The owners of this small
duplex located in Greenwich Village wanted to live in an apartment with minimal
obstacles and furniture. Working with a
small budget, StudioLAB aimed for a fluid open-plan layout in an existing space
that had been covered in darker wood floors with various walls sub-diving rooms
and a steep narrow staircase. The use of
white and light blue throughout the apartment helps keep the space bright and
creates a calming atmosphere, perfect for raising their newly born child. An open kitchen with integrated appliances and
ample storage sits over the location of an existing bathroom. When privacy is necessary the living room can
be closed off from the rest of the upper floor through a set of custom pivot-sliding
doors to create a separate space used for a guest room or for some quiet
reading. The kitchen, dining room,
living room and a full bathroom can be found on the upper floor. Connecting the
upper and lower floors is an open staircase with glass balustrades and
stainless steel hand rails. An intimate
area with a bed, changing room, walk-in closet, desk and bathroom is located on
the lower floor. Custom millwork with a
built-in desk helps save space and adds storage. A light blue accent wall behind the bed adds
a touch of calming warmth that contrasts with the white walls and floors.
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