Spears Building Loft
Chelsea, NY
The renovation of this condominium unit focused on celebrating the palimpsest of its histories while also introducing features that create a more welcoming home. Careful to preserve the building’s old character, we were tasked with adjusting the layout to accommodate the homeowner’s growing family while maintaining the openness of the space. The result blends industrial materials with contemporary details creating warm, spacious areas for living and entertaining.
In collaboration with Evan Watts of D&A Companies.
The ceiling in this room was lifted to reveal the heavy timber beams and cast iron brackets. Floor-to-ceiling bleached walnut shelving accentuates the room’s height while complimenting the new wide-plank walnut flooring. The existing fireplace was salvaged and re-clad with a concrete plaster surround and floating bench that are a reminder of the original concrete floors.
The kitchen is a mix of existing and new
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we preserved the original walnut wall cabinetry while adding a new Carrara marble backsplash and kitchen island, supported by a white oak base. Existing stainless steel base cabinetry is complimented by new flutted-glass upper cabinets that add depth to the space.
Honed beige marble compliments dark bronze fixtures in the reconfigured master bathroom. Large formal slabs are paired with textured tiles on the shower floor and cove wall behind the soaking tub. A stone vanity and drawer fronts continue the horizontal datum while the shower walls above are finished in a waterproof tadelakt.
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Dwell
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2020
Dezeen —
2020
Interior Design —
2020
DPages —
2021
Project Info
Completion Date —
2019
Area — 2,900 sf
Contractor — Jesse Robertson-Tait
Mechanical — ABS Engineering
Lighting— Kugler Ning Lighting
Photography — Nick Glimankis