If you live in a city, you probably know that space is at a premium. Very few architects or builders know how to get a space right when it comes to small spaces. Sure, there is the "box" that most of these spaces turn into, but what about ingenious methods of flow and storage? What about aesthetics and views? What about living in a space that doesn't feel like it's 320 square feet?
That is exactly the questions that architects Scott Specht and partner Louise Harpman of the architectural firm Specht Harmon answered when they designed this Manhattan Micro Loft in New York. This space is sleek and stylish. It feels large and unassuming. It feels personal and classy. It's hard to achieve that in a small space.
This space won an award as one of the top architectural spaces for 2013 by Residential Architect.
Have a wonderful week!
Becky
Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, worn or consumed. Happiness is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace and gratitude.
~ Denis Waitley
That is exactly the questions that architects Scott Specht and partner Louise Harpman of the architectural firm Specht Harmon answered when they designed this Manhattan Micro Loft in New York. This space is sleek and stylish. It feels large and unassuming. It feels personal and classy. It's hard to achieve that in a small space.
This view of the kitchen and the living space beyond is the perfect vantage point to see how the space feels large. The wrap-around counter extends the kitchen into the living area and the sea colored glass backsplash and white cabinets keep the kitchen light and airy.
The kitchen features fully concealed appliances and flip-up upper storage units that enable easy access.
The only door in the entire loft is the bathroom door. The rest of the loft is without doors in order to achieve an open and free-flowing space. Notice the mirrored interior of the door, which provides a great dressing mirror and makes the bathroom feel larger.
The stairs have built-in storage and lower drawers. Without hardware, it is more seamless.
The bed is tucked under an alcove with recessed lighting. The bedroom area is cantilevered with steel cables and is grounded with the dark hardwood.
View to the top level, which leads out onto the rooftop garden. The open and airy full wall of glass windows and doors also allows much light into the space, making it feel more open and spacious.
The stairs balusters are steel cables, adding to the sleekness and modernity of the whole space.
The wrap-around counter-top from the kitchen to the living area acts as a "hearth" for the space.
A wider view of the space. The simplicity of the lines, and the dark wood against the white walls and lacquered cabinets gives it a very clean look. Notice the "wall" of balusters that go from the stairs to the ceiling. They create a safety wall, while not impinging on the openness of the space.
The main bathroom and shower is under the staircase.
A computer model of the entire space shows the garden rooftop terrace. As shown in the model, furnishings are kept to a minimum as well, to keep the space open.
Residential Architect's 2013 Award Winners
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Have a wonderful week!
Becky
Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, worn or consumed. Happiness is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace and gratitude.
~ Denis Waitley
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