Bathroom • 100 Barclay St Unit 21AD, New York, NY 10007
A raw concrete basin replaces the vanity. Exposed stainless steel plumbing makes utility visible. The medicine cabinet is removed, leaving a raw wall surface behind. Industrial bare bulb lighting illuminates the space directly.
Structural elements are exposed as deliberate design features. Large empty wall sections define composition through absence. Chipped tiles reveal the concrete substructure underneath. This design challenges the idea of a finished surface.
This design presents utility as its primary aesthetic.
Design Philosophy
This design philosophy embraces direct exposure of components. Essential structure becomes a deliberate visual feature. Functional elements are presented as design statements. The space operates on principles of Raw Revelation and Intentional Friction.
Spatial Narrative
Your eye is drawn to the raw concrete basin and its exposed plumbing. Negative space guides movement directly through the functional zones. The room provides no soft places for lingering.
Light Study
Morning light diffuses across the concrete, highlighting its raw texture. In the evening, the bare bulb casts stark, direct light. This creates sharp shadows and clear visual lines.
Living Vignette
Water splashes against the concrete basin. The cool metal faucet feels solid underhand.
Material Palette
Raw Concrete: It feels cool and unrefined. Its surface gains character with age.
Polished Stainless Steel: It feels smooth and cold. This metal resists corrosion and maintains its shine.
Bare Edison Bulbs: They provide a warm, direct glow. Their exposed filaments show simple function.
Exposed Conduit: It feels industrial and rigid. Its galvanized finish weathers over time.
