Kitchen • 100 Barclay St Unit 21AD, New York, NY 10007
The dining wall features a large abstract pattern wallpaper, creating a strong visual rhythm. The banquette is upholstered in jewel-toned velvet with a subtle geometric repeat. Mismatched pendant lights hang over the island; their shared metallic finish unifies them. The herringbone backsplash changed to a graphic tile, adding an intensely graphic pattern. An art piece is installed on a cabinet door, introducing art unexpectedly.
The room now presents a vibrant, unexpected rhythm of patterns and forms. It feels daring, yet balanced. This design invites a second look, revealing surprising cohesion. The kitchen offers a memorable and functional dining area.
This room commands a second look.
Design Philosophy
This design creates visual rhythm through diverse patterns. It employs **Pattern Play** to layer different graphic elements within the space. **Unconventional Juxtaposition** places unexpected textures and forms together. This approach results in a daring yet inherently balanced aesthetic.
Spatial Narrative
Your eye first lands on the dining wall's large abstract pattern. It then moves to the vibrant Zellige backsplash in the kitchen. The banquette invites you to sit, pulling you into the room's unexpected details.
Light Study
Large windows fill the room with bright morning light. This illuminates the wallpaper's deep colors and makes the Zellige tiles shimmer. Evening brings a warm glow from the mixed metallic pendants, highlighting textures and the art piece.
Living Vignette
Someone leans back on the velvet banquette, reviewing a recipe on a tablet. The light catches the fabric's subtle diamond pattern as they shift.
Material Palette
Abstract Pattern Wallpaper: It provides a bold, flat visual surface that holds its deep colors well over time.
Emerald Green Velvet: This plush fabric feels soft and rich, developing a gentle patina with repeated use.
Moroccan Zellige Tile: Each hand-cut tile offers an irregular, glossy surface that retains its vibrant color.
