Living Room • 15 Central Park W Unit 11L, New York, NY 10023
Acoustic felt panels delineate the main seating area. These panels reduce auditory reverberation. A softer textile canopy refines this acoustic pocket above the sofa.
Rough-hewn slate clads a feature wall, offering raw texture. A polished brass inlay clarifies the slate's cool surface. Floor textures transition from smooth wood to a thick wool rug. Discreet diffusers subtly release scent, with sculptural housings drawing attention to their purpose.
This room engages every sense directly.
Design Philosophy
This design builds a multi-sensory experience through Sensory Layering. Acoustic elements control sound perception. Varied surfaces invite Tactile Exploration underfoot and by hand. Aromatic elements deepen engagement, ensuring each design choice serves a specific purpose in creating a layered environment.
Spatial Narrative
The eye is drawn first to the expansive bay window. You walk towards the main seating zone, defined by the overhead acoustic panels. You settle into the deep wool rug, facing the textured slate wall.
Light Study
Bright morning light funnels through the bay window, highlighting the raw texture of the slate. By evening, city lights become the primary focus. Interior lighting emphasizes the layered ceiling, creating an intimate glow.
Living Vignette
The soft rug absorbs every footfall. A subtle aromatic mist drifts from a diffuser, filling the quiet air.
Material Palette
Acoustic felt panels: These panels feel soft, absorb sound, and retain their shape over time.
Rough-cut slate tiles: The slate feels cool and uneven, developing a darker hue with age.
Polished brass: This metal feels smooth and cool, developing a rich patina over time.
High-pile wool rug: The rug feels soft and thick underfoot, compressing gently with use.
River stone: The stone feels cool and smooth, showing minimal change in texture or color.
