Living Room • 252 7th Ave Unit 10P, New York, NY 10001
This room invites continuous interaction. Acoustic panels absorb sound; integrated scents shift subtly. A wide bench offers contrasting touch sensations, prompting direct engagement. The space answers sensory questions.
Thick rugs define zones, changing how sound travels and feels underfoot. Tunable lighting sculpts the perception of objects and mood. A quiet water feature adds natural sound. Every element contributes to a tangible experience.
This room provides a direct dialogue with your senses.
Design Philosophy
This design focuses on an Experiential Dialogue with the environment. Elements are placed using Haptic Cartography, guiding touch and interaction. The space constantly poses and answers sensory questions. It offers a rich tapestry of experiences beyond mere sight.
Spatial Narrative
The eye first notices the varied textures on the acoustic walls. Your feet seek the warmth and softness of thick rugs defining zones. You settle on the low bench, exploring its cool stone and warm wood surfaces.
Light Study
Morning light from tall windows reveals the intricate weave of wall panels and the varied pile of rugs. Tunable LED lighting adjusts for a focused afternoon, then shifts to a warmer, softer glow in the evening. This dynamic light sculpts objects and changes the room's mood.
Living Vignette
A hand trails across the cool, smooth stone of the bench before resting on the rough, warm wood. A new, subtle aroma drifts from the ceiling, shifting the room's atmosphere.
Material Palette
Acoustic wool panels: Varied wool textures soften sound and invite touch; they deepen in color with age.
Rough-hewn cedar: Its textured surface feels warm; it darkens and gains character over time.
Polished river stone: Smooth and cool to the touch, it maintains its luster and form indefinitely.
