Bathroom • 252 7th Ave Unit 10P, New York, NY 10001
The raw concrete wall starkly contrasts the high-gloss ceramic tile. Dark walnut cabinetry replaces light wood. Every surface reveals its unique character. This space emphasizes material differences.
Linear lights articulate material seams. Grazing spotlights highlight concrete texture. A soft linen panel is integrated, adding an unexpected touch. A polished steel strip divides the shower floor, marking a clear boundary.
Materials define distinct zones within this room.
Design Philosophy
This design explores Material Honesty. Each surface reveals its inherent properties. Sensory Juxtaposition creates explicit contrasts. Rough meets smooth, matte meets gloss. This approach explains how materials speak to each other.
Spatial Narrative
The eye is drawn first to the textured concrete wall. It then moves across the dark walnut vanity. Stepping into the shower, the polished steel drain explicitly divides the floor.
Light Study
Morning light catches the reflective ceramic tiles, brightening the space. Grazing spotlights sharpen the board-form texture of the concrete. In the evening, linear LEDs define the precise material seams.
Living Vignette
Water splashes against the rough concrete wall. Steam gathers on the smooth, cool tile surface.
Material Palette
Raw, board-formed concrete: It feels cool and rough. It gains subtle character over time.
High-gloss ceramic tiles: It feels smooth and reflects light. Its finish remains consistent.
Dark matte lacquered walnut wood: It feels dense and smooth. Its deep finish holds steady.
