Living Room • 252 7th Ave Unit 10P, New York, NY 10001
This room explores grey through diverse surfaces. Walls shift from light dove to deep charcoal, changing matte and eggshell finishes. Polished concrete floors reflect light, extending the tone. Furniture uses plush wool, brushed metal, and smoked glass.
Monochromatic sculptures and textural hangings define the art. Lighting emphasizes material interplay. Spotlights highlight metallic sheen. Raking light reveals fabric and raw wall textures.
This room is a catalog of grey materials and their interactions.
Design Philosophy
This design functions as a Material Catalog. It meticulously displays grey through diverse manifestations. Surface Play comes alive with textures and sheens, from matte wool to polished concrete. Strategic lighting defines distinct zones and highlights material properties.
Spatial Narrative
Your eye first sees the expansive polished concrete floor, reflecting ambient light. You then walk towards the deep pile charcoal wool rug, stepping onto its soft, absorbent surface. This rug defines a living zone, inviting you to sit and observe the textured walls.
Light Study
Morning light floods through tall windows, illuminating the cool grey concrete and brushed metals. It creates sharp reflections on polished surfaces, revealing their sheen. Evening spotlights activate architectural forms, highlighting raw plaster and deep fabric textures.
Living Vignette
A hand traces the cool, smooth surface of the smoked glass coffee table. Fingers then sink into the thick, soft pile of the charcoal wool rug.
Material Palette
Textured wool: Offers warmth and softness, resisting wear while holding its form.
Smoked glass: Presents a cool, transparent depth, maintaining its clarity over time.
