Living Room • 930 Fifth Ave Unit 11A, New York, NY 10021
A perforated metal screen defines a corner. An oversized floor cushion offers primary seating. Specific task lights illuminate reading zones. A raised window platform invites observation.
Bleached oak shelves integrate into the screen. Wool bouclé covers the large cushion. A polished concrete table grounds the space. Soft greige walls allow textures to stand out.
This room offers focused comfort within an expansive view.
Design Philosophy
The design uses Synecdoche; small details suggest a larger experience. Prospect and Refuge guides spatial layout. It provides sheltered spots and expansive views. Each element contributes to a focused, calm presence.
Spatial Narrative
Your eye first finds the window's expansive vista. You might move towards the subtly raised platform. The large floor cushion then invites you to settle into a focused corner.
Light Study
Morning light floods the window, illuminating the elevated platform. Evening brings focused task lighting to reading areas. Wall-mounted art lights highlight textures after dusk.
Living Vignette
A hand rests on the textured bouclé cushion. Eyes trace the park's distant tree line from the window.
Material Palette
Perforated steel: Its light permeability creates a soft division. It develops a subtle patina over time.
Wool bouclé: Its looped texture feels soft and inviting. It resists pilling with regular use.
Polished concrete: It offers a cool, smooth surface. It gains character through everyday use.
