Bathroom • 2196 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94115
This room features exposed raw concrete on a selected wall and the fireplace surround. Wide-plank untreated oak replaces the existing floor. A substantial, low-slung sofa upholstered in coarse, natural fiber anchors the seating area.
Architectural cove lighting highlights the ceiling structure. Key furniture pieces utilize solid wood and blackened steel. This space offers a clear experience of texture and depth.
Honest materials and substantial forms ground this space.
Design Philosophy
This design grounds the space with substantial forms and honest materials. It draws from Deconstructivism by revealing raw structure and Brutalism Lite through exposed concrete. Each element offers an intentional experience of texture and depth. The palette emphasizes natural tones and industrial finishes.
Spatial Narrative
Your eye goes first to the raw concrete fireplace and feature wall. You walk across the wide-plank untreated oak floor. The low-slung sofa offers a grounded seating position.
Light Study
Morning light streams from large windows, casting long shadows across the oak floor. In the evening, architectural cove lighting reveals the ceiling structure. This creates a soft, diffused glow over the textured surfaces.
Living Vignette
Hands trace the rough texture of the concrete wall. Feet connect with the solid untreated oak under the rug.
Material Palette
Raw Concrete: Its rough, cool surface adds a grounding weight; it develops a natural patina over time.
Untreated Oak: The wood grain feels warm and tactile underfoot; it deepens in color and shows character with age.
Coarse Natural Fiber: Its robust weave offers a firm yet inviting touch; the material softens and gains a subtle sheen with use.
