When the proprietor of a New York Metropolis flat enlisted architect Evan Erlebacher, of Additionally Workplace, for renovation assist, his request boiled down to a couple key asks: “Reveal the unique ceiling, create a residing space that spanned two home windows, embrace a devoted workspace, and match a eating desk for six,” says Evan. “He additionally requested for added closets—together with storage for 2 bicycles—an enlarged kitchen, and a toilet with a walk-in bathe.” Oh, and match all of it into 680 sq. toes.
The small co-op condominium, situated in West Village, had been a part of a warehouse conversion accomplished within the Eighties. “After we first noticed it, the condominium felt darkish and compressed, with low ceilings and awkward moments—like a big step up into the lavatory,” remembers Evan. “We knew there was a vaulted ceiling hidden someplace above the drop ceiling, which was an thrilling prospect.” To reimagine the house for his shopper, a single skilled within the startup world, Evan had the entire inside finishes (partitions, flooring and ceiling) eliminated after which rebuilt every little thing from scratch, counting on intelligent built-ins to squeeze in as a lot a lot storage as attainable.
“Small areas require far more scrutiny per sq. inch, and success can come all the way down to 1 / 4 inch. That degree of precision made the mission difficult, but additionally very satisfying,” he says.
Beneath, he walks us by way of the cleverly redesigned house.
Images by Hanna Grankvist, styling by Malena Burman, courtesy of Additionally Workplace.
