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Flatiron Penthouse
Ellen McDermott

Flatiron Penthouse

Working closely with the client, Rise Projects completely renovated this 4,000 square foot loft for a growing family, proposing a plan to suit their active lifestyle. The open and flowing space creates a warm, flexible home for a family with three children.


The living area takes full advantage of a quintessential Manhattan roofline view. This space is an open, fluid zone that frames the vista and embraces the light streaming in from the skylights and the southern exposure. The kitchen centers around a large island that is the nexus for cooking, gathering and entertaining while the banquette seating provides a comfortable place for family meals. A new fireplace draws people both on special occasions and on an everyday basis.


A simple pocket door separates the private from the public spaces. In the private area a play space will evolve into a den when the kids are older. We provide ample storage throughout with full height built-in cabinets and a generous mud-room off of the entry vestibule.


The details are taut and tailored in contrast to the fluid floor plan. The materials are spare, neutral and modern to match the client’s attitude and aesthetics, but they are also robust enough to withstand three active children. Consisting of white marble and dark woods, the palette was kept minimal, to create a clean backdrop for family life in the city.


Material Used :

1. Hearth Cabinet – 3 Sided Custom Firebox

2. Bosch – Kitchen Dishwasher – SHC68TL3UC

3. Kohler Co. – Bathroom Sink – Purist Wading Pool / K-2314-8-0

4. Mosa – Kitchen - Herringbone Tile

5. Sub-Zero – Refrigerator / IT36CIIDLH, Wine Cooler / 424G/0

6. USAI Lighting – Recessed Lights

7. Vola – Bathroom Faucet – KVA in Polished Chrome

8. Cousins Furniture Corp. – Custom Millwork

9. Wolf – Cook Top / CG365PS, Double Oven/D030PE/S/PH, Microwave

Drawer/MD30PES

Project credits

Architects
Construction
Structural Engineering

Product spec sheet

Kitchen - Herringbone Tile
Bathroom Faucet – KVA in Polished Chrome
Refrigerator / IT36CIIDLH, Wine Cooler / 424G/0
Kitchen Dishwasher – SHC68TL3UC
Custom Millwork
3 Sided Custom Firebox

Project data

Project Year
2016
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