Architects Rosa and Robert Garneau of Studio Garneau have transformed a dilapidated multi-room pre-war apartment into a modern, adaptable open space, providing an urban sanctuary above the frenzy of New York City.
The Transformer project, as it is called, creates a flexible, adaptive mini-loft that emphasizes open views while providing supportive functionality — architecture and furniture opens, folds and slides, responding to different uses.
Built-in cabinetry and custom designed furniture maximize space and flexibility.
White painted walls and doors, conceal lush interiors of oiled walnut, enclosing libraries, artwork, office supplies, clothing and precious mementos
The sliding door to the bedroom can also be used to hide the shelving units and as a screen. How clever is that?
The main table in the kitchen area has hydraulic legs so that the table can be used for cooking, as a works space and for meals. It also have five drawers, so plenty of storage.
The sofa also have hidden drawers. More storage.
The Murphy bed are perfectly balanced so it can be opened and closed just by using the fingertips.
In the bathroom the cabinet is camouflaged, because it is decorated with the same tiles as the walls. The towel rods open up to the clothes hampers.
Photos by Bart Michiels
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