Flatbush Flat

This extensive renovation of a Pre-War Brooklyn apartment reimagines the space for a young couple who love to entertain. Taking advantage of the uniquely elongated layout of the combined apartment units, the design creates an expansive entertaining area. By removing all interior walls in the living areas, the project maximizes exposures and views, resulting in an open, functional home where the distinct spaces flow seamlessly together without any residual feel of their original separation.

The kitchen, dining room, entry, and living room, which were all separate rooms, were combined into a single 68-foot-long space. While the design preservers the Pre-War detailing throughout the apartment, the spatial configuration and layout was made entirely modern. Instead of discreet rooms, programs flow from one to the next.

A central, enlarged primary bathroom serves as an anchor for the residence, presenting a striking dark charcoal volume that ties the entire space together and acts as the defining element of the home. On the interior, the dark charcoal volume inverts to a bright white bathroom made soft through textured small-scale mosaics tiles.

An entirely reconfigured kitchen was also opened up to the living areas and made a focal point with warm oak cabinets, woodblock countertops, striking black accents, and a thoughtful lighting design. The minimal details of the cabinets highlight the preserved historic molding and trim work.

In the bedrooms, the bright white detailing transitions to the same dark charcoal, creating intimate, cozy retreats. Meanwhile, modern mid-century furniture pieces in vibrant colors and an eclectic art collection add personality and tie the home together.