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From Shilpa Patel
Gramercy Park Townhouse, built in 1848, had grand bones and a patrician façade. Previous conversions resulted in one large triplex crowned by three loft-like residences. New construction entailed the reconfiguration of the building into two dwellings, one atop the other, of equal value and scale. The deteriorated condition of the structure required a new steel frame structure as well as replacement of electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
The project was initiated by redeveloping the upper half of the building and by adding a top story. The additional story, 620 square feet in area, created an equal division of space between the two dwellings. The floor plan includes an open-plan, floor-through kitchen, dining, living space, a TV room, office, three bedrooms and three and half bathrooms. The home is bathed in natural light from top to bottom with sparkles of the sunlight in the summer and soft rays of light in the winter.
The new home honors its historic elements while boldly incorporating modern details. The Fractal Group collaborated with ODA (Architect of Record), Ingo Maurer (lighting designer) and Emilio Garcia (sculptor). All team members harnessed their talents into a single vision to create multi-functional spaces within the townhouse.