The Jonathan

Segal’s urban-infill units (like the Titan shown here) eschew typical features like dysfunctional balconies and underground garages.

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Architect and developer Jonathan Segal's “convertible units” are one-bedroom rental apartments with hydraulic lifts in their single-car garages, which allow two cars to be parked in one space.

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Jonathan and Wendy Segal on their master bedroom deck.

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The street-facing façade. “We’re the developer, contractor, superintendent,” Segal explains. “We’re trying to go back to when the architect was the master builder and controlled everything. If I knew how to do plumbing and pour concrete, I’d do that too.”

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Segal designed the kitchen cabinets. The oven and cooktop are by Gaggenau; the sink is by Franke.

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In the humidor-like living room, modern classics like the off-white armchairs by Hans Wegner complement pieces of Segal’s own design, such as the coffee table and long leather seating.

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The industrial aesthetic of the Segals’ lounge area is softened by a white shag rug and the generous sunlight that streams through its ceiling of thick glass. The seating is by Paul Kjaerholm.

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Upstairs, the clutter-free bedrooms of Segal’s teenagers reflect their father’s less-is-more ethos.

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Apart from being visually stunning, the reflecting pool just outside of the living room also acts a sound barrier—the gurgling water cancels out traffic noise.

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Matthew sets about finishing his latest knitting project while lounging on furniture of his dad’s design. A sound system and lighting by Halo are recessed into the ceiling.

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