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Geometric tile flooring lends interest in the open-plan kitchen area, where white cabinetry and a white tile backsplash maintain an understated aesthetic.

Storage had to be dialed in within the narrow footprint of the brownstone. The black core holds the pantry, while on the right, a bank of custom cabinetry hosts the command station, mop closet, and a concealed bar.-

An outdoor shower in the lower courtyard includes most of the materials that define the project, including Cor-Ten steel posts, horizontal ipe slats and decking, a custom seat and towel shelf set into a natural boulder, and concrete pavers. The yard includes many elements built for play, like a water feature embedded in a concrete wall that is fed by runoff rainwater collected from the breezeway roof.

The historic home’s bedrooms and living room showcase original decorative baseboard and crown molding. The spaces feature the same neutral tones as the rest of the house, with moments of color—like the green fireplace.