In the kitchen, the couple found barely used appliances instead of new ones to save money. The cabinetry and butcher block counters are from Ikea.
Morrison and her two greyhounds pose with her brother and roommate, Michael Anthony Morrison—an artist who is also responsible for much of her art collection.
The L-shaped central space has high ceilings and holds the dining room, living room, kitchen, and work area.
The abundance of windows serves a practical purpose, too. The home's polished concrete floor acts as thermal mass, absorbing and re-emitting heat throughout the day.
The renovated stable's living room is extra bright thanks to walls painted with Benjamin Moore’s Atrium White and reflective polished concrete floors. The latter conceal a radiant heating system.
Park Avenue Prewar Apartment by Michael K. Chen Architecture