Renovation Ideas

Guest rooms offer unparalleled views of the sea, and terraces perfect for enjoying breakfast al fresco or the magical sunset.

In the master bedroom, a custom ash frame takes advantage of the expansive view.

Master bed room overlooking en-suit classic-European style bathroom sectioned off with a curtain for privacy.

Robertson wanted the family to feel the constraints of the containers, so he emphasized the bedroom ceilings.“You almost feel like a hobo on a train,” Feldmann says, romanticizing about her view from bed.

Storage within built-in bed bunk

Graphic black and white cement tile was added in the renovation.

Storage strategy is key in small spaces, and Peter took extra care in this regard. New York, New York Dwell Magazine : November / December 2017

New York, New York Dwell Magazine : November / December 2017

Oiled jarrah eucalyptus contrasts with a kitchen niche of reddish-brown stained plywood in this kitchen alcove in a New Zealand cabin.

The careful coordination of color continues in the kitchen, where the gray and white marble backsplash, lit with faint orange lights, mediates between the ashen column and ochre cabinets.

Passionate about recycling, a Belgium designer couple Michaël Verheyden and Saartje Vereecke upcycled a beautifully veined marble tabletop from Vereecke’s parents’ house as the backsplash for their kitchen, pairing it with metal countertops for a chic industrial look.

View of Kitchen

The contents of the 15-foot-long closet are concealed by a long swath of calming blue-green fabric that glows like a light box when illuminated from within.

A curtain wall obscures the closet in the master bedroom.

Keeping everything in its place is critical in this tiny home. Shelving designed by Kirkpatrick helps immensely. He's also designed the coffee table; the couch was picked up at a second-hand store. The vaporproof ceiling light is from RAB lighting.

All-white cabinetry offers a crisp look that allows your clothing to steal the spotlight. The high-contrast shaker style doors, create an elegant backdrop for your clothing. Light also pours through the big windows, drawing your eye to the iconic views of the Hudson River. It creates a feeling of brightness and positivity that energizes and enlivens. It’s a walk-in closet where you can look and feel your best as you begin your day. For added visual appeal, the unit was accented with crown and base molding. The elegant detailing was inspired by the pre-war era building’s architectural features. The moldings add a retro geometric touch that matches the apartments beamed ceilings and traditional herringbone floors that were all the rage during the period and make a striking comeback in this beautiful renovation.