Shelving

One of the couple’s favorite new details is the built-in, L-shaped bookcase in the den.

A large wood relief artwork by Edwin Jefferey overlooks the new catwalk bridge. Klara first saw Jeffrey’s work in Folk Art magazined before purchasing the piece from a gallery in 2023.

By shifting the staircase the architects created a hidden library nook. Hidden amongst Klara’s collection of books it’s her favorite part of the apartment.

Downstairs, oak parquet flooring, built-in shelving, and rimu wood cabinetry create a warm work environment.

Mary Ann used flat roofs to maximize ceiling heights.

A series of “stacked boxes” laid the foundation for this Sea Ranch–inspired home on a narrow site set on two flood zones and filled with protected redwoods.

Architect Merritt Amanti Palminteri reinvented her family home to add volume, flow, and infinite charm without changing the footprint.

After: The living room overlooks the great room below. Now when you walk in the house, you can see clear out to the trees in the back—an idea sparked by an interior designer friend who commented that the most important aspect of a design is what you see when you walk in the front door.

The new dining room, at the clients' request, was kept distinct from the kitchen just behind it, which also provided room for additional shelving. Architect Michael Howells co-designed the rug.

The bookshelf system is from Modern Shelving with stained boards from Lowe’s.

Perched in the Lower East Side, the loft-style apartment features a private keyed elevator that opens directly into a sun-kissed great room.

Julie Mølsgaard's clever cubic shelf hosts a rotating selection of Jette's ceramics, picked up from travels and auctions over the years.