For These Designers and Homebuilders, the Best Materials Are Ones That Have Already Been Used

Architect Andrew Franz used reclaimed timber extensively in this renovation of a loft apartment in New York’s Chelsea neighborhood, transforming a small space into a bright and comfortable home for four. The building dates from around 1908 and was probably originally a textiles factory. The blue and yellow cabinets are made from reclaimed timber and act as dividing walls with integrated storage.