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Bergen Townhouse

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Location
Brooklyn, New York
Year
2022
Structure
House (Single Residence)
A detail of the fireplace and the wood floors that were restored to maintain the historical character of the house.
A detail of the fireplace and the wood floors that were restored to maintain the historical character of the house.
The kitchen was designed to be open and welcoming, with cabinets along the perimeter and a large island in the center.
The kitchen was designed to be open and welcoming, with cabinets along the perimeter and a large island in the center.
The kitchen features details such as a bookcase carved out within the full-height cabinets.
The kitchen features details such as a bookcase carved out within the full-height cabinets.
The island is the focal point for the kitchen. Designed in white oak, it adds an organic, yet minimal feeling to the room.
The island is the focal point for the kitchen. Designed in white oak, it adds an organic, yet minimal feeling to the room.
The kitchen was designed to be open and welcoming, with details such as an open shelf and sconces.
The kitchen was designed to be open and welcoming, with details such as an open shelf and sconces.
A powder room was designed at the parlor level, with a contemporary and minimal feeling. The wall-to-wall marble sink integrates with the window, bringing the outdoor view inside.
A powder room was designed at the parlor level, with a contemporary and minimal feeling. The wall-to-wall marble sink integrates with the window, bringing the outdoor view inside.
A detail of the wall-to-wall sink.
A detail of the wall-to-wall sink.
The existing staircase was restored and painted to maintain the historical character of the house, while the living room opening was enlarged to create separation, yet continuity between the two spaces.
The existing staircase was restored and painted to maintain the historical character of the house, while the living room opening was enlarged to create separation, yet continuity between the two spaces.
A detail of the original stairs that was restored to maintain the historical feeling of the house.
A detail of the original stairs that was restored to maintain the historical feeling of the house.
The hallway on the second level features a bookcase that frames the space, making the hatch to access the room an opportunity for a functional and decorative element.
The hallway on the second level features a bookcase that frames the space, making the hatch to access the room an opportunity for a functional and decorative element.
The primary bathroom includes a wet area which accommodates both a freestanding tub and the large shower.
The primary bathroom includes a wet area which accommodates both a freestanding tub and the large shower.
A detail of the primary bathroom materials.
A detail of the primary bathroom materials.
The walk-in closet becomes the entry for the bedroom in a seamless and integrated layout.
The walk-in closet becomes the entry for the bedroom in a seamless and integrated layout.
The kids bathroom is characterized by sage color tiles and a wood vanity, for a playful and minimal design.
The kids bathroom is characterized by sage color tiles and a wood vanity, for a playful and minimal design.
Minimal trims are designed at the new openings to differentiate while integrating the contemporary elements from the historical character.
Minimal trims are designed at the new openings to differentiate while integrating the contemporary elements from the historical character.
A kitchenette at the basement level serves the backyard and the guest area.
A kitchenette at the basement level serves the backyard and the guest area.
The detail of the light in the kitchenette.
The detail of the light in the kitchenette.

Details

Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
1

Credits

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Architect
KDA
Interior Design
Photographer
Tom Minieri

From STUDIO OCRA

The renovation of this townhouse seamlessly integrates new contemporary style with existing historical features, prompting a meticulous approach to the redesign with surgical precision. The approach focused on achieving a warm and welcoming atmosphere through the use of natural materials and texture, thoughtfully counterbalanced with contemporary design elements, creating an enduring aesthetic.

The outcome was a breathtaking transformation that not only revitalized the space but also paid homage to its historical origins. The meticulous amalgamation of contemporary and historical features, the emphasis on naturalistic materials, and the crafting of a modern interior design palette collectively yielded a space that seamlessly merges functionality with beauty.