WAREHOUSE DISTRICT CONDO

A woman petting a small, fluffy beige dog on a coffee table in a modern, stylish living room with brick walls, art on the walls, and a large black framed mirror.

In the early stages of this project, my focus was on enhancing the living space for a vibrant couple residing in a charming downtown condo. Our discussions initially revolved around updating select furnishings, brightening the ambiance, and enhancing the space for casual gatherings with friends. 

Upon stepping foot in the condo, I immediately honed in on the layout.

Living room with a brown leather couch, artwork on the wall, vintage film studio light, a trunk, and a coffee table.
A modern living room with exposed brick walls, large windows with bright light, and hardwood floors. There is a black leather couch, a black and white armchair, a large flat-screen TV, and a decorative mirror on the wall. Minimalist decor and pendant lighting add to the contemporary aesthetic.

Knowing the impact that layout has on the flow of energy within a space, reorienting the primary seating area became the foundation of the project. In doing so, it also opened up a realm of possibilities along the backside of the room, where I envisioned the addition of a custom home bar area with complementary seating.

Living room with a large window, leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, and decorative items, including vases and lamps, with a brick wall and large mirror.
Sketches of a wooden box with measurements, a ruler, a pen, and a marker on a notepad.
Indoor space with brick walls, a window with light curtains, barstools, a black table, a vase with flowers, and wall art.

Despite the spaciousness of the area, a common challenge in such settings is striking a balance between coziness and avoiding clutter. It is about carefully curating elements that serve both functional and aesthetic purposes, all while respecting the inherent characteristics of the space.

With its expansive dimensions and industrial features like exposed brick walls and ducts, the last thing we wanted was to overwhelm the space with unnecessary embellishments.

An art studio with a brick wall, featuring a large painting of a woman sitting on a chair, a framed artwork of a gold necklace, a blue electric guitar, a small white amplifier, and a curtain on the right side.
A vintage telescope on a tripod pointing out a window with brick wall outside.
Living room with a beige tufted sofa, two gold lamps with white shades, abstract painting on the wall, and hardwood floor.

Thus, our approach was one of simplicity. We opted for understated elegance, incorporating elements such as 14-foot linen drapes, plush pillows, and additional seating to infuse warmth without sacrificing the condo's inherent charm. It was a delicate dance of refinement and restraint, ensuring that every addition contributed to the overall harmony of the space.

Close-up of a white upholstered sofa with a gray decorative pillow in front of an exposed brick wall.
Stack of four metallic gold and bronze coasters on black table, with a blurred white cup and wooden object in background.
Three modern bar stools with beige upholstered seats and gold metal legs are lined up along a dark tiled counter or bar.
Close-up of a fluffy, shaggy, cream-colored and light brown textured fabric surface.
Gold and black decorative sculpture of a bird with outstretched wings on a gold base, placed on a black table in a room with white armchairs and brick wall.
Close-up of a beige pillow and a brown leather cushion placed on a sofa with a textured wall in the background.
Close-up of peeling paint on a wall showing layers of brown and white paint.
White floral arrangements in black vases on a wooden table with a bowl of white decorative balls nearby, in a cozy, softly lit room.