Inspiration for a coastal living room remodel in New York

Design ideas for an eclectic landscaping in Tampa.

Located in the heart of Manhattan’s Lower East Side, the building was erected on a shallow commercial lot between two 120 year old masonry buildings and a new residential rental building. 330 Grand Street is a mix of 725 SF 1BRs and 1050 SF 2BR apartments. It also contains a 1100 SF two story duplex as well as private and public rooftop space, large private balconies for most units and two large private terraces for the ground floor units. 330 Grand Street was originally designed and approved at the NYC DOB as a prefabricated modular building. During the pandemic, as shipping costs skyrocketed putting the project at risk, we suggested redesigning the building as a reinforced cast-in-place concrete structure. Concrete was readily available and prices had not been affected by the demand increase that many other materials suffered in the pandemic. We took this opportunity to raise floor to ceiling heights, enlarge high performance windows and redistribute the buildings MEPFS and Structural Systems to create very open floor plans. The challenge was to create a luxurious sensorial living experience with very limited means. In a city with very high construction costs, low cost residential buildings in the area are usually devoid of good quality, design and character. Our approach was to aim high for the end user, prioritizing natural light, open space with long visual perspectives, high ceilings and as always, rejecting the use of predefined building templates. Our biggest challenge was to ensure that the small spaces feel as clean cut, large and bright as possible. Several unique design decisions were made to ensure low cost and high quality; Floor plans were laid out so that spaces were wide open and free of clutter from mechanical or structural interruptions. Therefore all infrastructure was placed in lateral demising walls, which in turn act as the unit’s storage and kitchen. The apartments feel wide open, are super quiet and have more storage space than any other comparable apartment in the city. To solve the problem of the site’s shallow commercial lot which is typically prone to dark interior spaces we focused our attention on the building’s envelope. Instead of the usual small punched window openings, oversized high performance windows were designed to ensure that light penetrated as far as possible into the units. In the smaller 1BR units, the full 50’ depth of the lot is perceived by partitioning spaces with sliding pocket doors that can be retracted to allow deep visual perspectives, making the sight lines in the space feel longer, larger, more ample than normal. In addition to the full height glazing, each unit above the 2nd floor receives a 7 foot covered balcony, adding 120 to 240 sf to each apartment, something unusual in New York City buildings. The space is large enough for a full size dining table, when the weather permits being outside. We also worked hard to ensure modularity. For example, all kitchen units are all identical throughout the building. The idea of modularity and the economy of the repetitive unit is exercised to the maximum through the building. Hardware, appliances, flooring, wall coverings and material finishes are all carefully selected to feel bespoke, high quality and unique. It was important to KURV that the result of this work manifest into something that would deeply connect with the end user and sustain relationships with the consumers of this space. All images by KURV Architecture ©

Vrak – Museum of Wrecks Stockholm, Sweden The maritime archeological museum Vrak – Museum of Wrecks takes visitors on an immersive journey among the historical wrecks and relics of the Baltic Sea with the aid of digital technology. Agglotech marble-cement cladding was selected to lend distinctive character and sophistication to the architecture of this Swedish attraction.

Eclectic home design photo in Seattle

Scott Ford

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Powder room - rustic powder room idea in Orange County

This shower design features large format Firenze marble tile from #thetileshop, #Kohler purist fixtures and a custom made shower pan recessed into the concrete slab to create a one of a kind zero curb shower. Featuring a herringbone mosaic marble for the shower floor, custom bench with quartz top to match the vanity, recessed shampoo niche with matching pencil edging and an extended glass surround, you feel the difference from basic economy to first class when you step into this space ✈️ The Kohler Purist shower system consists of a ceiling mounted rain head, handheld wand sprayer and wall mounted shower head that features innovative Katalyst air-induction technology, which efficiently mixes air and water to produce large water droplets and deliver a powerful, thoroughly drenching overhead shower experience, simulating the soaking deluge of a warm summer downpour. We love the vibrant brushed bronze finish on these fixtures as it brings out the sultry effect in the bathroom and when paired with classic marble it adds a clean, minimal feel whilst also being the showstopper of the space ?

Alcove bathtub - mid-sized transitional 3/4 multicolored tile porcelain tile alcove bathtub idea in Oklahoma City with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, a one-piece toilet and beige walls

This is an example of a contemporary concrete porch design.

This piece can either be an end table next to a couch or side tables for a bed. Elegant custom turned legs with floating shelf midway and table top. Custom two toned finish, espresso stain with hand burnished red paint. Close up of leg detail. photos by Kimball Ungerman

This is a home with three teenage boys, the homeowners wanted to utilize every space in the home so we built the main stair to extend to the attic space.

Home design - modern home design idea in Dallas

Deck - mid-sized craftsman backyard deck idea in Chicago with no cover

Stacked Crown
Large open concept family room photo in Birmingham with a wall-mounted tv

This beautiful and unique glass mosaic tile brings a touch of color to any tone-based room! The mix of color, mother-of-pearl effect and its subtle intricacy will surely catch the everyone's attention!