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Home design - small transitional laminate floor home design idea with beige walls

Art Direction, Styling and Photography by Ben Gebo.
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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 ©

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Our doors have several superior features:
- Single sheet of metal is used in construction. No welded seams are best as these can significantly weaken the structural integrity of the entranceway. Our doors are also more resilient to mechanic damage, such as sledgehammer strikes.
- The advantage of a single, non-welded door is that it reduces interior internal condensation. Over time, condensation can negatively affect the door mechanisms.
- Stiffening Ribs: These non-visible details add to our door's security.
- Quality insulation serves to reduce unwanted external noise, as well as protect against extreme heat, and severe cold.
- 3D Hinges: Hacking are often carried out at the side of a door's hinges. A better feature is utilizing hinges with ball bearings and installed anti-cuts.
Introducing the Deux collection of modern exterior entrance doors in a white enamel color. Expertly crafted from a single sheet of metal with a sturdy Aluminum frame and threshold, these doors offer both style and security for your home.
The exterior design features the horizontal strips of clear glass and frosted glass, creating a striking and contemporary look that will enhance the curb appeal of any home. The white enamel color provides a sophisticated and modern feel, perfect for those who want to make a bold statement with their entrance.
The interior design also boasts the horizontal strips of clear glass and frosted glass, creating a cohesive and stylish look throughout the home.
The Deux collection of modern front doors is ideal for homeowners who want to elevate the look of their home's exterior while also ensuring the safety and security of their property. And with our easy ordering process and user-friendly website, you can have your new door delivered right to your doorstep.
Upgrade your home's curb appeal and make a bold statement with the Deux collection of modern exterior entrance doors in white paint. Order yours today and experience the perfect combination of style and function.
Model - 6500 Deux
Color - White
Door thickness - 3 1/4"
Frame thickness - 4"
Exterior design - Stainless steel inserts, frosted glass. Coating of the door - White enamel.
Interior design - Stainless steel inserts, frosted glass. Coating of the door - White enamel.
Hardware included:
- Aluminum frame 4" thick - Dimensions of the door including frame is 74" x 82".
- Aluminum threshold.
- Plate-type, primary mortise lock for armoured type of aluminum doors, locked by 3 key turns, doors are captured in 3 places. The lock has replaceable core and 5 keys.
- Heavy-duty Cylinder.
- 3D hinges Wala
- Turnknob for lock.
- Armor plate Securemme for the lock.
- 2 Bar Handles.

Home design - mid-sized traditional home design idea with brown walls

Floor, wall or accent tiles in 12 x 12 x 3/4 inch dark brown (chocolat) natural fossil stone from the Ancient Seabed Collection by Maison Sijilmassa. All photography by Maison Sijilmassa.
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