Photographer’s Loft in New York, Manhattan Studio Home, NYC Interior, Architecture Images
Photographer’s Loft in New York
Manhattan Residence and Office Interior, NY, USA – design by Desai Chia Architecture PC
Aug 6, 2017
Photographer’s Loft
Design: Desai Chia Architecture PC
Location:New York, NY, USA
Photographer’s Loft in

Desai Chia Architecture designed this loft for a photographer who was seeking a serene live-work environment. The 5,000 square foot industrial space was fully renovated to include a library/reception area, living and dining areas, a kitchen, a photo studio, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a powder room, and ample storage space. 

 

The existing industrial building has a cast iron column structure. Desai Chia created an open flow throughout the home, taking advantage of long axial views through the space and drawing light through.  The wall planes act more like sculptural screening elements while letting light and space flow around them. Concealed pocket doors
The client asked Desai Chia to design a home that would serve as a work space and gallery for her photography while also providing spaces for entertaining with friends. A library/reception area immediately off of the entry vestibule allows her to meet with gallerists, present her work, and have her collection of research materials on hand for discussion. The reception area serves as a hinge for two distinct zones in the loft: the east zone flows directly into th...