A Relaxed Park Avenue Pad by Studio DB

A Relaxed Park Avenue Pad

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Our work in reimagining a classic 1920s Park Avenue apartment began with a considered reorganization of the spaces. This family home had a formal living room and dining room that were barely being used, a tiny closed kitchen, and bedrooms that were accessed by two different, disjointed circulation paths that simply wasted space. We corrected those issues by expanding and opening up the kitchen to the adjoining rooms and reclaiming some of the old circulation space to make larger bedrooms for the children. Then, we mixed contemporary and traditional details, and serious and whimsical moments. To make a much more inviting dining room, we installed a de Gournay chinoiserie-inspired mural above a cushy banquette that wraps around the two sides of the space, inviting family members and guests to dine or simply hang out. As a counterpoint to that traditional mural, we installed the Shape Up series of suspended lamps by Ladies & Gentlemen Studio, with different geometric forms above a custom dining table with legs painted bright red. In the living room, we lacquered the ceiling glossy white to pull sunlight deep into the space, then added curvaceous furniture that is more playful than for-mal, including vintage Vladimir Kagan chairs, a scooped bamboo coffee table, and a custom brass-and-oak media unit with radiused corners. A concealed door opens to reveal another unexpected touch: a tiny bar finished in wavy wallpaper and coral paint.

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“I have worked with StudioDB on several large projects including two gut renovations (of a 4000sq.ft. downtown loft and a 7000sq.ft. townhouse), as well as the conversion of a once derelict 8000sq.ft. yard into a vibrant, beautiful playground at a public hospital in the Bronx. The latter project was a largely philanthropic effort which was completed thanks to extreme generosity of StudioDB's time and spirit. I am THRILLED with all of Studio DB's work. Britt and Damian are an incredible design duo: brilliant, pragmatic, wildly creative and fun! They bring deep experience and indefatigable enthusiasm to every aspect of the design and renovation process. Damian is calm in the storm, unflappable and meets the unexpected hiccup with grace and ease. He worked within my budget and steered me in the right direction about where I needed to spend and where I could save. Damian approaches structural conundrums as an opportunity for creative problem solving. He relishes an architectural challenge seems to have an endless supply of patience and good humor even in the most frustrating of circumstances. Britt brings the spaces to life with her outstanding eye and creativity. Her design sensibility is a rare combination of playfulness and elegance. She goes the extra mile to source materials both new and old from unexpected vendors and places, rendering each space unique. She works tirelessly to get each room right and to ensure that the each space and choice plays well with the others. Britt and Damian (and all of the designers and staff at Studio DB) are a JOY to work with. They encouraged my good ideas and - more importantly - saved me from all sorts of terrible decisions!! I learned so much from the whole process. I could not recommend StudioDB more highly. They are the consummate dream team!!”