In a striking fusion of history and modernity, Lang Architecture has transformed a 1,650-square-foot apartment in New York City’s East Village. Originally two separate units in a 1930s Art Deco building, the space has been reconfigured into a cohesive family home.
Space Reimagined
The renovation centers on a formal entry that leads directly into a spacious great room, where the kitchen, dining area, and living space converge seamlessly. The layout features two bedroom suites at either end of the apartment, with a versatile glass-doored den positioned in between, serving as a study, playroom, or retreat.
Art Deco Influences
The building itself showcases a more subdued version of Art Deco compared to its more flamboyant Midtown counterparts. Lang Architecture, led by principal Drew Lang, has embraced this restraint in the interior design, incorporating elements like coved ceilings, rounded jambs, and brass-trimmed leather drawers. Custom cabinetry reflects a furniture-like quality rather than traditional fixed millwork.
Material Palette
The apartment features limewashed walls complemented by slabs of Calacatta Panozzo marble and warm wood surfaces. This careful selection of materials extends the understated Art Deco theme without attempting to replicate the era. Vintage lighting pieces, such as Palm sconces by Blue Green Works and a unique Hans Bergström pendant over the dining table, add character to the space. The great room is furnished with a Cubo sofa by Jorge Zalszupin and a Segment coffee table from Estudio Persona, further enhancing the design’s elegance.
Personal Touches
Adding a personal dimension to the design, a shelf crafted by Lang and built by a family member is prominently displayed in the great room. This family-made piece introduces a sense of connection and history amidst the curated selection of materials and furnishings. Lang Architecture emphasizes this approach as part of their commitment to “generational sustainability through connected design.”
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