Design Buy Build Issue 21 2016 | Page 58

HOUSE FEATURE ROTTERDAN PENTHOUSE ROTTERDAN C PENTHOUSE This traditional, early twentieth century home has been transformed into a luxurious apartment featuring a wellness spa and roof-deck. 58 lassic details and intricate woodwork are offset by the crisp contours of contemporary elements. Voids in the load-bearing interior walls create circulation in the floor plan and connect the living spaces. Residents can enjoy a spectacular view of Rotterdam’s skyline from the sauna, steam room, bathtub and roof-top whirlpool bath. The primary living space is on the second-story. Here, the floor plan has been augmented to include new functions such as an ensuite separation between the living and dining spaces and a second (guest) bathroom. These new functions are bundled into one discrete volume that is separate from