The Art of Design Issue 61 2023 | Page 54

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A special living character is provided by iconic furniture designs . The Aspen armchair is a statement piece for the most curated interiors .

A NEW HOME ATTITUDE

A fantastic and unique city-facing apartment in New York , with a spectacular view of the bustling Manhattan district . That was the challenge presented to Jetclass team by a family of three – capture the essence of their lifestyle , bring nature inside and make them feel in a calm , relaxed environment despite the outside rush . An entire renovation was required .
The overall apartment plan was a unique layout with common living and dining areas in an open space and a led illuminated platform with a spiral staircase that leads to the upper floor where the bedrooms are . There was a deliberate attempt to create something out of the ordinary both in terms of layout and ultimately finishes , producing an eccentric and jaw-dropping final result .
Jetclass design team used the free-flowing spaces and the exploration of curved and sinuous forms to create a new spatial perspective in this penthouse design . The large oversized windows helped to take advantage of the natural lighting that reflects on the decor elements ; it provokes different sensations according to the outside light , changing the inside atmosphere ’ s mood in line with the external environment . The challenge was to make this penthouse feel more intimate and next to nature . The high ceiling and structural beams were filled with glorious chandeliers so that empty space was not noticed .
THE LIVING AREA
A HOME INTERIOR WITH A STRONG SCENOGRAPHY IMPACT
Inspired by the urban lifestyle , the living room ’ s voluptuous shapes and sober colours invite to moments of dolce far nientedolce niente . This space is a . result of a mixture of textures , colours , fabrics and even styles . The geometric and organic shapes present in the furnishings , the harsh lines of the sofa ’ s outline and the combination between the rug and pouf ’ s patterns creates an almost ethereal aesthetic .
The Da Vinci sofa arrangement ensures the division between the dining and living areas .
THE DINING AREA
A HOME INTERIOR WITH A STRONG SCENOGRAPHY IMPACT
In the dining area , the large windows were crucial when defining the environment . Natural light and the possibility of enjoying the glazing view are key factors when spending convivial moments around the new Oslo dining table . Reflective surfaces such as Carrara marble , stainless steel and the back display , serve as an interesting backdrop for the Christie chandelier which orients the eyes in the direction of the main point of the space – the dining table .