www.privateairny.com Private Air | Summer 2023
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DESIGN
At the unit's periphery, the
elemental bedroom volumes are
treated with pale, sandy tones
of hand-troweled plaster, which
reflect natural light deep into
the floor plate. Doors are solid
slabs with integrated, closer
hardware, allowing for trimless
jambs and simplified fixtures.
Switches seamlessly integrated
into the plaster walls minimize
visual clutter. e irregular
surface of the plaster highlights
the changing qualities of light
throughout the day, imparting a
sense of softness to the private
spaces.
Directly across from the
elevator landing, a small
alcove was created to serve as
the entry point. e "moyo"
wall, inspired by vernacular
masonry ventilation blocks,
is washed with natural
light from an adjacent
perceived court. Each block
in the wall exhibits varied
concrete mixes and interior
geometry, contributing to
an informal pattern that
shifts and deforms across the
assembly. Above the ceiling,
a programmable LED array
remains hidden, tracking the
sun's movement throughout
the day and adjusting the
light temperature accordingly.
During nighttime, the small
powder room integrated into
the alcove is softly illuminated
by moonlight.
FABRICATORS
Carved Countertops The Vero Stone
Plaster (walls, master headboard) Cathy Connor Studio C
Wood (casework, floor, ceiling) Dowbuilt
Metal (casework, hardware, patinas) Dowbuilt
Interior Landscape Garden Formaneta
Custom Concrete John Dietrich
Metals Argent
