Fifth Avenue
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Location
New York, New York
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Photographer
Peter Margonelli
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Team Members
Sergio Mercado
A Gallery in Motion
A defining feature of the 3,900-square-foot space is the long central corridor, transforming what was once an awkward connection into a clear architectural gesture. Conceived as a gallery, the hallway frames the client’s art collection and establishes a sense of movement through the home.
Beyond, the space opens into a large great room, where the kitchen, dining, and living areas flow together, allowing light and quintessential New York views to carry through the interior.
Warm Modernism, Rooted in Materiality
The interiors are shaped by a desire for warmth within a modern framework. Solid wood furnishings ground the space, offering a tactile counterpoint to the openness of the plan and complementing the client’s collection. A palette of fumed white oak, textured stone, and earth-toned finishes carries throughout the kitchen and bathrooms, reinforcing a consistent material language and depth.
Technical decisions were approached with equal restraint. Window shades are concealed within ceiling soffits, and lighting is integrated without lowering ceiling heights. Televisions are hidden behind artwork, allowing the collection to remain the visual focus. Full-height doors sit flush with the walls, maintaining continuity and proportion.
Spatial constraints presented opportunities for inventive solutions. While existing plumbing limited the placement of bathrooms, a movable wall was introduced to allow the primary suite to function as a private retreat. The result is a home that feels effortless in its flow, where architecture, art, and daily life are carefully balanced.
