Upper East Side
1915 prewar Co-op on NYC's Upper East Side
The Brief
Create a comfortable and modern family home while honoring the history of the 1915 building.
Loves Greek Keys, Paris, and NYC. Initially cautious about color and “too much”
Design by Erik Gensler
Photos by Melanie Acevedo
Styling by Carolyn Englefield
Entryway
Lotus wallpaper sets the color tone. Hollywood Regency Greek Key Mirror sits over a restored credenza. Framed vintage Parisian storefront prints.
Living Room
The large living room was designed to serve dual purposes - a formal entertaining area for grown ups on one side and a casual area for the kids to watch TV and play games on the other. We designed built-ins that could house a TV on one half of the room with hidden shelves to store games and exposed shelves for more decorative items.
Dining Room
Initially cautious of color, the homeowner loved this colorful and vibrant wallpaper which set the color scheme and playful tone of the dining room. Here we honor the formal Upper East Side dining room while not making it too serious.
Kitchen
The clients wanted an eat-in kitchen for casual family dining and entertaining. Chinois Frette wallpaper adds just the right touch of subtle color. Custom stools and chairs designed to fit the entire family surround the new island.
Primary Bedroom
A peaceful oasis. Boucle roman shades and a velvet bed frame add texture and color. Mirrors bring light and highlight the room’s tall ceilings.
Putting It Together
Sketches
Mood Boards
Coming to Life
“Every minor detail is a major decision.”
—Sondheim
