London Design Gold

2023

Scandinavian Fusion: Apartment in Chelsea, NYC

Entrant Company

Arsight

Category

Interior Design - Residential 

Client's Name

Country / Region

United States

Nestled in the heart of New York's bustling Chelsea district, this renovation artfully melds time-honored charm with contemporary elegance. Drawing inspiration from the juxtaposition of raw, historical textures with sleek modern finishes, the apartment exemplifies an exquisite fusion of eras.



The design breathes, maximizing the play of light and air. Original brickwork is judiciously retained and restored, narrating tales of time. Sections, left deliberately unrestored, beckon a tactile connection to the past. Rough concrete ceilings with original beams further the narrative of age.



A custom floor-to-ceiling shelving system stands as the home's spine, delineating spaces and bridging historic elements with modern comforts. A strategically placed ladder symbolizes growth, perspective, and connection.



The living room emerges as a gallery of stories. Vintage sofas, meticulously restored, set a stage for relaxation, while custom shelving units frame oversized artworks. An elegantly designed cupboard, flush with greenery, infuses the space with life.



The kitchen juxtaposes brick's rawness with stainless steel cabinets' contemporary gleam. Thoughtful blue accents punctuate the space, harmoniously bridging past and present. The bedroom offers serenity with dual-toned plaster walls and heavy curtains promising privacy. A floor-to-ceiling partition gracefully balances separation with inclusion.



The bathroom exemplifies sheer artistry. Neutral rough clay tiles paired with white and wooden finishes echo purity and warmth, resulting in a sanctuary of simplicity.



In this Apartment in Chelsea, every design choice tells a story, every texture holds a memory. More than just a home, it's a curated experience, a blend of past and present, an ode to architectural harmony. In the world of interior design, this project stands as a testament to the transformative power of design.

Credits

Founder of Arsight, Principal Designer
Artem Kropovinsky
More Gold Winners
Product
2023
London Design Awards - Cloud bed 云梦床

Entrant Company

千和家具海安有限公司

Category

Product Design - Furniture

Product
2023
London Design Awards - Vilicci - ESPERTO - Luxury grill
Solloshi Ltd.

Entrant Company

Solloshi Ltd.

Category

Product Design - Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware & Cookware

Interior
2023
London Design Awards - The Classical Fort

Entrant Company

EGO DESIGN STUDIO

Category

Interior Design - Residential 

UI Design
2023
London Design Awards - AI-powered data security and management
Cohesity

Entrant Company

Cohesity

Category

User Interface Design (UI) - Best User Interface