Part 2 – Hahn Residence, Massachusetts

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I’ve shortened the closet in my design for wider access to the bedroom, but now that I see John’s plan, I might move the whole kitchen out to make a bigger bedroom altogether. Honestly, I hadn’t seen his post until my earlier plan was up!

I think someone else also used a furniture-type unit to separate the sleeping area from the kitchen or living area, which I think I prefer to the solid wall in John’s plan. Having reflected light enter over as well as around the “wall” would make a big difference. That Splyce case study we did several months ago continues to inspire.

I zoned the loft in terms of various functions.

I think I like Steve’s version of this plan better than John’s (they’re so similar) because the sightline to the bed is hindered just a bit more. I agree that John’s has a nicer view from the desk, yet I wonder how tidy this desk will be. Placing it centrally is risky.
I also agree with Steve regarding opening up above the range/fridge wall. That two feet of space along the end bedroom wall that’s there to allow light seems too narrow for walking so why not put some kind of shelving/table combo piece that still allows light? Actually, then the kitchen might have just a little more counter and allow the fridge and stove some needed separation.

I also question putting the head of the bed right behind the fridge…I’ve lived in rooms with the bed across from such a fridge wall (on the other side) and it was annoying hearing it cycle on and off. Can’t imagine being right next to it.

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Wow…this may be banal compared to the many inventive, in particular sleeping solutions, proposed thus far. A bed cube I’m floored, too cool!

The plan simply asks the question, would someone forego a typical space (in this case the dining table area) if the remaining area resulted in spaces and components that one might find in a larger home?

A glazed overhead door opens into the bed area for flexibility, akin to Steve’s proposal the millwork would be kept below the ceilings and the kitchen wall cabinets would not go into the corners. This is done to help emphasis the larger proportions. I think the entry and study at this stage are a little blocky and so I would think some element(s) either on the floor or ceiling would be needed to help transition between and connect the two spaces and help drive the view to the living beyond.

Great plan Paul and an excellent way to sequence through the entry and into the main living space!

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I’m a little late in the game here, but I thought I would throw a few curves in to create some visual interest in this loft. Taking inspiration from the work by Rawlings Design on the Chelsea Renovation (Aug 31-Sep 1 case study), I incorporated a curved frosted glass shower into the wall separating the sleeping area from the kitchen/living area, which would both create visual interest and help to bring natural light into the sleeping area. I continued the curve theme by creating a curved island that would double as a dining table.

I think this is an excellent example of how a precedent is employed. Somewhat in line with the SHR discussion John and Louis had on the topic. (not a copy but a jumping off point)

Doug, you have expertly adapted one element of the Chelsea case study, used it as a starting point (curved wall, curved island) and the result is uniquely different, a little risqué maybe which might play to the funky side of the owner and works well to open up the space. The location of the study area also worked out well. It is in the room, but also slightly hidden in the room behind the sidewall.