Compiled by Ellen Tang | Apr 2, 2010
Photography by Francesca Giovanelli
SoHo factory turned into family home
Let’s stretch our view to the West and take a peek at SoHo, a neighbourhood in the New York City borough of Manhattan. Architecturally, SoHo is widely known for the transformation of historic buildings that were unattractive for manufacturing and commercial purposes; to modern lofts and studios for artists.
Many of these buildings, especially the upper storeys, attracted artists who valued the spaces for their large areas, large windows admitting natural lights and cheap rents. Lofts in SoHo were especially appealing to artists because they could use the wide spaces and tall ceilings required to create and store their work.
Here's a quick look at how award-winning commercial director, music video and movie director (of The Texas Chain Massacre) Marcus Nispel transformed a former rusting hulk (Con Edison building factory) into a cosy family abode.
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(Left) Old New York: Exterior view of the former factory building in SoHo
(Right) Cosy white: Nispel's chic and spacious living room, preserving the building's old bricks
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(Left) Remarkable corner: 20-foot bookshelves reach the ceilings, with flying-saucer-like pendant lights
(Right) Flying pans: Dry kitchen that is set for family gatherings |
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(Left) Cooling effect: Pool on the bottom floor
(Right) Spacious: A no-pillar structure enables Nispel to play around with the interior design |
Article is reproduced with permission from loftlifemag.com
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