Upper East Side Townhouse
New York, NY


The overriding concern for the owners of this late 19th-century townhouse was maximizing natural light. Another challenge was to open up the space, as the building was a slight 14 feet wide. Having lived in a grand house in Kansas, the owners were nervous about adjusting to the "New York lifestyle," which to them meant tight living quarters. Demolition was minimal as a fire had gutted the place. Ultimately, the clients wanted a modern residence with lots of natural light and space for entertaining.