Raw and Real Interior Design

Once an abandoned confectionary factory warehouse, now the original red brick industrial facade gives no hint to what lies inside, the interior is an unexpected oasis. Jolson’s dedication to detail and ability to bring nature, architecture and interiors together has resulted in a home that is not only sophisticated but artfully timeless. excerpts are from the original post....

In a former life this was a warehouse for spices and tea. Now it is a rental option in London's Tower Bridge neighborhood.

....curved windows, the high ceilings and exposed structure saturate the space with history....

Guess what...if you are visiting London you can rent this beautiful space!

Easily found items such as metal-clad doors and industrial sinks for the kitchen contrast with the building’s brick exterior, playing modern against historic. Large, off-the-shelf industrial windows let light into the space, open up the interiors, and help the building relate better to the out-of-doors. Using ready-made fittings saved on budget, too.

Unlike many homes, inside this one, skateboarding and floor hockey are a-okay: For kids, that’s the stuff of dreams. For parents, on the other hand, indoor sports could be the very definition of mayhem—but in this Chicago house, it also makes for peace of mind.

Miller/Hull Partnership, an architectural firm based in Seattle, was selected for this project. Their portfolio and philosophy is impressive.

http://www.millerhull.com/html/home.htm

Two Miller Hull designed projects win AIA Seattle Awards and recognized for 'doing more with less'

Becky Harris is a great interviewer....."Brian Patrick Flynn can burst into a building, round up a bunch of crazy flea market finds, add fabulous fabrics and lacquer and completely remake the place like a whirling dervish. Or a decor demon."

There are wonderful images of this 920-square-foot Atlanta loft in a former milk factory where Brian lived previously.

A take away thought from Brian:

What is your biggest design pet peeve?
My biggest designer pet peeve has to be sticks thrown into a tall vase and shoved in a corner. What the hell is that?

I usually select an interior image, but today this photo won my heart over. The interior of this 200+ year old London rennovated warehouse has many great qualities and some outstanding design features. Take note of the dining space and it's lighting, the bathroom, the stairs and stair screen detail. Also the charm of the master bedroom and roof garden....enjoy and remember we like hearing from you.

Details in the story....worth the read.

The talented partnership of Amy and Brandon Phillips created an inspiring renovation on a 19th Century Factory for a living and work space. We love their philosophy of embracing and showcasing the inherent features of this standout architecture.

"The couple’s large two-bedroom flat is composed primarily of stained heart-pine floors, mottled worn-brick walls, and enormous metal windows set with blue-and-white safety glass. It’s a testament to the richness of well-placed, delicately finished found materials. "

The kitchen and the bathroom are standouts!

This is not an ordinary warehouse conversion, but an eccentric and unique living space. You can play basketball, hang out under your "live" tree, or go to your home office. The details are numerous and high end, and the space is large, open and bright. Wait until you see the architecturally awesome exterior!

Living in ItAt the Future Perfect, David Alhadeff sells advanced coolness. In his rehabbed Brooklyn warehouse home, he’s surrounded by it.

( It is very likely he no longer lives in this space, the story is a couple of years old. He has expanded his retail business, Future Perfect, to San Francisco and has a successful showroom in Manhattan. http://www.thefutureperfect.com/ )

I have my doubts about the images being from the same converted space, having said that, they are great photos each on their own. What I adore is the marriage of industrial pieces with antiques, and clean finnished wood with highly textured walls. I also appreciate the interesting accessories in the room.

Since you are here you are likely a fan of interior design.If you have time, you might find this post from our blog interesting, the topic is eclectic decorating. http://www.midcenturymodernfurniturethenandnow.com/decoratinghow-much-is-too-much/

This conversion was a big project for this creative couple. It was literally very physical. "The concrete in the walls is tough, with rubble mixed in,' says Holly. 'It took Steve four hours to drill the holes for our curtain poles!"

Holly offers some how to advice for converting a warehouse into a living space, she says, "decide what matters and plan around that." read the rest of their story....