DESIGN DESCRIPTION
Suspended between sky and city, this penthouse interior reinterprets light and proportion as instruments of calm and refinement. The project transforms a once-generic double-height space into a coherent composition of crafted materials and spatial precision.
At its core, a timber stair anchors the design — a structural piece of furniture that becomes the main spatial element. Entirely suspended from the ceiling, it floats within the double-height space, with engineered steel tension members hidden inside the wood to ensure structural stability and lateral rigidity. The result is a crafted architectural element that functions simultaneously as sculpture and circulation, defining the character and atmosphere of the entire social space.
The project was developed in close collaboration with a client who envisioned a timber staircase — a person with a deep appreciation for fine carpentry and furniture design. Within the double-height space, a steel library structure defines the room, also serving as a two-level display for a curated collection of ceramic and glass pieces that anchors and enriches the living area.
Materiality is distilled to its essentials: wood, stone, and glass, working together in balance to create a restrained and welcoming atmosphere. Beyond pure aesthetics, the interior aims to convey a sense of permanence and clarity — a calm residence designed to host social gatherings, where space receives art and information in equilibrium with the pace of New York City.
Credits:
Design Architect:
PAUL CREMOUX studio
Design Principal:
Paul Cremoux W.
Status: Undisclosed
Client: Undisclosed
