Boston, MA

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2023

The Rowan Apartment

A compact city apartment made to feel generous through light, clever storage, and a softer palette.

The Rowan Apartment — interior view showing its calm, layered material palette.

Year

2023

Location

Boston, MA

Type

Apartment Renovation

Size

1,150 sq ft

Scope

Layout, Storage, Materials, Styling

The Brief

A young couple bought a dark, awkwardly divided apartment and wanted it to feel open, bright, and easy to live in. Storage was a constant frustration, and they worked from home several days a week.

Design Approach

We removed a non-structural wall to let light travel through the plan and designed full-height joinery that hides storage, a fold-away desk, and the laundry. Every square foot was asked to do more than one job.

Materials & Finishes

Pale oak, soft white lacquer, ribbed glass, and natural linen keep the rooms light and calm. Warm lighting layers make the apartment feel inviting through long Boston winters.

Closing Note

The apartment now feels far larger than its footprint, and every day runs a little more smoothly.

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  • Light. Material. Stillness. //

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