Set to become one of the hottest addresses in New York City after it is completed, the seven residences with two to five bedrooms at 152 Elizabeth Street, Nolita district, were the first homes built by famed Japanese architect Tadao Ando outside of Asia.
Tadao Ando is a self-taught architect, who is credited as introducing the concept of contemporary minimalism to the Western world.
There is a Zen-like simplicity to balance out the complexity of his architecture. Likewise, this apartment he designed reflects the same notion of simple-ness and seeing the house as the locus of the mind (kokoro).
Residence 3E, New York City
Welcome to Residence 3E, which was unveiled by Sumeida + Khurana and Nahla Capital, the developers of Tadao’s project. This two-bedder is priced at USD$6.1 million.
Architect Michael Gabellini is listed as a co-designer. Richly-coloured Danish oak, with intricate grains, line the door and walls in the entrance. The same luxurious material is used for the flooring of the interiors.
Double Volume Ceilings
There is a sense of open-ness as soon as one steps into the abode, thanks to the 2.7 metre-high ceiling. Dark wood panelling sets the tone in the dining area.
Large Size Windows
Large 1.8 metre-wide windows are paired with electronic blinds to allow natural light to fill the space without compromising on privacy.
Neutral Interior Colours
According to the property developers, the spaces are designed using a soft and serene neutral colour palette, as well as a variety of stones and textures creates a deeply luxurious yet comfortable ambiance.
Sliding Glass Doors
Sliding doors and concealed air-conditioner vents mean the home becomes the epitome of the modern minimalist pad.
Fully Furnished Apartments
Homebuyers who wish to move in immediately will be glad to know that the home comes ready-furnished by hip stores DDC and Atelier Coubet, along with artworks by Yossi Milo Gallery,
Japanese Interior Design
For Tadao, this project was meant to showcase a space that only a Japanese could create. What do you think?
This story first appeared on Sona Decor in 2017.