New York

Modern home studio with an industrial edge

Arguably one of the most charming neighbourhoods in New York City, Brooklyn Heights is a delightful area full of tree-lined streets and brownstone houses. Located at the end of Brooklyn Bridge, design inspiration comes from heritage buildings, hidden gems, parks and the waterfront. Explore an industrial building renovated into a home studio that pulls form its location's vibrancy and old-world charm.

Kate and Janet's dream home

A modular design with an open-plan layout highlights bold pieces in this converted space. Colourful touches, witty objects and pop art are accentuated by a matte black kitchen, which is in equal parts a statement piece and a functional space.

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We needed a modern kitchen that maintained an industrial feel. We wanted the sort of bold look that didn’t just demand attention, but also tied the whole space together.

Kate and Janet

Interior designers

There's one glaringly obvious design element in this space – light. With large, south-facing casement windows, natural light fills the studio almost around the clock. To contrast with the hard floors, exposed brick and bright white walls that intensify and distribute the light, matte black cabinetry and granite worktops were chosen to absorb and diffuse. By using stainless steel and glass in a purposeful manner, Kate and Janet were able to strike a balance between beauty and utility, for a strikingly contemporary yet industrial look.

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Inner-city peace amidst a place buzzing with culture

Brooklyn Heights owes much of its relaxed residential feeling to the lovingly-restored brownstones and converted carriage houses that line its leafy cobblestone streets. Locals and tourists alike walk the Brooklyn Heights promenade for panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline or weave their way into alleyways and lanes to shop, dine and visit theatres, museums and music venues. The first New York neighbourhood to be declared a historic district, its old charm echoes through the hum of modern living.

Brooklyn Heights, New York

Meet Kate and Janet

Meet Kate and Janet. Both interior designers born and raised in the United States, they met while studying at the Royal College of Art in London. After returning to New York to pursue their careers, they were able to found their own studio after a string of successes at work. Lovers of architecture and design with a real passion for their work, they renovated their former industrial building in Brooklyn Heights, turning it into a home studio. They love colour, Pop Art and ironic objects, from funko pop to vintage design items.