"A prior renovation had replaced old mechanical systems but stripped away vintage character, so aesthetically speaking, Studio Oh-Song was starting from scratch. In an early meeting, the client shared a vivid childhood memory that became a touchstone for the project. "We were talking about this vibe he wanted to create, of being inside looking out during a thunderstorm, cozy and warm inside when there's chaos outside," Oh recalled."
"In a key architectural move, Studio Oh-Song introduced a pair of wide, flat archways on the garden floor, which had previously been completely open, between a sitting area at the front of the house and the kitchen at the rear. "A lot of people think open floor plans are great because they feel spacious," Oh said, "but we wanted to create definition between the two spaces and make each feel more special.""
A three-story townhouse received a renovation that included a reimagined garden floor, 3.5 new bathrooms, and a new staircase. The garden-level kitchen originally had little counter space and an inefficient layout, problematic for the homeowner who is a professional chef. A prior renovation had updated mechanical systems but removed vintage character, leaving the design team to start from scratch. The client described a memory of being cozy inside during a thunderstorm, which guided lighting, material, and color choices emphasizing warmth. The team added wide, flat archways to define a front sitting area and rear kitchen. Under-counter cabinetry and white oak veneer provide storage, openness, and warm wood tones.
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