Unit 2808 by Vladimir Radutny Architects
Unit 2808 is a modern apartment located in Chicago, Illinois, redesigned in 2019 by Vladimir Radutny Architects.
Description
Oriented South towards the Chicago skyline, this 28th floor dwelling was renovated for a couple desiring an urban sanctuary as their second home. Captivating views and beautiful light were already present as the main ingredients for making this apartment a tranquil space. To further amplify this serenity, we freed the interior from visual obstructions towards the skyline and opened vantage points that did not previously exist. The interior composition of floating planes and articulated surfaces provide privacy and domesticity while maintaining a sense of openness and cohesion within the space.
At entry, a tall white oak element welcomes you, concealing variety of daily functions within its tight grain clad walls. The opposing horizontal kitchen section compliments the tall millwork, extending visually into the mirrored backsplash niche. Shelves disappear and reemerge behind the delicate walls, creating a backdrop for everyday living things. These floating black lines organize the primary living space and become visually lighter as they elevate vertically above the ground plane. This play on visual continuity is employed throughout, where reflectivity creates illusions and connections between architectural elements and the spaces that they support. The long east wall separates the bathroom as well as hides the primary storage. Its white...
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