When the adjoining apartment in a distinguished pre-war cooperative became available, our clients embraced the rare opportunity to combine the two residences into a gracious full-floor home overlooking Lake Michigan and the Gold Coast. Designed for a modern family, the renovation creates an open, light-filled environment that supports everyday living while providing a sophisticated backdrop for the owners' extensive contemporary art collection.

The interiors balance a clean, contemporary aesthetic with details that subtly reference the building's Beaux Arts architecture. A restrained palette of natural materials, refined finishes, and carefully selected furnishings complements the home's original character without competing with it. Expansive views, abundant natural light, and thoughtfully composed spaces allow both the architecture and the art collection to be experienced throughout the home.

The finished residence feels contemporary yet timeless—a home that celebrates its historic elegance while reflecting the way the family lives today.