Architecture by Solveig Fernlund Design and Neil Logan Architect
Photography by Matthew Williams
Brooklyn, NY
Like Braque’s adopting of simulated oak-grain wallpapers in charcoal drawings, the architects here seem to delight in collaging modernist elements in this 1901 Cobble Hill townhouse. The exceptionally wide (24’-6”) house creates almost loft like conditions on the parlor level, where Miesian wood veneered furniture pieces define the space. Traditional surface transitions have been stripped from ornament, conventional heating and cooling systems are removed to create a clean minimalist interior. Beautiful grey wood floors appeal like concrete without loosing their aura.
Openings and thresholds are treated as architectural elements in their own right. Doorways, reveals, and trim depths establish a clear order through the rooms, so circulation reads as a connected sequence instead of isolated moments.
Material contrast remains disciplined: warmer timber notes balance cooler painted or stone surfaces, while metal accents are concentrated at touch points like pulls, fixtures, and hardware. The result is tactile without becoming busy.
What stands out most is consistency of detail language. Joinery lines, panel rhythms, and floor direction support how each space is used, giving the project a calm, lived-in character that still feels specific to Solveig Fernlund Design.
Tags: Solveig Fernlund Design, Neil Logan Architect, Cobble Hill, Brooklyn
