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- James Ramsey's Modern Loft HomeIf you appreciate the feel of Old New York, you'll fall in love with the masterfully retrofitted 19th century Manhattan loft of <a href="http://inhabitat.com/nyc/index.php?s=lowline">LowLine park</a> co-founder James Ramsey. The 2,000-square-foot residence located on White Street in TriBeCa is a flawless blend of old and new. Designed by Ramsey, who is a principal at architecture firm <a href="http://inhabitat.com/nyc/index.php?s=raad">raad Studio</a>, the industrial loft was converted into a warm yet modern dwelling that preserves the character of its historic shell. Much of the original architecture has been repurposed throughout, including the windows, ceilings and brick walls. We recently got to sneak a peek at some of the home's exciting details during <a href="http://www.dwell.com/magazine">Dwell magazine</a>'s popular <a href="http://ny.dwellondesign.com/Attendee/Home/HomeTours">Manhattan home tours.</a>1
- HOME TOUR: RAAD Studio revives 19th Century loft with minimal retrofitsThough the loft has a long, narrow feel, it is still quite spacious, including an open kitchen, dining room and living area, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a powder room.2
- HOME TOUR: RAAD Studio revives 19th Century loft with minimal retrofitsRamsay was careful to preserve the original structural elements, while updating the design with modern features.3
- HOME TOUR: RAAD Studio revives 19th Century loft with minimal retrofitsNew windows were punched into the side walls, inviting daylight into an otherwise dark, narrow space.4
- HOME TOUR: RAAD Studio revives 19th Century loft with minimal retrofitsOne of the most intriguing features is the dining area's backdrop, which features a 300-bottle wine rack made from salvaged terra cotta drainage pipes.5
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- HOME TOUR: RAAD Studio revives 19th Century loft with minimal retrofitsContemporary furniture, fixtures, pale oak flooring and stainless steel appliances are peppered throughout the home, offering a juxtaposition to the otherwise <a href="http://inhabitat.com/tag/vintage-furniture/">vintage architecture</a>.7
- HOME TOUR: RAAD Studio revives 19th Century loft with minimal retrofitsAll the millwork is custom-designed, featuring black granite kitchen counters as well as a marble and walnut island. Modern light fixtures drape over the kitchen and white tiling serves as a contrasting backdrop.8
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- HOME TOUR: RAAD Studio revives 19th Century loft with minimal retrofitsWhite tin repurposed ceiling tiles cover the wall behind the bed in the master bedroom.10
- HOME TOUR: RAAD Studio revives 19th Century loft with minimal retrofitsRather than installing floor to ceiling doors, Ramsey's team created an illusion by constructing dark panels above doors of standard height.11
- HOME TOUR: RAAD Studio revives 19th Century loft with minimal retrofitsRamsay was careful to preserve the original structural elements, while updating the design with modern features.12
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