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From the onset of the project, the Brooklyn-based architects focused on creating space saving techniques where possible.1
The design called for an open layout with few interior walls so that multi-functional features could be used depending on the need.2
To create a flexible design, a customized wall of cabinetry pulls triple duty as storage, furniture, and architecture.3
The wall actually pivots open to create an additional bedroom that is spacious and comfortable, and well-lit thanks to the cabinet's window.4
The open space can be used as dining or office space.5
When there is no need for the extra bedroom, the wall is closed to make space for a private dining area that can fit up to 10 guests at an expanding table.6
The exterior wall space around the living space is used as a large dressing area with closets on either side.7
The open layout allows for optimal flexibility.8
One of the ways architects and designers have been working around New York City's notoriously cramped living conditions is through the use of smart custom-made furniture. Case in point: In order to turn a tiny <a href="http://inhabitat.com/nyc/tag/tiny-homes/">400-square-foot studio</a> into a comfortable home, <a href="http://www.aw-pc.com/">Architecture Workshop</a> installed a cabinet-lined pivot wall that swivels for on-demand flexible space in the blink of an eye.9-
Architecture Workshop Pivot ApartmentOne of the ways architects and designers have been working around New York City's notoriously cramped living conditions is through the use of smart custom-made furniture. Case in point: In order to turn a tiny <a href="http://inhabitat.com/nyc/tag/tiny-homes/">400-square-foot studio</a> into a comfortable home, <a href="http://www.aw-pc.com/">Architecture Workshop</a> installed a cabinet-lined pivot wall that swivels for on-demand flexible space in the blink of an eye.10
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Architecture Workshop Pivot ApartmentFrom the onset of the project, the Brooklyn-based architects focused on creating space saving techniques where possible.11
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Architecture Workshop Pivot ApartmentThe design called for an open layout with few interior walls so that multi-functional features could be used depending on the need.12
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Architecture Workshop Pivot ApartmentTo create a flexible design, a customized wall of cabinetry pulls triple duty as storage, furniture, and architecture.13
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Architecture Workshop Pivot ApartmentThe wall actually pivots open to create an additional bedroom that is spacious and comfortable, and well-lit thanks to the cabinet's window.14
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Architecture Workshop Pivot ApartmentThe open space can be used as dining or office space.15
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Architecture Workshop Pivot ApartmentWhen there is no need for the extra bedroom, the wall is closed to make space for a private dining area that can fit up to 10 guests at an expanding table.16
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Architecture Workshop Pivot ApartmentThe exterior wall space around the living space is used as a large dressing area with closets on either side.17
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Architecture Workshop Pivot ApartmentThe open layout allows for optimal flexibility.18
