Park Slope
Neo-Grec

The Brooklyn Studio
This project comprised a full rehabilitation of a four-story, 3,900-square-foot rowhouse located just outside Brooklyn’s Park Slope Historic District. The Brooklyn Studio’s goal was to transform this rowhouse into a modern home for a family of six, while also preserving its historical and architectural integrity.
We restored the staircase to its original configuration, reintroducing the landing on the parlor floor. And we recreated historically appropriate architectural details, including baseboards, crown molding, door and window surrounds, interior doors, and exterior doors.
Park Slope Neo Grec Staircase
In the dining room, we designed a custom millwork cabinet to support a 180-gallon tropical aquarium, while concealing electrical, plumbing, and supporting equipment. At the rear of the building, we reconstructed the entire wall, adding new extra-large openings. These openings are fit with sliding glass doors, enhancing the visual connection between the building’s interior and exterior spaces.
Park Slope Neo Grec Kitchen
Park Slope Neo Grec Kitchen
We added a new bulkhead, which provides access to the rooftop by way of a new sculptural staircase. The addition of a pergola creates another living area and dining space, taking advantage of the building’s spectacular views of Brooklyn and lower Manhattan.
Park Slope Neo Grec Roof Deck
Park Slope Neo Grec Sculptural Staircase
The roof also houses a custom-built sauna with an outdoor shower. To create a feeling of privacy, the street-facing side of the roof is planted with lush vegetation.
Park Slope Neo Grec Rooftop Sauna
Throughout the home, we blended existing historical details with our client’s contemporary aesthetic, creating a cozy, modern, light-filled house that is optimized for day-to-day living while also honoring the building’s rich history.
Park Slope Neo Grec Living Room
Park Slope Living Room
Park Slope Neo Grec Play Room
Park Slope Neo Grec Powder Room
Park Slope Neo Grec Dressing Room
Park Slope Neo Grec Backyard

Park Slope Neo-Grec was recognized as a finalist in the kitchen & bath category for 2024 NYCxDesign Awards.

Building Information

Location

Park Slope

Originally Built

c. 1887

Rehabilitation Completed

2023

Size

3,867 sf

Credits

Partner In Charge

Brendan Coburn

Project Team

Scott Kunstadt, Cristina Gomez

Interior Design

Tina Rich Design

General Contractor

Chilmark Builders Inc.

AV Consultant

Manhattan Home Networks

Landscape Design

Alive Structures, Marni Majorelle

Photographer

Christian Torres