Interior architect Paul Nadolny created a unique room divider to set a contemporary tone in an all-purpose living space. His client wanted a multipurpose space that encompassed a sitting area and a kitchen/eating space, but also wanted some division between the two areas. To achieve this, they designed a large room divider to segment the spaces. Reaching to the ceiling and full of angles, each side of the large column has built-ins fitting each area's purpose. It's constructed of cedar wood and laminated materials in a pale earthy green color.
Here are some of the other design strategies he employed to create a soothing space that blends perfectly with its wooded surroundings:
- The sitting area, anchored by a rust and black wool geometric carpet over bamboo flooring, features a squared-off taupe sofa and a pair of black leather chairs with metal detailing, also with clean, square edges. An angular black slate coffee table is between them. A small gas-powered fireplace adds warmth, while allowing a see-through view to the breakfast nook.
- The informal breakfast area features a small rectangular aluminum table set with taupe webbed-fabric chairs to mimic the contrast of materials in the divider. A flat panel TV on the side wall is housed in a custom cabinet, along with other electronics.
- The kitchen is a small but functional space, with stainless appliances and custom wood, metal and corrugated laminate cabinets that are a part of the large divider. Lines are also clean and straight, in keeping with the contemporary designs elsewhere.
Guests Paul Nadolny
Interior Architect, Urban Ease
1919 2nd Ave.
Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: 206-443-9546
Fax: 206-443-9581
Also in this Episode
)
