New York architect Diana Kellogg has reinvented her Tribeca residence through a substantial home overhaul, using materials salvaged from the building’s industrial origins. Situated on Staple Street, the home has been Kellogg’s for 25 years, alongside her nearby studio shared with her filmmaker husband.
Transformative Renovation: Embracing History and Modernity
The building once functioned as cold storage for neighboring produce facilities, a plumber’s supply storefront, and eventually transitioned into a residence 50 years ago. Over the years, Kellogg has carefully renovated the space, embarking on a major redesign once her children moved out, as part of a comprehensive transformation.
An old freight elevator made way for what Kellogg calls the Green Room, a glass-enclosed nook ideal for conversations and private video calls. The elevator’s salvage, among other elements, was cleverly repurposed for kitchen structures, bookcases, and a staircase linking all four floors in the distinctive restoration project.
“Throughout the house, there were old glass and steel doors, and windows,” Kellogg mentioned. “I just moved them around and repurposed them.” Remaining true to the building’s roots, the decor features industrial elements, such as the fireplace and the striking 25-foot-long chestnut beams, embodying industrial architecture.
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“Stripping those beams was a massive challenge but well worth it for the warmth and character they bring,” said Kellogg. Recently, the upstairs bedrooms with vaulted brick ceilings were revamped into neutral spaces, separated by sliding mahogany doors, in line with the comprehensive vision.
On the ground floor, the former playroom was transformed into a cozy TV area, complete with a large L-shaped sofa and midcentury furniture. “There’s still one climbing rope down there that people think is an art piece, which I love,” she said, reflecting on the home’s playful past.
Noguchi pendant lights mirror those on the upper level, suspended from the steel beams Kellogg installed. Key artworks include striking photographs by Ljubodrag Andric, flanking the fireplace, enhancing the space with depth and warmth.
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Downstairs, the walls showcase images of The Rajkumari Ratnavati Girl’s School, completed by Kellogg in India‘s Thar Desert in 2021. The renovated roof terrace now offers landscaped planters and wooden furniture, providing a perfect dining and relaxation zone.
“I wanted an oasis up there, a second living room with a view of the charming bridge,” Kellogg explained, highlighting the scenic views from the terrace, believed to surpass even being on the bridge itself. Tribeca’s industrial past lingers in its large lofts and creative spaces, with Kellogg’s home joining other remarkable residences in the neighborhood, such as those by Crina Arghirescu Rogard and Andrea Leung.
Photography by Andrew Brinka showcases this blend of history and modern creativity, reflecting the evolution of Tribeca’s architectural landscape influenced by the intensive historic renovation.
Source: dezeen.com
Frequently asked questions
How did Diana Kellogg transform her Tribeca home?
Diana Kellogg transformed her Tribeca home by using materials salvaged from the building’s industrial origins. She repurposed elements like the old freight elevator for the Green Room and other structures like kitchen structures, bookcases, and a staircase.
What historic features were retained in Kellogg’s renovation?
Historic features retained in Kellogg’s renovation include industrial elements like old glass and steel doors, windows, a fireplace, and 25-foot-long chestnut beams. She moved and repurposed these elements to remain true to the building’s roots.
What was transformed into the Green Room in Kellogg’s home?
An old freight elevator was transformed into the Green Room, a glass-enclosed nook ideal for conversations and private video calls.
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