Intelligent design in small spaces
On West 72nd Street, Manhattan, sits a pre-war building that houses our client’s one-bedroom apartment. VAKOTA was tasked with coming up with an intelligent way to use the limited space and budget to create an overnight guest-friendly environment.
Read MoreDesigning for Small Spaces
When space is limited, it’s easy to assume that your options for both practicality and style are, too. However, with some intelligent design, the right architect can maximise space so that it is both functional and attractive.
Read MoreBoerum Hill Townhouse
This turn of the century Brooklyn Brownstone Townhouse on Pacific Street was initially delayed by Coronavirus restrictions, but now, we are ready to share this finished project – and it is stunning.
Read MoreThe increasing demand for sustainable architecture
Sustainable architecture is becoming a more commonly used term and one that is increasingly being requested by our clients. And for us at VAKOTA, it is music to our ears.
Read MoreBay Ridge Townhouse – Sustainability in the City
Here at VAKOTA we are dedicated to sustainable practices. To that end, we recently released a series of articles detailing the work we put into creating an eco-friendly, sustainable home in rural Connecticut. However, this latest project brought with it some new challenges around how best to implement environmental resources and materials in a limited existing footprint.
Read MoreBuilding an eco-house: Part 3
VAKOTA’s Matt Kocyba is currently working on an innovative residential project in Greenwich, Connecticut, with clients who share his passion for green living and sustainability. Our eco-friendly approach to the design is the number one priority throughout each decision-making process
Read MoreEmbracing Space on East 62nd Street
On the upper east side of Manhattan, VAKOTA has recently completed a renovation to a 2,000 square foot apartment. Working alongside Courtney Lauren Interiors and IntraBuild Construction to completely gut and renovate the apartment under an extremely short 4-month timeline we turned a 2-bedroom apartment into a 3-bedroom, highly stylized luxury apartment – ensuring every inch was used to its potential.
Read MoreConservative Contemporary Design to a Ranch-Style Residence
VAKOTA has recently completed construction on this stunning, but modest, home in Greenwich, Connecticut. The 1800 square foot former 1960s ranch-style property has been remodeled – creating an elegant and modern structure.
Read MoreBuilding an eco-house: Part 2
VAKOTA’s Matt Kocyba is currently working on an innovative residential project in Greenwich, Connecticut, with clients who are passionate about green living and sustainability. Our environmentally conscious approach to the design is our number one priority throughout each decision-making process.
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