# Organized Two-Storey Apartments Light and Air Architecture Designs a Contemporary Dwelling in NY By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-03-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-and-air-architecture References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2019/03/18/sterling-place-apartment-renovation-brooklyn-light-air-architecture/) & [landa-arch](https://landa-arch.com/) Light and Air Architecture have meticulously outfitted this [two-storey apartment in Brooklyn's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-brook) Prospect Heights neighborhood. Dubbed the 'Sterling Place,' the project was concerned with updating the building's interior — the structure was erected in 1895, to accommodate the pressing modern sensibilities of today. While the architects attempted to preserve key features in the design that give a certain uniqueness to the house, the main concern was to create an [open-plan contemporary interior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oldnew) that is bright, balanced and well-organized. As a result, Light and Air Architecture outfits the apartment with [custom wooden cabinetry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gowanus-loft). Moreover, the division of spaces — kitchen, bathroom and living room, in particular, is based on a "volumetric formwork built from Baltic birch." Not only is this feature design-friendly but is also functional as it provides ample storage space. Photo Credits: [Kevin Kunstadt](http://www.kevinkunstadt.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Open-plan Interiors:** Creating open-plan contemporary interiors that are bright, balanced, and well-organized. - **Custom Wooden Cabinetry:** Outfitting apartments with custom wooden cabinetry for a design-friendly and functional living space. - **Volumetric Formwork:** Using volumetric formwork built from Baltic birch for division of spaces and ample storage in apartments. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Design:** Architecture firms can embrace the trend of open-plan interiors and custom wooden cabinetry to create modern and functional living spaces. - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Furniture manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for custom wooden cabinetry in apartments and homes. - **Woodworking and Carpentry:** Woodworking and carpentry businesses can explore the use of volumetric formwork built from Baltic birch for space division and storage solutions in various settings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Clever Townhouse Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/void-house.md) - [Bright Family Renovation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cobble-hill-townhouse.md) - [NYC Apartment Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brooklyn-loft.md) - [Ultra-Slick Modern Apartment Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-apartment-interior.md) - [Bright Urban Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-64.md) - [Industrial-Inspired Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glassbrick-apartment.md) - [Warm-Tonal Urban City Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/general-assembly.md) - [Smartly Designed Compact Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-apartments2.md) - [Contemporary Spacious Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crossfold-loft.md)