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Spacious Warehouse Homes

This Home is Inspired by Open-Plan Lofts of New York City

— December 17, 2015 — Art & Design
'181 Palmer' is an unusual Australian home that is inspired by the open-plan lofts found in New York City. While New York City is known for its cramped living quarters, the city is also home to many spacious loft-style homes. This Australian residence recreates the feeling of a loft-style apartment inside of an old warehouse.

181 Palmer is located inside a converted warehouse in Sydney’s Darlinghurst neighborhood. The home is 4,305 square-feet and features a unique open-plan layout. More specifically, the home is modeled after the open-plan lofts found in New York City, which means that multiple spaces are contained within one large room. In this case, the living room, dinning room and garage are all connected.

While the idea of living without interior walls may not appeal to everyone, the home is an oasis for those who are enthusiastic about having an open-concept home.
Trend Themes
1. Spacious Warehouse Homes - Recreating the feeling of a loft-style apartment inside of an old warehouse inspires new demand for spacious and contemporary living.
2. Open-plan Layout - Continuous, open-plan spaces that allow for flexibility and personalization in home design are on the rise.
3. Loft-style Living - Loft-style living, once exclusive to urban centers like New York City, will inspire more innovative and unique home design.
Industry Implications
1. Real Estate - Real estate developers and agents should look for creative ways to redevelop commercial properties to demonstrate that industrial spaces can be unique and luxurious private homes.
2. Furniture and Decor - Furniture and decor industries will increasingly focus on open-concept design, multi-functional pieces, and collaborative spaces to cater to the rise in open-plan living styles.
3. Architecture and Design - Architects and designers will increasingly incorporate industrial-style elements into their contemporary designs to offer a unique and modern living experience.
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