DOWNTOWN LOFT – Asheville, NC

Built in 1885, the building is part of a contiguous row of two, three and four-story commercial buildings in the historic downtown district. We salvaged what we could, windows were reworked, structure was repaired. Eco-friendly icynene insulation was used and a sprinkler system was added. The owners wanted a minimalist, contemporary design. The old wood ceiling against the contemporary light fixtures and appliances, red fabric mechanical duct and fine cabinetry creates a dramatic juxtaposition. This project received a Griffin Award for Excellence in Preservation.