Studio MBM Transforms Historic Soho Loft into Modern Art Haven
Maurizio Bianchi Mattioli, heading Studio MBM, has revamped a historic 2,400-square-foot rooftop loft in Soho, New York. The 1903-built penthouse, boasting a 30-foot-long south-facing window, was carefully renovated to maintain its history while updating its layout.
Mattioli gathered a team, including interior designer John Smith and architect Laura Gomez, to handle the project. The open layout, favored by Josephine de Pfyffer, was reimagined through color, lighting, and architectural modifications. A cozy library and a glass-walled office were among the new features.
The loft now displays an emerging art collection, curated by Josephine, who has introduced artists like Gerasimos Floratos to Mitchell-Innes & Nash. The space includes a main bedroom, a guest bathroom, an entry foyer, a gallery wall, a dining area, and a kitchen. The latter features a marble kitchen island, designed to seem as if it's floating, addressing Alex de Pfyffer's concern about it looking too corporate.
The renovation, led by Studio MBM, has successfully preserved the historic window while rearranging the loft's layout. The resulting space is a harmonious blend of history and modernity, showcasing an expanding art collection and catering to the de Pfyffer's lifestyle.
