WEST VILLAGE APARTMENT | New York, New York

Located at the edge of Jackson Square in the heart of New York City’s West Village, this 1929 pre-war cooperative apartment presented a rare opportunity to reimagine a historic interior while preserving its architectural soul. Politi Architecture was commissioned to renovate the approximately 800-square-foot one-bedroom residence, transforming it into a contemporary urban sanctuary that quietly bridges past and present.

The design approach is rooted in contextual restraint and clarity. Rather than imposing a new identity, the renovation amplifies the apartment’s relationship to its most defining assets, the expansive views and seasonal rhythms of Jackson Square. Through a careful orchestration of light, material, and proportion, the interior is conceived as an extension of the landscape beyond its windows, allowing the park to become an ever-present backdrop to daily life.

A neutral, luminous palette of white walls and natural wood flooring establishes visual continuity while maximizing daylight penetration throughout the space. Historic pre-war proportions are respected, yet subtly refined, resulting in interiors that feel both timeless and distinctly modern. Strategic sightlines and a disciplined material vocabulary dissolve visual boundaries, creating an open, airy environment that enhances spatial perception without increasing footprint.

Custom millwork and bespoke furnishings—hallmarks of Politi Architecture’s practice—play a central role in the project’s success. Each element is precisely tailored to the apartment’s scale and function, reinforcing the idea that architecture extends beyond walls to include furniture as integral infrastructure. Highlights include a stone-topped bathroom vanity, a built-in living-area workstation, and a custom kitchen credenza, each designed to balance minimalism, craftsmanship, and performance.

Sustainability is embedded through durability, longevity, and thoughtful material selection rather than overt gestures. By prioritizing timeless design, adaptive reuse, and high-quality detailing, the project demonstrates how small-scale residential architecture can achieve lasting value with minimal intervention.

The 2 Horatio Street Residence exemplifies Politi Architecture’s belief that great design is contextual, intentional, and quietly powerful—where architecture, landscape, and craft converge to elevate everyday living within the historic fabric of New York City.