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International Finalist: Nicolas' Mini-Loft

Name: Nicolas' Mini Loft
Location: Lille, France
Size & Type: 630 sqft. 1-bdrm
Original Entry: Click Here

5-15smallluca.jpgWho was your favorite entry and why?

There are a lot of small entries that I really like, but my favorite is Luca's Surplus of Storage and Light. The furniture is great, I love the room divider (with a rotating tv - hidden : the best place), the brick and the white walls, and the finish seems to be of great quality.

 
 

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What's your next improvement?

I think the next big thing I'd like to change is the stairs. I'd like the steps to be fixed on the wall, to avoid the stringers.

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Really cool, i love the use of strong photography

posted by Reevo on May 15th 2008 at 7:52am
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I love the white paint on the old beams, and the general sense that you're walking around in a planar version of a cloud.

posted by Curtis on May 15th 2008 at 7:52am
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It was great to see more pics of this place. I love how the white really showcases the art. Speaking of, where is the photo of the woman from?

posted by jennifer in sf on May 15th 2008 at 8:03am
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this place is amazing, totally complete and well thought-out design. which, makes the wire hanger sculpture all the more unfortunate and out-of-place.

posted by amt230 on May 15th 2008 at 8:09am
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I know I've said it before, but this is beyond spectacular. This space isn't decorated; every inch of it is designed with purpose and clear vision. It might not be "warm" or "homey, " but who cares when you deal with something of this caliber. Pure perfection - I wouldn't change a thing.

posted by aneta on May 15th 2008 at 8:13am
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Thank you Nicholas, i'm glad you liked my apartment.
I love yours...Great art everywhere.
Who is the artist of the back-lit painting above the wooden console (shown in the picture after the bathroom)?

posted by lucandri on May 15th 2008 at 8:14am
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I can't get enough of this space!! LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE

I've never felt such lust for a shower stall before. Those tiles! Sigh...

(And it absolutely feels "warm" and "lived in" to me.)

posted by Anna at D16 on May 15th 2008 at 8:28am
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beautiful, serene minimalism... perfection!

posted by jeffnyc on May 15th 2008 at 8:50am
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Just lovely!

posted by Henrietta the Terrible on May 15th 2008 at 9:16am
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I think its an amazing looking space, but I never really saw an area where you can relax. You know, plop down on something comfortable and read a book, watch TV, etc. Also would have liked to have seen more of the kitchen.

posted by tallguylehigh on May 15th 2008 at 9:19am
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I like this a lot more than the first time around, as it shows a few more personal touches than before, but it's still a bit cold for my liking. What you've done with the physical space is gorgeous, though, and airiness(?) is perfect for the sleeping area.

posted by trygve on May 15th 2008 at 9:30am
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it's an amazing home.
i seriously cannot comprehend having such few things though! lol. i have so much *stuff*.

posted by terka27 on May 15th 2008 at 9:43am
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jennifer in sf:

that is vintage Jane Fonda. forget which movie.

posted by mschatelaine on May 15th 2008 at 11:02am
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Gorgeous space, seems more like a gallery space than a home--it's my home in a parallel, uncluttered universe.

posted by jen_g on May 15th 2008 at 12:36pm
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Gorgeous bathroom wall tile! Great upstairs flooring integrated into the support surface. I love the danger of no railings - it's funny how no one seems to be complaining about it here.

One question though - can you do seated dining? I like the space, but for being as attractive as it is, it's hard to imagine having six or eight friends over to hang out for dinner. Unless there are a stack of folding chairs hanging in the wine cellar to line up around a cleaned off office table...

This is my favorite entry which is funny because it satisfies none of my priorities - simple constant cooking and serving dinners to 8-10 people. Vive la différence!

posted by Easyenough on May 15th 2008 at 1:05pm
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My favorite of all the entries. I just love this space. It reminds me that we don't need a lot of stuff in our lives. Great job!

posted by Deb on May 15th 2008 at 1:14pm
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Small and cool. This is what the contest should be about.

posted by particlebored on May 15th 2008 at 1:53pm
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Not my sort of space. But I love the hanging art with the wire hangers- that is genius.

posted by Trumystique on May 15th 2008 at 2:02pm
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Hello everyone, thanks for your comments!
Jennifer : the photo is by Jacques Olivar (you can check the site 'lumas.com'). The woman is not Jane Fonda, but really looks like her!
Luca : the work over the credenza is from two french artists working in Brussels, I can give you more information if you're interested... It's made of 750 backlit little mirrors.
Easyenough : I can have up to six friends for dinner, I have a few vintage unmatched chairs in the cellar for the occasion!
And for the tallguy, the couch is very confortable :-)

Nicolas.

posted by nicolas on May 16th 2008 at 7:56am
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I'm interested in the art from Brussels. Can you give more info?

posted by mamaR on May 16th 2008 at 4:23pm
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I haven't seen most of the entries yet. I'm thrilled that a place this minimalistic won! It's very strong.

posted by charlenemcbride on May 16th 2008 at 5:59pm
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Nicolas,
I would love to know more about the two French artists working in Brussels.
Would you mind emailing me at luca@lucaandrisanidesign.com?

thank you

posted by lucandri on May 18th 2008 at 12:48pm
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can anyone tell me more about the chair in the bedroom area? i'm in love.

posted by misaacg on May 24th 2008 at 6:02pm
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This Modern bedroom is my drean bedroom.

posted by rafaelmontilla on July 11th 2008 at 12:20pm
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