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The American home Four51 Penthouse combines timeless elements with personal details. The interior is a fusion of the client's demand for a minimalist, austere home and the historical context of the site. The architectural firm Hacin + Associates accepted the challenge and created a beautiful penthouse.
Four51 Penthouse is a duplex house designed by Hacin + Associates in Massachusetts. The house is located in the Black Bay, a historic neighbourhood in Boston. The clients, a couple, wanted a design with distinctive simplicity that stands out without overshadowing the old Victorian houses in the neighbourhood.
Hacin + Associates creates an atmosphere that balances cosiness and sophistication.
Luxury is also an unmistakable element in Four51 Penthouse. The house is surrounded by terraces giving the resident a 360° view of the Boston skyline. Minimalistic, luxurious materials and works of art are integrated to make the whole project timeless and personal. Like the charcoal works of Blaise Rosenthal and landscapes by Sheila Gallagher. Both works of art are black and white which makes them a subtle addition without dominating the interior. The piece de résistance of the interior can be found in the atrium that is two storeys high. It is a light installation by Studio1Thousand. It hangs like an elegant curtain along the stairs and gives the connection between the ground floor and the first floor a magical atmosphere. 
The concept of Four51 Penthouse incorporates American industrial design and historical craftsmanship. This inspired the use of natural materials and textures in the form of woven carpets and clay walls. The bespoke metal staircase and the metal window frames are references to the customer's background in metalworking. Four51 Penthouse creates a luxurious experience through large windows, minimal style and a sleek finish. The architects also succeeded in adding personality and tranquillity to the house with the help of art and handmade details. This creates a fresh whole with an atmosphere that balances cosiness and sophistication. 
Photography: Bob O’Connor