My Houzz: A Five-storey house for a family of nine in New York

My Houzz: A Five-storey house for a family of nine in New York - A very dilapidated garage motorcycle on New York City Lower West Side seems an unlikely choice as a home for a husband -and-wife design team with, at the time, six children and another on the way, but it proved to be irresistible. "We drove by several times and knew it was the one for us, says Cortney Novogratz, half of the design duo The Novogratz.

She and her husband, Robert, have become known for their dismantling and-rebuild approach to building homes. While previous renovation projects always resulted torque to a spectacular new space, this is the first house they designed from the ground up, turning what was a garage two floors in a five-story tour de force, with roof terrace and the view.

Houzz at a Glance
Who lives here Robert and Cortney Novogratz and their seven children, Wolfgang, Bellamy, Tallulah, Breaker, Five, Holleder and Major
Location New York City
Size 5 bedrooms, 4½ bathrooms
This is interesting building home was the subject of an episode of 9 by design on Bravo.

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The 22ft house across the five city soars storey vertical exemplifying living at its best. Floor to ceiling windows on each level create a simplified front and open the house for expansive views of the Hudson River and New Jersey beyond. "For years we have renovated the old houses, turning them into something new, which is great, but we were really excited to build from the ground, said Cortney. They added three additional stages during the conversion of two garage floors. "It was difficult to build a new house with six children and another on the way, and it was a little scary to start from scratch, because we had never done before. However, that is what makes rewarding - we had our seventh child, and the house was just our baby, too, "she said. "While it was made of memories."

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A big plus for the property is the single garage, something notoriously difficult to find in Manhattan. "The motorcycle shop had the makings of a garage, and we could use for our cars," said Cortney. The garage and driveway occupy the entire ground floor, increasing the living areas well off the street level to give the privacy of the family and the isolation of the street noise. The British pop artist Richard Woods commanded torque to create an installation on the facade. The faux wood panels lend visual interest and good humor outside dose.

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In Hall input, patterns and finishes play off each other and set the tone for the rest of the house. Vienna Nero Bisazza mosaic floor has vintage appeal, while pendants globe mirror and ornamental wallpaper give a dash of opulence. Taking advantage of the length of the room, the couple installed a row of easily accessible coat hooks. For this busy family of nine, keeping organized is essential, and practical ideas like this help to minimize clutter

Suspensions :. Mirror Ball Tom Dixon, Y Lighting; wallpaper: Brooklyn Canvas, Flavor Paper

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main objective of the duo was to create a fully functional family home. "We always think of our children, says Cortney. "They needed a place to run around the city, putting the gym is quite obvious solution. It may be unusual, but it's better than having your kids skateboard through the kitchen! "While the court provides a place where the eldest son of the couple, Wolfgang, can hone his skills as a player of basketball, it also serves as a space entertainment. "We knew we needed to use the space efficiently so that it can work for all, says Cortney. It has become a go-to space for everything from watching movies on a retractable screen to host 40 dinner guests Thanksgiving. There was even a haunted house.

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Robert and Cortney run their business design, The Novogratz outside their home, so including a flexible work space was critical. The dining table acts as a conference table during the day, allowing the couple to be with their children and work together.

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Located at front of the house, the benefits of cooking a lot of light in the afternoon. Polished flat panel cabinets that reflects light and gives the room a modern industrial edge. An elevator was added to the rear of the space in 2014. Since the kitchen is the center of all daily activity, abundant storage is a must, as are easy to clean surfaces. Sticky fingers are bound to rush through the room countless times each day. Kid-friendly materials mean all the mess can be wiped with minimal effort

Cabinetry :. Boffi

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morning coffee in a cup of a new line created for Macy couple of sets the tone for the day.

Mug: The Novogratz Macy

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Known for their eclectic chic style, Robert and Cortney integrate multiple market items flea and antique shops in their designs. They found that Venetian glass chandelier in the French market and had shipped home, where he spent many years in storage. After determining that it would be out of reach of children, they hung in the kitchen, where they could enjoy it on a daily basis. "It's my favorite song, Cortney says. The couple conceived the art of typography in the kitchen to play off the chandelier and complement the bright palette for the room.

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white walls expansive throughout the house are the ideal setting for art of all kinds. A painting Francisco Larios adds a playful quality; the collection also includes favorite piece of Robert, a gilded gold frame with rotating digital images of Britney Spears. "We love the art of cultivation here and really enjoy supporting new artists, we find that might make a statement," says Cortney. "We are really exposed to new things quickly, so we have learned to integrate our love of old historical pieces that you see in our vintage collection, which is mixed with the incredible new parts we find.

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Throughout their home the couple chose details with an edge industrial. One of these unique detail is the glass door in the living room. Powered as an automatic garage door, the wall retracts from the ceiling with the push of a button. The door and all windows throughout the house were made with glass double glazed to keep the noise and avoid extreme temperatures. The sofa and ottoman were designed by Robert and Cortney for CB2. Fully modular, it comes in a variety of colors and can be configured in many different ways. With an additional tray on top, the ottoman can quickly pass additional seats at a table

sofa, ottoman :. Botao Sectional Pieces, CB2

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When retracted, the garage door opens the living room to the backyard, abolishing the boundaries between inside and outside. "It was our chance to do something really new and do everything distinctly ours, Cortney says. "It is the perfect blend of urban life with a relaxed atmosphere.

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In a corner back, 5-year-old Major tries his hand to knock a few musical notes. Creating Dutch photographer Erwin Olaf overlooks the vintage piano.

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With large proportions and complex sculpture, the ancient Indian bed frame is the centerpiece of the master bedroom. More artwork adorns the walls. This time, the artist whose work is exhibited is the couple's son Five, who created the black and white table beside the bed

side table: Console Parsons, West Elm; carpet: Diane von Furstenberg for The Rug Company

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Judgment of the master bedroom, the bathroom is a study in clean lines and contrasting textures. Emphasizing the space is a wall of mirrors that disappears in appearance while concealing a dressing room on the other side. To keep the room from being too minimalist, the couple ran the same floor zebra wood as found in the rest of the house here. Its dynamic grain imbues the space with rich natural elements, while the long curtains soften the edges around the window

For ages :. Swarovski

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the geometry of the vanity unit in the master bathroom opens up unique ways to arrange ornaments and jewelry. One-of-a-kind boxes and trays stand on their own together against white countertop and walls, creating a display of special parts.

basin, cabinets: Boffi

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Cortney brought this model back to Trancoso, Brazil, where the family has a vacation home. With other vessels, bowls and boxes, this painted lady shows a creative approach jewelry storage. "We buy things we like and find ways to make it work, she said. "It is not on the value of the piece; it is about how it makes you feel. Do not feel like you have to follow the rules of someone else. "

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room centerpiece of the master bathroom has an oversized freestanding bathtub. Its generous proportions are located just across the space, and if the couple bathe small children or take a relaxing bath, it is the place to be. Beyond the bathtub is an antique brass chandelier that Cortney reassigned to a rack for his collection of pearls. An original work of art by artist and friend Ann Carrington adorns the wall above the bathtub. Built buttons sewn on black velvet, the piece is his series Pearly Queens. The shimmering opalescent buttons catch the light from the window, adding a sense of pure luxury in this corner of the room.

Bath Boffi

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Bellamy and twin daughters Tallulah hold their own as the only girls in the bunch. During recent renovations included the installation of the lift, all the parts needed to be slightly reconfigured. "Our girls are older, so we were happy to bring something new and redecorating, Cortney says. Now, adolescence, girls have redone their rooms to reflect their growing sense of style and independence. Above Tallulah padded bed hangs a portrait of her childhood by Linda Mason. Even with two creators of parents, girls are free to influence what happens in their room. "It is definitely a collaboration, said Cortney. "All our children bring their own artistry in their spaces. After all, we want their spaces to reflect them, too "

Mattress :. Pondicherry Bed in Celery Jaipur, Serena & Lily

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outside the bathroom for girls is a chair painted vintage that plays on the fine art prints by Steve Miller above. The edgy images are X-rays of Chanel and Louis Vuitton handbags.

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youngest the couple's son, Major, is the only Novogratz with her own room. Although only 5, the couple resisted go the traditional way of decorating theme. Instead, the pieces were carefully considered to create an environment that can meet this Major and grow with the future. Striped carpet is associated with a bright red side table and an oversized pendant lamp to create a stimulating environment without overloading the
space
Rug :. Stockholm, Ikea; Photo portrait of Major Catherine Hall

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There is a mixture of high and low throughout the house Novogratz, especially in children's rooms. The parts that balance between value and style are key to the successful look of the space. With a large floor space covered with cheap carpet to play on, Major has the room it needs to explore and experiment. The couple also believes in storage that makes it easy for small to keep things in order, such as red Ikea PS locker room.

pendant light: Gossamer Pendant, Material in New York

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Holleder and five, 9 twin boys the couple, sharing a room, like four other children. "We knew we wanted our children to share rooms, which was a huge element of design," says Cortney. "We think it is important that they learn to work with others, so that even our boys share a large bathroom dormitory style." To keep the center of the open room, Robert and Cortney placed boys beds toe to toe along a wall. In true fashion Novogratz, bed frames are cheap ones from Ikea that have been updated with custom upholstery.

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has the opposite end of the twins' room is the work area. The table was custom made for the time that some of the children were home-schooled, he needed to be a good size with plenty of space to spread out. Above the workspace is a portrait of Michael Jordan by Ann Carrington built from layer upon layer of old cut basketballs. Closed storage is kept to a minimum, even in the boys' room. To avoid clutter, objects are given when they lost their usefulness. "We hate clutter, Cortney says. "We have no problem to get rid of anything. It's just stuff.

Learn to create the perfect space to study

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A drum set is the center of Wolfgang and the circuit breaker chamber.

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Space Wolfgang and working in the breaker room is divided by shelves that can be accessed from each side, creating a study space for each staff. The piano that separates the two areas and the drum assembly, gives Breaker, the musician of the family, a creative place right at his fingertips.

Bookshelves: Expedit Ikea

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While the front of the house is designed to enjoy the seaside scenery, it is the roof terrace which really celebrates the view. Located six stories above the street, it gives the family a clear, unobstructed view in New Jersey. To soften the urban landscape, the designers planted a garden containing shrubs, flowers and trees. The seat is held by informal use of woven rattan chairs and section pieces. Brown, gray and blue stripes evoke a nautical feel in the heart of the city

rattan chairs :. Sophia Silver Dining Chair by Jannis Ellenberger for CB2

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The corner sofa is large and comfortable, ideal for socializing or catching some quiet time in the sun. The exterior walls are covered with wooden panels, which adds to the relaxed atmosphere.

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adding the kitchenette on the roof patio transformed into a fully functional entertainment space. The retractable awning provides shade on hot days and can be opened to the parties under the stars. "We like a lot of people over the day, and holiday family gatherings and parties with friends, said Cortney. With Robert and Cortney from the South (Virginia and Georgia respectively), they like to open their home to those around them, and that was a primary objective in the design of their home. "We still believe that the most important thing in your home is that you share with those, 'Cortney said," so we like to keep our southern hospitality and are always welcome guests in our house. "

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spent the kitchenette is the rear area of ​​the roof, where a hot tub classical style lodge is a pleasant surprise seats. The fake cover fence surrounding three sides of the rear patio offers some privacy.

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Robert and Cortney seem to be the secret of the success of the other. "We share the same aesthetic design and trust each other completely, says Cortney. "Since we are two different people, sometimes we have two different visions, but if any of us, so we both fail. We lead such a busy lifestyle that we take on the adage "divide and rule"

Left to left: .. Wolfgang, Holleder, Tallulah, Breaker, Robert, Five, Major, Cortney and Bellamy
Photo by Chad Davis

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