Here's How to Turn a Mom-and-Pop Grocery Store Into an Unthinkably Cool Townhouse

The terrazzo-style concrete floor in the kitchen and the custom-designed range hood and banister painted in a muted green evokes a touch of vintage inspiration in the aged building. The round corners of the kitchen island and drawers are repeated on the staircase design.

By placing focus on materials, rather than embellishments, the firm created a space that is uncluttered. It's also delightfully interrupted with seemingly unruly green ivy and other plants, giving it a more lived-in ambience.

Coordinating light woods and linear lines allows the space to feel succinct. Besides the wood textures and white paint, the only colors are pink and green, two complimentary colors that can be found in other details throughout the spaces.

The entire downstairs living room area is private and cannot be seen from the street outside. The stairway ascends to more private areas of the home, including the family's bedrooms.

The rounded corner of the stairs and the curves of the staircase handrail lend the downstairs a whimsical quality, extended from the façade. The light wood, tan-colored curtains, and white walls make up a monochromatic composition.

Since hiding from the outside world wasn't a viable option, the firm got creative and created a transitional space downstairs. The viewable space is minimal and includes a desk area, lamp, and chair.

The firm worked to create a bathroom that is both minimal and warm. The only decorative elements are vertical lines and simple, geometric shapes.