A New York loft is something like living in a shophouse here in Singapore. Both are prevalent historic building types that are now very much part of the built identity of the cities. Traditionally, a loft is an apartment within a building once used for industrial or commercial purposes that have been converted into a living space. Back in the 50s and 60s, most aspiring musicians and artists in New York preferred to live in unused warehouses because it was cheaper. Being the creative people that they were, the open space allowed them to freely express their art form in their home – eventually creating the NYC Loft home design. Some of the usual elements you’ll find in an NYC Loft include high ceilings with exposed piping and beams, black steel window frames, and exposed brick walls. Inspired by references of New York lofts from movies (who hasn’t?), Benjamin and his wife (@bw.hm.casa) knew that that was the look they wanted...