52 DIGS.NET
| 8.20.2021
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P R O F I L E | O W I U
WANTED TO create a calm, nearly sacred space that
felt comfortable and homey, yet sparks inspiration and
creativity," describes Amanda Gunawan, cofounding
principal of OWIU.
Housed in the Biscuit Company Lofts building —
which was erected in 1925 as the West Coast headquarters of
the National Biscuit Company (Nabisco) — in Los Angeles' Arts
District, the 1,620-square-foot loft space was initially trans-
formed into a two-bedroom apartment. Asian design principles
and industrial L.A. references were combined with the objective
of inspiring a mindful lifestyle.
"Loft spaces can often seem cluttered, so one of our main goals
was to avoid a chaotic or disorderly scheme," says Gunawan.
"Additionally, despite the expansive volume, we wanted to create
a [cozy] environment for comfortable and practical everyday use,
one that inspires a thoughtful daily routine."
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