Case Study: Architectural Abstraction in a Contemporary Home

Project Overview

This large-scale commission was created for a recently renovated early 1900s home with a contemporary industrial aesthetic. The clients, committed to incorporating local art, sought a piece that would complement their dark charcoal gray dining room wall.

Concept & Execution

After seeing my architectural abstractions in a gallery show, the clients selected a 60” x 36” horizontal composition inspired by the exterior beam structure of 875 N. Michigan Ave. The expanded format allowed for a deeper exploration of urban rhythms and structural beauty.

Material & Composition: Bold architectural lines in a monochromatic palette echo the home’s industrial-modern design.
Spatial Integration: The piece interacts with the space’s dark walls, white moldings, glass chandelier, and zinc countertops, creating a rich material dialogue.

Impact

Serves as a striking focal point, enhancing the dining room’s architectural character.
Reflects the clients’ passion for local art and their personal connection to the cities they’ve lived in.
Balances contemporary abstraction with the warmth of their home’s historic framework.

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