A family home on the Amstel River, the Residential Nº631, feels miles away from the nearby city of Amsterdam, re-shaped by Framework Studio to emanate a sense of escapism. Working within the existing mold the Framework Studio has realized a place of retreat through raw materials and open, light-filled spaces. At no point does a piece of joinery or item of furniture feel gratuitous; everything has its rightful place. The material palette inspires occupants to let go of stress and escape into their physical environment.
The cement floors and stone bench tops are offset by warm oak and walnut tones on the ground floor. These wood tones are more prevalent on the first floor, manifesting in the floorboards and custom joinery. In the bathrooms, sloped white walls and travertine surfaces evoke a light, coastal feel – something Francesca reveals wasn’t unintentional. All the materials were carefully selected to summon this light feel, even the darker wood tones.