Kehinde Wiley. OS Gemeos. Eddie Martinez. These are just a few of the incredible artists that are on display at Casa Maxima, the newest addition to the Cocoon family. One of the most remarkably designed and curated homes that we’ve come across, Maxima is a piece of art in itself. Glorious pink venetian-plastered walls, stunning gold-foiled columns, alluring selections of wallpaper, and glamorous touches of velvet and leather throughout the space come together to present a one-of-a-kind home that also doubles as an art gallery.
View of the foyer looking towards the entrance.
A Kehinde Wiley piece adorning the hallway.
The Vision
Does anything come to mind when you see the bright pink walls at Casa Maxima? If you’re thinking of the renowned Palazzo Chupi that fearlessly stands out in Manhattan’s West Village skyline, there’s a good reason for it! An architectural icon with a celebrity-studded residential roster, the bold pink exteriors of Palazzo Chupi by Julian Schnapel was a huge inspiration to the owners of Maxima when they were gathering ideas for the renovation. Working with their designer, Maria Berman, and moving from one room to the next, the owners of Maxima completed their own masterpiece.
THE LIVING ROOM: the heart and center of the home.
The Space
Originally built in 1920 for a printing factory, the building features an industrial structure with unusually thick floors meant to hold extremely heavy equipment, as well as high ceilings and large paned windows. Because of this foundation, Casa Maxima lends itself well to activities like productions that require easy freight access and exceptional sound-proofing. After being converted to a residential building in 1999, Maxima has been the backdrop to many holidays and dinner parties. Fun Fact – the building itself is also famously home to Jay-Z and Beyonce!
THE FAMILY ROOM: a bright, circular sofa as the centerpiece for game nights, movie viewings, and gatherings.
The Name – Casa Maxima
The first words that come to mind as you step into Casa Maxima are probably going to be along the lines of – glamorous, luxurious, extravagance, and eccentricity. The materials, the colors, and the decor all effortlessly come together to create this sense of glamour while still maintaining the feeling of coziness and intimacy. “Maxima” means greatest in many Latin-based languages and expresses that maximalist and grand presence of the home.
We invite you to experience this grandeur and spectacle and take the time to really absorb all the fine details and artistry that are integrated throughout this magnificent space.
Entry to the Living Room from the foyer.
What’s Next?
Onto another spectacular project – “We are renovating a Lloyd Wright home we bought in LA, it was built in 1950 and has been barely touched so we want to retain as much as we can while updating it with modern conveniences.”
The team at Cocoon is excited to see the completion of yet another incredible home.
Neighborhood Gems
We asked the owners of Casa Maxima for some recommendations in their neighborhood, and they shared some of these NYC classics.
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THE LIVING ROOM: Art-lined walls, gold columns, and art-deco furniture fill this open space with intrigue and a strong sense of warmth.
THE LIVING ROOM: A white grand piano stands, complementing the eccentric art pieces that fill the room.
THE DINING ROOM: Bridging the open area between the Kitchen and the main Living Room, the Dining area has its own moment under a crystal chandelier.
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THE KITCHEN: Playfully contrasting the bright pink walls in the rest of the home, the Kitchen showcases teal cabinets throughout with stainless steel finishes and dark granite countertops. The paned glass lining the space above the sink opens up to create connectivity to the Dining Room and Living Room areas.
THE PRIMARY BEDROOM: A perfect blend of luxe patterns and materials, the Primary Bedroom exudes the ultimate feeling of glamor. Gold and black accents paired with velvet touches throughout are perfect complements to the elegant wallpaper in the background.
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THE PRIMARY BATHROOM: A moody and sensational space with exquisite black marbling throughout and rich bronze accents.
