NYC Loft
From a distinctive setting to carefully chosen pieces, our homes say a lot about who we are. The Welcome Home series is our chance to ask inspiring people how they created a space they love.
Jobs in tech originally brought Michael Traverse, an HR business partner, and Darren Folk, a creative director, to NYC five years ago. But it’s the city’s energy that keeps them here. “The constant change keeps us inspired, even on the hundredth walk down a familiar street,” says Michael.
Their Chelsea apartment is as New York as it gets (exposed brick! Spiral iron staircase!). They switch in new art and accents whenever the mood strikes, relying on timeless furniture to provide a sense of cohesion.
