Soft Brutalism in the Hamptons

In this renovated 1980’s East Hampton home, our friends at Office of Tangible Space blend form and function through custom furnishings with a postmodern flair. An extension of the architecture itself, soft curves and contours move throughout the home to create an organic oasis complete with artwork by Bo Kim, Fitzhugh Karol, Carla Weeks, and Paola Rodriguez Arias.

For the refurbishment of the 1980s property, Kelley Perumbeti and her partner Michael Yarinsky chose to double down on the postmodern application of pastiche iconographic signifiers. Much of this subtle but potent intervention was achieved through the introduction of custom furnishings on view throughout the home.

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In order to create an experience that was warm and inviting, a new language was introduced that we loosely termed 'soft brutalism'. Soft Brutalism might be defined as the use of strong, bold material and form while always referencing the approachability, scale, and tactility of human interactions.

Michael Yarinsky and Kelley Perumbeti, Office of Tangible Space

The design of custom furnishings and millwork like a wooden dining table, living room shelving, headboards and handrails are meant to feel grand and heavy, but also organic enough to encourage human touch. The curves ask to be handled.

Michael Yarinsky and Kelley Perumbeti, Office of Tangible Space

Photos by Charlie Schuck