In the home: A life well collected 

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“In a space with 18-foot ceilings, a standard piece of millwork can feel undersized,” says Campacci. 

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Instead, the design spans the full length of the room, with upper shelving aligned to the mezzanine above. A gallery wall extends the composition upward, drawing attention toward the lofty ceiling and maximizing the home’s vertical dimension. 

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Integrated lighting adds another layer of atmosphere. As evening settles in, shelves glow softly, transforming everyday souvenirs into miniature works of art. Not every item earned a permanent place on display. 

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“Editing is part of the design process,” says Campacci. “The home needed room to evolve as the collection grows.” 

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While the millwork wall anchors the living area, another intervention dramatically reshaped the loft’s character. 

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The original kitchen was capped by a dropped ceiling that concealed much of the building’s industrial framework. Removing it revealed open-web steel joists, instantly restoring a sense of volume and authenticity. 

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“Opening the kitchen ceiling changed everything,” says Campacci. “It brought back the light, height and history that had been hidden.” 

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The newly exposed structure provided the perfect backdrop for a more adventurous palette. Mint-green tile, warm wood cabinetry and softly glowing orange pendants introduce colour in a way that feels playful yet refined. 

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Elsewhere, colour is used with restraint. A cool grey concrete-look luxury vinyl tile floor creates a calm backdrop that allows furnishings, artwork and architectural details to shine. Walnut accents appear throughout, establishing continuity from one area to the next. 

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Campacci and his team use thoughtful curation to display the client’s treasures throughout the loft. Photo by Riley Snelling and Vinh Le

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One particularly memorable vignette features an aqua lounge chair resting atop a puddle-shaped rug. Set against the loft’s dramatic scale, the arrangement feels almost sculptural. 

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That same sense of humour surfaces in smaller gestures. In the ensuite, exposed mechanical pipes were painted blue, transforming a utilitarian necessity into an unexpected design moment.

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Details like this help explain why the home feels so distinct from traditional industrial interiors. 

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For years, loft living was often associated with a predictable palette of concrete, steel and minimalism. Increasingly, homeowners are seeking spaces that feel more expressive and individual. 

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“People choose lofts for the light, the history and the volume,” says Campacci. “What they’re looking for now is a home that reflects who they are.” 

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That desire is evident throughout this residence. No single room defines it, and no standout feature tells the entire story. Instead, its character emerges through layers of thoughtful design, meaningful objects and memories gathered over time. 

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Like the souvenirs displayed throughout the space, every element carries a sense of history. Together, they create a home that feels collected rather than decorated, personal rather than prescribed, and perfectly suited to the people who continue to add new chapters to its story. 

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