This apartment wasn't a recent purchase—the family had lived here for fifteen years. But the interiors were long overdue for a radical overhaul.
The owner and her teenage son set out to reorganize the space for harmonious cohabitation: quiet corners for solitude, plus common areas for relaxation and hosting friends.
In the end, the private quarters were successfully separated from the living area, and the main objective was met: creating convenient, spacious storage systems while making rational use of the existing square footage.
The design style was arrived at through a creative process of mixing and matching—an effort to honor the aesthetic preferences of two generations. Thus, the contemporary framework is infused with mid-century pieces defined by their recognizable forms, classically paneled doors, and gilded, mirrored accents straight out of the Art Deco playbook.
The color palette was built on contrast—calm, neutral foundations punctuated by vibrant accents. Natural materials anchor the scheme: stone, solid oak, and a nubuck-effect plaster. The result is an eclectic yet harmonious dialogue between eras.
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