The patio is reminiscent of an old cloister and is one of the most special areas of the house. When planning the reform, the interior designers took into account every detail, with a long-term vision, creating bright, well-connected, functional spaces with differentiated areas for adults and children. Most of the rooms have access to the outside, where there is a patio reminiscent of an old cloister, and which enjoys great privacy.
Located in the coveted district of Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, in Barcelona, this apartment had to undergo a comprehensive reform to become the modern family home that it is today. And it is that when its owners acquired it, the apartment was not habitable, it had seven rooms, it was full of partitions and it was very dark. The objective of the reform: to create open spaces and give it a timeless decoration.
The whole work was a challenge, we worked with the volumetry and the height of the ceilings trying to overcome the problems with the walls that could not be eliminated. The result has been spectacular, since from the same hall, after opening a sliding door, one has a panoramic view of the daytime area.
1- Hallway with custom designed backlit white shelving
It was decided to paint the walls in a sand tone, more welcoming than white, and they played with materials, fabrics and light colors to achieve a warmer atmosphere.
The feeling of spaciousness was achieved by eliminating the partitions and creating highly studied custom furniture, such as a large backlit work bookcase in the same color as the wall. This has made it possible to satisfy the storage needs of the owners, being perfectly integrated into the environment and without losing visual space.
2- White backlit custom designed bookshelf
In the lower area there are crockery, tablecloths, linens … The upper shelves with symmetrical holes that have been used to place books and ornaments, among which are original paintings by the painter Jordi Alumá or two very unique old figures in blue enameled brass. Earth.
3- Hallway with custom designed backlit white shelving
As a curiosity and due to the owner’s passion for the seventh art, there are several original collectible pieces such as a composition signed by master John Williams, a photo signed by Pierce Brosnan and Salma Hayek and two carnival masks autographed by the original artist of a scene from the movie Eyes Wide Shut, starring Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman.
4- Children’s room with desk
Next to the entrance area of the apartment, there are the two children’s rooms. The objective was to create a sense of order, that there would be space to store toys and a study area, so they were furnished with very complete built-in wardrobes that reach the ceiling.
5- Bathroom with suspended white cabinet and wooden countertop
The built-in mixer, the washbasin and the wall-hung WC model Connect Space are from Ideal Standard. The sand-colored porcelain wall tile is from Living Design.
6- Bathroom with shower in sand color
The bathroom, which is located between the two rooms, is designed for the little ones in the house and breathes a very clean aesthetic. A suspended cabinet with two integrated drawers without handles, a matte oak top and a custom backlit mirror was chosen, all designed by Decosan.
7- VERY FUNCTIONAL SPACES IN THE LIVING-DINING ROOM
The interior designers met the objective of combining design and functionality. The living room, dining room and kitchen are connected and the three rooms have access to the patio through a huge window with KA tan linen curtains, to enjoy the natural light.
8- Living room with integrated dining room and kitchen
The decoration of the living room is warm and the whole room has a double lighting: direct with spotlights and recessed and backlit perimeter, managing to enhance the feeling of calm. It is dominated by a stone-colored chaise longue sofa, a natural fiber rug, and a two-door antique showcase where glassware and crockery are kept.
9- Alfred Hitchcock figurine and wooden display case
10- Industrial console and paneled mirror
11- Dining room with wooden table and transparent chairs
The dining room is located between the living room and the kitchen. The oak wood extendable table with an iron central base is from Mobili Fever and provides an industrial look that is completed with the iconic Louis Ghost model chairs from Kartell.
12- New York’s Painting
A painting from the New York collection of the painter Toni Borrell placed on the table, shares all the protagonism.
dining room with wooden table and transparent chairs
13- Kitchen blends with the House
The kitchen blends in with the rest of the house, forming a whole and unifying the environments. The furniture is elegant kitchen design Rekker, collection Rekto , finishing with Phoenix , the most modern and technological Brand: Extra matte, antihuellas and retrievable against bumps and scratches.
Without fear of dark colors, he opted to combine the slate tone with mink, adding a lot of personality to the project.
kitchen with peninsula integrated into the living room
During the course of the work, one of the problems that arose was finding a support beam on the kitchen floor that was impossible to do without. The best solution was to elevate the area with a small step and at the same time give it a privileged position in the house.
14- Modern kitchen with peninsula and wine bar
The kitchen was planned with a large peninsula designed as a worktop, cooking area and bar for breakfast and lunch. An integrated wine cellar from the Caple brand was installed in the front, with a capacity for eighteen bottles.
To get a clearer view of the space and not lose height, the award-winning Novy Panorama 90 Pro induction hob was chosen, with an extractor hood that is hidden in the hob when the stove is not in use. Under the hob, a drawer with cooking utensils and drawers for casseroles that offer maximum convenience in daily use. The peninsula has its own lighting with four recessed spotlights and two IKEA ceiling lamps above the bar.
At the rear of the kitchen, the spectacular IKS model display case with backlit rear panels captures all the attention. It is made with satin black profiles. Its minimalist aesthetic is achieved thanks to the innovative HIDDEN hinges inserted into the structure of the cabinet and the door.
15- Modern kitchen lined with black marble
The water area is illuminated by Rekker’s distinctive continuous LED that machines the furniture together to incorporate a single, more aesthetic and homogeneous line of light.
Access to the suite is semi-hidden through a perfectly integrated (and concealed) door located in the side wall of the kitchen. We wanted to give this room warmth and comfort and it was achieved with custom-made cabinets and work furniture, following the color palette of the entire floor.
16- Bedroom with brick headboard and gray wardrobe
At the entrance to the suite, a large dressing area was designed with folding wardrobes and a dressing table with two drawers.
In front of the bed, a half-height shoe rack was manufactured.
The headboard, also made of work, lightens the space and gives the room a certain volume. In addition, it is used as a shelf to support pictures or books, being a practical decorative solution. It is completed with two wood-clad niches that are used as a bedside table.
The reading light points are LúZete chocolate brown wall lights. All the bedding in linen and natural tones is from Zara Home.
17- Bedroom with en-suite bathroom and sliding doors
Behind some sliding doors, which at first glance look like a closet, we find the bathroom, divided into three different spaces: sink, shower and toilet. The toilet and shower area are separated by translucent glass doors that allow light to pass through while providing privacy.
18- Modern bathroom lined with gray marble
The shower space is very special, since everything was done using the same coating as for the rest of the floor. A spectacular Ideal Standard showerhead that is suspended from the ceiling stands out, as well as indirect lighting. All this provides a feeling of relaxation and well-being in the shower so characteristic of CírculoCuadrado projects.
For the washbasin area, the owners chose an anthracite coating by Living Design and a wall-hung furniture by Decosan that gives prominence to the space. It has two XL drawers in olive green and a solid natural stone washbasin finished in Black Marquina. All the taps are recessed and in order to optimize space, we opted for a wall-hung toilet with a short projection, all from Ideal Standard. The recessed mechanism is hidden behind a low wall with a ledge, covered in the same finish as the walls.
19- AN OUTDOOR OASIS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE CITY
In the patio, an outdoor dining room with a large table and a barbecue make it possible to enjoy family and friends at any time of the year. A retractable awning protects from wind, sun and rain.
The reform intended that the patio was an extension of the interior. For this, all the floor tiles were unified, placing a single Moritz Camel porcelain floor, supplied by Baños Santamaría.
20- Small terrace with dining area lined with wooden planks
The entire perimeter is surrounded by greenery with terracotta pots and tall plants. The floor and wall are the same covering as the rest of the house, creating an extension of the living-dining room. In addition, it has direct access from the kitchen, being very comfortable to be able to enjoy meals outside. The space is completed with a custom-made wrought iron cabinet, with a matte black finish, which allows cleaning material to be stored.
