Interior design and redevelopment project of a compact one-bedroom + a kitchen apartment transformed into a modern, comfortable one-bedroom apartment.
With the new layout, the apartment features a spacious, thoughtfully designed kitchen-living area, an separate bedroom with access to a loggia, customizable scenario lighting, built-in furniture, and smart storage systems. Now, every single square meter enhances the quality of life for its young owner.
When every square meter counts, a well-considered layout becomes essential.
Our task was to transform a typical one-room with a kitchen apartment into a full-fledged (one-bedroom apartment) with a total area of 46 m² — featuring a spacious kitchen–living room, a separate bedroom, and a comfortable entry hall. This layout format allows a compact apartment to become significantly more convenient, comfortable, and contemporary.
The client immediately identified several problem areas of this typical rectangular layout:
We rethought the apartment layout almost from scratch. The partitions separating the kitchen, room, and corridor were dismantled, and the main interior partition was rotated at a 45-degree angle, resulting in two autonomous spaces, each with its own window.
Contemporary minimalism with functional clarity and subtle Scandinavian influences. Natural materials, a restrained color palette, and maximum efficiency from every square meter.
The interior feels cohesive thanks to a consistent approach to color and hidden details. The space is used to its maximum potential: the absence of unnecessary partitions is balanced by clear functional zoning achieved through furniture and lighting.
Color palette and materials
• Base: Neutral light grey and white walls expand the space, which is essential for a 46 m² apartment.
• Accent color: A deep emerald-teal shade. The TV wall, the built-in shelving unit, and the flush door in the hallway are all finished in this color.
• Warm nuances: Terracotta and brown accents (chairs, pillows, artwork details, and the entryway bench upholstery) add warmth and create a beautiful contrast with the backdrop.
• Textures: Light wood flooring and TV console fronts bring a touch of natural warmth to the space.
Design techniques and lighting
• Linear lighting: LED strip lights in the ceiling and wall recesses create soft evening illumination and emphasize the room’s geometry.
• Art accent: A large female portrait painting ties the overall color palette of the interior together.
• Rhythm: Vertical slats on the lower cabinetry fronts in the entryway and on the upper kitchen cabinets create a unified decorative rhythm.
• Mirrors: A narrow full-length mirror in the hallway with contour backlighting visually breaks up the wall surface and adds depth.
Kitchen–living area (19.4 m²)
• Kitchen set: A minimalist L-shaped recessed kitchen. Floor-to-ceiling upper cabinets with concealed handles visually blend with the walls. Built-in appliances (oven and microwave) are compactly housed in a tall appliance tower.
• Dining group: A light wood table paired with upholstered, round-back chairs. Three designer pendant lights of various shapes and heights, accented with copper details, anchor the center of the space.
• Living room: The back of the sofa acts as a natural boundary between the TV area and the dining zone. A floating TV console keeps the floor clear, leaving a tidy spot for a robot vacuum underneath. An open shelving unit at the end of the partition wall serves a triple purpose: a display for decor and books, a feature that adds individual character, and a clever way to screen the living room from the hallway.
• Seamless transition: The absence of a door between the hallway and the living room creates a single, open space.
• Flush-to-wall doors: The doors to the bathrooms or walk-in closet are finished in the wall color without casings (invisible doors). The bedroom door leading from the hallway is painted emerald green, completely blending with the partition wall.
• Niche & storage system: A built-in wardrobe and a recessed niche with a bench, coat hangers, and integrated lighting are organized near the entrance door.
• Mirror: A full-length mirror with contour backlighting expands the space. A floating key shelf is conveniently located near the entrance door.
The 11.9 m² bedroom is designed in a contemporary style with minimalist influences. The interior continues the overall concept of the apartment, combining functionality with expressive color accents.
Color scheme and finishes
• Deep Blue: The main accent is a dark blue walls at the head of the bed and in the vanity area, which adds depth to the space.
• Light Base: The remaining walls and ceiling are finished in white, expanding the small room and balancing the dark accent.
• Textiles: A combination of emerald green (bed upholstery and bedspread) and terracotta (decorative pillows, throw blanket, and pouf) is used.
Furniture and zoning
• Rest and Sleep Area: An upholstered bed with a vertical-channel tufted headboard takes center stage. A spacious storage compartment is hidden within the bed base. Next to it is a compact bedside table with tall, light-wood legs.
• Storage Systems: A floor-to-ceiling built-in wardrobe with sleek white fronts and integrated vertical wooden handles.
• Vanity Station: A space in the window niche features a floating light-wood tabletop, a floor-to-ceiling mirror, and an open shelving unit. A terracotta pouf serves as a vibrant pop of color.
Decor and lighting
• A French door to the loggia maximizes natural daylight.
• General lighting is provided by a surface-mounted ceiling fixture and recessed spotlights.
• Accent lighting includes a black wall sconce by the bed and hidden LED strip lighting in the ceiling recess.
• The window is dressed with minimalist Roman shades and dense, grey-beige drapes.
• Artwork in warm beige and brown tones completes the artistic look of the room.
Technical solutions
A split-system air conditioner is installed in the room.
The design of the separate bathroom and toilet continues the apartment’s overall aesthetic. The interior is built on the contrast between a light-toned base tile and rich, vibrant accents. Both spaces feel more spacious thanks to a clutter-free design, hidden backlighting, and a unified storage concept.
Bathroom (3.69 m²)
• Color Palette: The main wall and floor finish features large-format beige porcelain tiles with a soft stone texture. A deep navy blue acts as an accent, used for the cabinet fronts and open shelving.
• Plumbing & Fixtures: The room is equipped with a full-size bathtub with a screen and a modern chrome shower system. A washing machine is neatly tucked under the vanity countertop to save space.
• Furniture & Storage: Above the countertop, there is a vertical niche with open, illuminated shelves. A floating vanity unit is installed beneath the sink.
• Lighting & Mirrors: The centerpiece is a large round mirror with striking contour backlighting. Two cylindrical white-and-chrome pendant lights over the sink provide additional illumination.
Toilet (1.13 m²)
• Wall and floor finishes: The same light tile as in the bathroom is used for the walls and floor.
• Accent wall: The wall behind the toilet installation is finished in teal. The upper part of this wall is decorated with vertical ribbed panels.
• Functionality: Features a wall-hung toilet with a matte chrome flush button and a hygienic shower. A compact wall-hung mini-sink is neatly tucked into the corner. Space is provided on the floor for a pet litter box.
The loggia (3.08 m²) is designed as an extension of the living space. An outdoor air conditioning unit is mounted on the side wall above the window.
Authors:
Fedor Mironov
Natalia Streltsova
2024
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