The renovation establishes a balance between the original materiality of the apartment and a new layer of living. Rather than concealing the existing structure, the design embraces it, revealing and reinterpreting what was already there. Exposed concrete ceilings and brick walls become defining elements of the interior, providing an authentic backdrop for the new interventions.

The original layout consisted of a series of separate rooms arranged around a central corridor. Through a complete reorganization of the plan, these spaces were transformed into an open living environment centred around a shared day zone that brings together the kitchen, dining area and lounge. At its heart sits a kitchen island, highlighted by a suspended light fixture, around which everyday life naturally unfolds. Instead of traditional room divisions, the apartment is defined by the relationships between functions, visual connections and intuitive movement through the space.

The new layer is formed by built-in elements that combine the kitchen, storage and technical functions and help organise the space. Their simple, precise design contrasts with the raw surfaces of the existing structure. The interior is not about decoration, but about the contrast between old and new, rough and refined.

Mirrored surfaces integrated into the furniture play an important role throughout the project. They are more than just boundaries — they shape how the space is perceived. Reflections open up views, make the interior feel larger and visually connect different areas of the apartment. As a result, the limits of the space become less fixed, giving it more depth and a sense of fluidity.

The material palette is based on the contrast between raw and refined surfaces. Exposed concrete and brickwork are complemented by oak veneer, stone, mirror and copper, whose warm tones bring softness and visual richness to the interior. Repeated copper details run through the apartment, linking the different elements and softening the original structure.

The result is an apartment that does not hide its construction, but works with it. The new interventions do not dominate the space; instead, they allow the character of the existing structure to emerge. The interior gains its identity through authenticity, openness and a quiet dialogue between the apartment’s original character and a contemporary way of living.