MOM, DAUGHTER, AND CYRIL

An apartment designed for a divorced lady starting a new chapter of life with her daughter.

These specific circumstances heavily influenced our conceptual approach to the space. The objective was to create a cozy, welcoming home for a family of two, while strictly adhering to the available budget. Right from the initial phase, we agreed on a clear strategy: to invest unconditionally into permanent spatial elements—such as the bathroom, flooring, balcony, and utility networks—while optimizing costs on furniture by utilizing modular IKEA systems. Despite incorporating ready-made furniture pieces, we achieved a soft, feminine interior layered with subtle details and unexpected features. One such detail defines the atmosphere of the child’s bedroom. We transformed the main wall into a metaphorical ice rink; applying a layer of plaster into which the young figure skater etched her own competition routine using a wooden stick, choreographed to her favorite music. As both mother and daughter dedicate all their leisure time to this sport, we wanted the physical space to directly reflect their lifestyle and passion.

Simplicity, functionality, and femininity—these core values guided our design from inception to completion. During our last post-occupancy visit, we discovered they had welcomed a third member to their home: a beautiful Labrador named Cyril greeted us at the door.