Studio HV8 Architettura undertook an ambitious renovation project of an 80-square-meter apartment in a 1920s building located a short distance from Bocconi University, taking inspiration from the energy and dynamism of Milan.
The architects were able to capture skilful suggestions from the original building and to explore new ideas of space and light, evoking past styles and creating a harmonious balance between the exterior and interior.
The perfect harmony between the white lacquered doors, whose frames echo the stylistic features of the Art Nouveau façade, and the herringbone parquet flooring, a great classic synonymous with “d’antan” refinement, is striking.
The apartment, originally dark and battered, is now enlivened by soft tones on the walls, such as gray and light blue, which help to create a bright and welcoming environment.
The kitchen and dining room form a single environment, warm and welcoming, but above all functional for the needs of the owner, who sees these areas as spaces dedicated to socializing.
The décor, with a lukewarm vintage flavor, evokes the style of the legendary 1950s, synonymous with style, rebirth and change. Curved, soft lines follow each other from the central chandelier to the chairs, from the table to the mirrors, from the sink to the specially matched faucets, creating a fascinating geometric continuum.
Another distinctive element of the design is the use of teal green in the bathroom, a color prized in 1950s fashion, calm and sophisticated, associated with elegance and harmony. This touch of color emphasizes the balance and essentiality of the forms, materials and colors used in the renovation.
Thanks to the intervention of HV8 Architecture, an anonymous and almost inconspicuous apartment has acquired an eclectic and creative character, transforming it into a relaxing and comfortable space, based on simplicity.
