The architecture studio LasciaLaScia oversaw the renovation of a bright apartment in an elegant early 20th-century building in the heart of Milan, rebuilt in the 1950s. The project followed a conservative approach, respecting the original layout of the spaces and reworking them to adapt them to the contemporary needs of daily life.
The windowed bathroom was kept in its original position, but redistributed to accommodate a larger shower. The kitchen, on the other hand, was enlarged and opened to integrate with the space of a windowed hallway, creating a new perspective of light and breath for the entire apartment.
In the living room, for example, a valuable original cement floor was unearthed, unfortunately damaged in some areas. In order to preserve it, the entire floor had to be lifted and repositioned, with the work of integrating the missing pieces requiring an extensive search to find identical cement tiles.
The natural brightness of the apartment became the main theme of the color scheme, which was based on the use of intense colors for each room combined with an eclectic mix of custom-made furniture and reclaimed antiques, carefully selected to reflect the client’s taste and personality.
The entrance hall introduces a series of volumes rich in color and decorative details, where contrasts and precious materials coexist harmoniously. In the kitchen, the mustard velvet bench surrounds the black marble dining table, creating a convivial corner with a strong character.
The bathroom, a brass resin box, is striking for its black and brass finishes, while the arched shower fit perfectly into this playful context of shapes and materials, giving the bathroom a timeless elegance.
Finally, the bedroom is enveloped in a deep shade of blue that blends with the sophistication of the Lewis & Wood “Toile de Jouy” wallpaper used to cover the wardrobe, transforming the space into an intimate and refine corner.
The project signed by LasciaLaScia Studio represents a perfect balance between tradition and modernity, where attention to detail and respect for the history of the place are combined with innovation and contemporary comfort.