HOUSE /
Location
Via Toscana – Monza, Italy
Year
2021
Type
Residential
Surface Area
60 m²

Project Overview

The project transformed an inherited apartment, unused for 50 years, into a modern and functional space. It involved a complete renovation, redefining interior spaces, upgrading installations, and finishes to maximize the property’s market value for resale.

Design Challenges

  • Complete modernization of the apartment
  • Addition of a second bathroom
  • Creation of a bright open space
  • Maximization of market value for resale
  • Complete renewal of installations

Design Constraints

  • Low budget requirements
  • Limited surface area of 60 m²
  • Preservation of existing window openings
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Creative Solution

The project perfectly balances functionality and refinement, creating a welcoming and sophisticated atmosphere.

Bathroom and Service Areas:

  • Main bathroom with round bathtub, laundry unit (washer and dryer), bidet, and WC
  • Service bathroom with shower, small sink, and WC
  • Anteroom converted into a walk-in wardrobe for optimal space utilization

Night Zone:

  • Master and single bedrooms relocated to the east side
  • Rooms expanded using space from the old bathroom and hallway
  • Walk-in wardrobe created in the anteroom
  • All hinged doors replaced with sliding doors for better space efficiency

Layout Redesign:

  • Creation of a larger entrance with a functional partition wall
  • Demolition of the wall between the kitchen and dining room to create an open space
  • Optimization of spaces with new room configurations

Space Optimization:

  • A bright open space connected to an 8 m² balcony facing south-west
  • Enlarged entrance with a custom wardrobe and shoe rack
  • Diagonal flooring placement to enhance spatial perception

Materials & Palette Key Materials

Materials:

  • Medium oak-effect porcelain stoneware throughout the apartment
  • New flooring layered over the existing one
  • Modern materials for bathroom finishes

Color Palette:

  • White for walls
  • Desert sand for bathrooms
  • Silver for details
  • Natural wood tones
Custom Elements:

Designed to visually separate spaces while housing a wardrobe

Diagonal placement to enhance spatial perception

Lighting:

Optimal use of natural light through two French doors

Artificial lighting designed to highlight the open space

Specific light points for functional areas

Furnishing:

Integrated into the open space with functional layout

 Modern furniture with an integrated laundry unit in the main bathroom

Custom wardrobe and shoe rack

Technical Details:

  • Project Duration: 1 month

Provided Services:

  • Demolition and reconstruction of partition walls
  • Full renovation of installations
  • Installation of new flooring
  • Replacement of all window frames
  • Complete repainting

Achieved Results:

  • Full transformation from outdated to modern apartment
  • Creation of bright and functional open space
  • Addition of a second bathroom
  • Maximized property value for resale
  • Better space distribution with an open-space layout