An apartment with more than 40 years of history and a series of changes necessary for an adaptation capable of increasing the comfort and sensations of new ways of living. This was the scenario that architect Patricia Miranda, heading the Raízes Arquitetos office, received from her clients: a couple with three children.
With 188 m², the property did not fit into the family’s contemporary living standards. “With a layout closely aligned with the interior architecture of the time, the property had a large compartmentalization of rooms and, therefore, we worked not only on eliminating walls, which resulted in a major reconfiguration, but also on the relocation of some spaces”, remembers the professional.
Before the renovation, the dining room was completely segregated and was placed between the kitchen and the living room. “This change fulfilled the dream shared by the residents, which was to enjoy the closeness between the family on a daily basis and, at the same time, on the occasions when they receive their guests. We gave them the option of integrating or separating the spaces, depending on their wishes”, shares Patricia.
This more modern proposal is perceived from the entrance with the notable pivoting door, a system marked by imposing aesthetics and the absence of traditional hinges. Although compact, the entrance hall welcomes functionality with hangers for personal items and a storage bench for shoes.
In the living room, the simplicity is clearly perceived with the combination of the spacious sofa, the armchairs and the two swings, which are true favorites of both children and adults. To incorporate them into the room’s decor, she evaluated requirements ranging from the most suitable rope and the shape of the seat – essential criteria for comfort during use. “And their position was not by chance, since with this location they both serve as extra seats in the room and allow a privileged view of the landscape”, she emphasizes.
In a ‘cat jump’ strategy, architect Patricia Miranda allowed the family great freedom in using the social area. If you want to separate the kitchen and home office from the living room, no problem: just close the MDF panel with its discreet hidden doors. In the multifunctionality of the TV room with home office, the workbench for the couple was placed right next to the window to receive natural light and, for leisure moments, the niched bookcase and sofa are inviting for residents to enjoy while watch their favorite programs.
In the dining room, the project exalts the art of combining the past with the present in an ode to affective memory: the interior decor created by Patricia Miranda highlighted the authenticity of the china cabinet and the wall clock, two relics inherited by the couple.
In the pantry and kitchen, the office’s approach consisted of introducing the joy of colors, starting with the predominantly blue joinery and touches of wood evident in the coffee niche, the drawers of the sink bench and the Lamtec island – a Spanish material and ultra-resistant to heat and cutting food with a knife, without the need for a support board – and the table that formed the pantry space.
But these are not the only points to be highlighted: if one cooktop is good, two are even better! With this division, the gas model with a hood is intended for cooking general recipes, while the induction model was inserted for finishing or preparing dishes on special occasions.
In the main suite, a significant structural modification, as the room originally included a closet separated by a door. With its removal, the architect achieved breadth and circulation, as well as working on the application of materials that gave a current and cozy look, such as the brick that covered the entire wall facing the bed. At the request of the parents, in their daughter’s room the carpentry built a bunk bed that, at the bottom, hugged her bed, which already existed. A closet, study bench and a piece of furniture to accommodate toys preserved the childish atmosphere for the young girl who is in the process of growing up.
For the two boys, the bunk bed solved the problem of having a bed for each one. “Along with the carpentry, we focused on color, which made the room much more graceful, fun and ready for games”, says the professional. With lids, the benches serve as compartments for storing toys.
In addition to the toilet and bathroom for the couple, the apartment also has a bathroom in the social area. During the renovation, Patricia completely replaced the coverings, incorporating granite on the walls, porcelain tiles on the floor, a new shower stall and accessories.
An apartment with more than 40 years of history and a series of changes necessary for an adaptation capable of increasing the comfort and sensations of new ways of living. This was the scenario that architect Patricia Miranda, heading the Raízes Arquitetos office, received from her clients: a couple with three children.
With 188 m², the property did not fit into the family’s contemporary living standards. “With a layout closely aligned with the interior architecture of the time, the property had a large compartmentalization of rooms and, therefore, we worked not only on eliminating walls, which resulted in a major reconfiguration, but also on the relocation of some spaces”, remembers the professional.
Before the renovation, the dining room was completely segregated and was placed between the kitchen and the living room. “This change fulfilled the dream shared by the residents, which was to enjoy the closeness between the family on a daily basis and, at the same time, on the occasions when they receive their guests. We gave them the option of integrating or separating the spaces, depending on their wishes”, shares Patricia.
This more modern proposal is perceived from the entrance with the notable pivoting door, a system marked by imposing aesthetics and the absence of traditional hinges. Although compact, the entrance hall welcomes functionality with hangers for personal items and a storage bench for shoes.
In the living room, the simplicity is clearly perceived with the combination of the spacious sofa, the armchairs and the two swings, which are true favorites of both children and adults. To incorporate them into the room’s decor, she evaluated requirements ranging from the most suitable rope and the shape of the seat – essential criteria for comfort during use. “And their position was not by chance, since with this location they both serve as extra seats in the room and allow a privileged view of the landscape”, she emphasizes.
In a ‘cat jump’ strategy, architect Patricia Miranda allowed the family great freedom in using the social area. If you want to separate the kitchen and home office from the living room, no problem: just close the MDF panel with its discreet hidden doors. In the multifunctionality of the TV room with home office, the workbench for the couple was placed right next to the window to receive natural light and, for leisure moments, the niched bookcase and sofa are inviting for residents to enjoy while watch their favorite programs.
In the dining room, the project exalts the art of combining the past with the present in an ode to affective memory: the interior decor created by Patricia Miranda highlighted the authenticity of the china cabinet and the wall clock, two relics inherited by the couple.
In the pantry and kitchen, the office’s approach consisted of introducing the joy of colors, starting with the predominantly blue joinery and touches of wood evident in the coffee niche, the drawers of the sink bench and the Lamtec island – a Spanish material and ultra-resistant to heat and cutting food with a knife, without the need for a support board – and the table that formed the pantry space.
But these are not the only points to be highlighted: if one cooktop is good, two are even better! With this division, the gas model with a hood is intended for cooking general recipes, while the induction model was inserted for finishing or preparing dishes on special occasions.
In the main suite, a significant structural modification, as the room originally included a closet separated by a door. With its removal, the architect achieved breadth and circulation, as well as working on the application of materials that gave a current and cozy look, such as the brick that covered the entire wall facing the bed. At the request of the parents, in their daughter’s room the carpentry built a bunk bed that, at the bottom, hugged her bed, which already existed. A closet, study bench and a piece of furniture to accommodate toys preserved the childish atmosphere for the young girl who is in the process of growing up.
For the two boys, the bunk bed solved the problem of having a bed for each one. “Along with the carpentry, we focused on color, which made the room much more graceful, fun and ready for games”, says the professional. With lids, the benches serve as compartments for storing toys.
In addition to the toilet and bathroom for the couple, the apartment also has a bathroom in the social area. During the renovation, Patricia completely replaced the coverings, incorporating granite on the walls, porcelain tiles on the floor, a new shower stall and accessories.
