Colours and curves dominate this vibrant apartment in Barcelona, which belongs to Francesca, a young and stylish Italian professional in the fashion industry.
After tearing down all non-structural walls, the designers from Colombo and Serboli Architecture (Casa) worked on the apartment’s visual anchor –- the element that informs the rest of the 699 sq ft space. This takes the form of a voluminous bespoke storage unit in the foyer.
Clad in deep-blue and light pink finishes, this floor-to-ceiling unit creates a grand doorway. The blue visually condenses the area, while the tall pink panels allow a transition before one steps into the larger and brighter open- plan living area. It also conceals a walk-in wardrobe (home to Francesca’s large collection of clothing and sports equipment) and an entrance to the master bedroom.
In the same vein is a coral, arc-shaped volume in the kitchen. While its eye-catching hue and large size catch the eye, this "container" also conceals. Swing open the coral door to reveal a pink-on-pink powder room, which features subway tiles and a pink terrazzo-like quartz surface. This feature enhance the great proportions of ancient spaces and transforms it into a vibrant flat," saus the desgners from Casa.
A pink terrazzo-like quartz surface, warm grey cabinetry, and vintage concave brass handles make up this chic kitchen.
The designers sourced the pink ceramic tiles from Ceramica Ribesalbes and sanitary fittings from Roca. A palette of light pinks and greys, combined with a curvilinear motif -- seen on the living room cornice, curved-edged kitchen island, and accent pieces like the fold sconce lamps by Casa - creates a light and restful ambience.
The master bedroom is accessed through a door that matches, in colour and size, the wardrobe door in the foyer.