An apartment that reflects the eclectic design scene of Berlin, is created in the Charlottenburg district, by sunostudio for a family from Greece.
In the Charlottenburg district of West Berlin, a typical historic “altbau” becomes the canvas for a unique design intervention tailored for a Greek couple who have made Berlin their home for the past decade and the nest of the future for their 2 beautiful kids.
This transformed domestic space exudes an eclectic ambiance, capturing the vibrant cultural and artistic influences of the German capital while honoring the couple’s Mediterranean roots.
The original layout has undergone subtle changes, relocating the kitchen to the spacious room adjacent to the living area. The living room and kitchen are now connected by an antique double-leaf door, and a small balcony provides an outdoor retreat to be enjoyed when the Berlin sun warms the city. Additionally, this solution adds a third bedroom, which serves as a second children’s bedroom.
A significant transformation involved the master bedroom and bathroom. A small walk-in closet has been added to the bedroom, while the bathroom area now includes a concealed compact laundry room behind a folding-sliding door.
The clients’ love for design has resulted in a delightful mix of different styles, reflecting the eclectic design scene of Berlin.
The modern, minimalist kitchen from the Danish brand Reform takes center stage, with Mediterranean influences showcased through its multicolored cabinets. The bathroom is a heartfelt ode to Berlin’s vintage art scene, with pink ceramic tiles by Ceramica Vogue, inspired by the aesthetics of the 1960s, blending harmoniously with contemporary elements to create an atmosphere infused with strong character.
The balcony evokes memories of the clients’ Mediterranean roots through the use of patterns and blue-toned Marazzi tiles, reminiscent of the colors and spaces of their homeland.
All the walls have been painted in a neutral-warm white shade by Farrow & Ball (Pointing No. 2003), allowing the apartment’s original elements, such as stuccos and doors, to retain their original white color and become decorative features. The herringbone parquet flooring offers a modern reinterpretation of the typical Berlin wooden floor, known as “Diele,” which traditionally consists of wide planks.
Facts & Credits
Title KAN36
Typology Interior, Renovation
Location Berlin, Germany
Status Completed, 2024
Architecture sunostudio | Giovanni Verde
Photography Carlo Oriente
Text by the authors
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