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Photography by MARCELO DONADUSSI

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The project consists in a concept studio of 40m2 where we aimed to show how it is possible today to live with comfort, design and elegance in a compact space. Small apartments are a worldwide trend and it is gradually coming to Brazil, so we designed everything in detail in a minimalist and timeless language. Each different item found in the space is a surprise. The layout is based on the concept of full integration between the spaces, there are two multifunctional blocks lining the perimeter of the studio where the white block is composed of the kitchen, built in appliances, bench, barbecue, closets and the entrance to the apartment, defining the social area of the studio. We designed a 2m sofa opening to the two sides, having a comfortable living in one side and in the other it creates the dinning space supported with an oval marble dining table. Those are some of the strategies that we used as the apartment has just 40m2 and we aimed to create it functional and with an interesting layout. The wooden block sets the warmest area of the apartment, a more intimate space including wardrobe, bathroom and bedroom. The bathroom is all covered by the envelopment of natural wood plates. In this space was used that we call green MDF inside the plates, ensuring strength and protection for humid bathroom areas. The idea is combining compact spaces with quality and functionality and invest in the common areas of the projects. The words of the moment are integration and sharing. Architecture and design end up becoming strong tools to express the thought of our time and that is what we aimed to implement in this concept studio. Photography by Marcelo Donadussi

The owners of this duplex of 250 m² located in Porto Alegre contacted Ambidestro aiming to update their living room, dining room and toilet – before dated with a typical décor of the 80s as the place had become a passage area to the second floor. That was a real waste as the space could easily be used as a base to expose the couple´s artwork and the impressive collection of 300 blue dishes hostess. It was with this in mind that the architect João Pedro Crescente started designing.

“In the reform, the idea was to invest in minimalism and draw the attention of architectural elements to focus on works of art,” explains João. So the base is neutral:. Off-white walls, panel and natural oak furniture.

The works of art were spread across 43 m² social area, while more than 300 blue dishes, coming from all parts of the world were focused on a single wall of 5 meters long, on the bottom of the stairs. “We created a three-dimensional installation with supports of various sizes to superimpose the dishes. It was a good craftsmanship. “

To contrast this ancient air, the reform also provided a new staircase in helical format. Made with wooden plaque shaped spot and coated matte electrostatic painting, it looks like a real black sculpture, resembling a monolith.

Many pieces of furniture already in the apartment were restored. An example is the blue chair, which belonged to the resident´s mother. The rattan chairs and dining table were kept in the decoration, while some pending rectilinear lines give a modern touch to the dining area. “The result was a more timeless room,” he concludes. Area of passage, this great living became the favorite corner of the residents and their guests.

Photography: Marcelo Donadussi

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