My help was needed for the complete renovation of this two-storey apartment when it was time for the owners to move from Brussels back to Finland. The apartment had been rented for a long time and some time had passed since the previous renovation. The entire apartment, including the bathrooms and fixtures, was renovated. The soundproofing problem in the bedrooms also had to be solved, as there was often some disturbing noise from the apartment above. The bedrooms got a lowered ceilings with enough wool between the old and new roofs to keep any noise out. The storage divides the nursery from the main bedroom and the mirror door creates an illusion of a wider and larger space. The carpenter made beautiful storage solutions to the narrow corridor and study. Prestigious white moldings made of solid wood, give posture to the spaces and create a beautiful contrast with the tinted walls.
The basement is built into a former garage. It includes kitchen, dining and utility areas. Stunning solid wood, black cabinetry was chosen for the kitchen. In the bathrooms, small space required careful planning. Beautiful sand-colored tiles and concealed piping make the premises not only easy to maintain, but also appear larger than they really are. The staircase was refreshed by smoothing and painting the steps white. The new sisal rug brings softness, ease of care and safety. I designed the solid railing curved so it would not be in front of the window like the former railing. The curved shape is repeated in the staircase wall as well as in the arched ceiling downstairs above the staircase.