Couple renovating family duplex to live with integration and modernity | Decoration
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The 313 m² duplex, in Vila Mariana, in São Paulo, underwent a complete transformation to have a more functional and integrated layout and serve the young couple with two young daughters. The family has always had affection for the apartment, as it was the owner’s parents’ home and where he lived for almost his entire life.
“They always knew that the property had a lot of potential due to its great size and location, as well as a great desire to change the entire configuration of the plant to modernize it”, says the architect Simone Saccabin front of the office Si Saccab Architecture & Interior Design (@si_saccab).
2 of 13 TV ROOM | Estudiobola’s spacious “Modular” sofa adds comfort to the space, which features works of art by artist Shu Lin, at Galeria Eduardo Fernandes. Punto e Filo rug — Photo: Evelyn Müller / DisclosureTV ROOM | Estudiobola’s spacious “Modular” sofa adds comfort to the space, which features works of art by artist Shu Lin, at Galeria Eduardo Fernandes. Punto e Filo rug — Photo: Evelyn Müller / Disclosure
As the building is old, it was necessary to redo the entire hydraulic part of the apartment, design a pressurization system to serve the upper floor, which had a major problem with lack of pressure, and also redo all the electrical part, since the load was not it would support all the equipment and appliances of the new residents.
Furthermore, it was necessary to demolish everything and build again, change the position of the stairs, redo the roofs and replace all the frames.
3 of 13 LIVING | After the renovation, the social area became integrated, with pillars and beams demarcating the spaces. The hanging “necklace” is from dpot Objetos — Photo: Evelyn Müller / DisclosureLIVING | After the renovation, the social area became integrated, with pillars and beams demarcating the spaces. The hanging “necklace” is from dpot Objetos — Photo: Evelyn Müller / Disclosure
The project was inspired by concepts of contemporary, functionality, integration, comfort and natural light, also based on a palette of neutral tones, with the use of wood, cement, leather and occasional touches of earthy tones. “It’s like being in a house on top of a building”, celebrates Simone.
4 of 13 KITCHEN | Tomie Otake’s work suspended on steel cables, leaning against the sunshades, surprises those who arrive at the apartment — Photo: Evelyn Müller / DisclosureKITCHEN | Tomie Otake’s work suspended on steel cables, leaning against the sunshades, surprises those who arrive at the apartment — Photo: Evelyn Müller / Disclosure
From the entrance hall, the apartment already surprises with the work of art by Tomie Otake suspended on the steel cables and leaning against the open element in the form of a brise, welcoming guests in an impressive way. The living, dining and home theater environments were integrated, with tones of nature and different textures.
5 of 13 BALCONY | The organic-shaped metal planter at Plaza Vasos houses the plants selected by Bia Abreu, responsible for landscaping — Photo: Evelyn Müller / DisclosureBALCONY | The organic-shaped metal planter at Plaza Vasos houses the plants selected by Bia Abreu, responsible for landscaping — Photo: Evelyn Müller / Disclosure
The gourmet area is a highlight of the project, as it is one of the most desired spaces by residents, barbecue and cooking fans. With a large porcelain countertop, barbecue, cooktop on the island counter, ice machine and brewer, the space was designed to accommodate eight stools around this central volume – an ideal area for socializing and cooking.
6 of 13 GOURMET AREA | The vinyl lining, made by AO Construtora, is the same as the living room to give an idea of continuity. The porcelain countertop seats eight people on the “Nômade” stools, by Fernando Jaeger Atelier — Photo: Evelyn Müller / DisclosureGOURMET AREA | The vinyl lining, made by AO Construtora, is the same as the living room to give an idea of continuity. The porcelain countertop seats eight people on the “Nômade” stools, by Fernando Jaeger Atelier — Photo: Evelyn Müller / Disclosure
7 of 13 BARBECUE | The barbecue was placed on the large porcelain countertop, the same material as the floor. Ortale Hood — Photo: Evelyn Müller / DisclosureBARBECUE | The barbecue was placed on the large porcelain countertop, the same material as the floor. Ortale Hood — Photo: Evelyn Müller / Disclosure
Visual continuity was reinforced by the use of the same vinyl lining as the living room, maintaining integration and creating an inviting environment to welcome friends and family.
8 of 13 KITCHEN | Continuation of the social area, the environment has the same vinyl lining, porcelain flooring, from Mais Revestimentos, in addition to tones and finishing textures. — Photo: Evelyn Müller / DisclosureKITCHEN | Continuation of the social area, the environment has the same vinyl lining, porcelain flooring, from Mais Revestimentos, in addition to tones and finishing textures. — Photo: Evelyn Müller / Disclosure
The kitchen was planned as an extension of the social area, with similar tones and textures to ensure visual continuity. The light gray cabinets and white countertop, in addition to the natural oak block, add a welcoming touch.
The lunch area, positioned in an integrated manner with the kitchen, with a table set into one of the pillars, serves as the main support for children’s meals and breakfast.
9 of 13 LADDER | The element gained a sculptural design, mixing the lightness of metalwork with the brutality of concrete, as well as a platform that serves as a bar. Next door, the room for everyday meals has a table set into the pillar and chairs by Fernando Jaeger Atelier — Photo: Evelyn Müller / DisclosureLADDER | The element gained a sculptural design, mixing the lightness of metalwork with the brutality of concrete, as well as a platform that serves as a bar. Next door, the room for everyday meals has a table set into the pillar and chairs by Fernando Jaeger Atelier — Photo: Evelyn Müller / Disclosure
A sculptural element in the environment, the staircase was designed mixing the lightness of metalwork with the brutality of concrete. Simone explains that the first flight (first five steps) was built of masonry and covered with cement texture, giving it that “raw” appearance.
10 of 13 DINING ROOM | Around the large table are chairs from Lider Interiores. “Moça” pendant lamps by André Ferri — Photo: Evelyn Müller / DisclosureDINING ROOM | Around the large table are chairs from Lider Interiores. “Moça” pendant lamps by André Ferri — Photo: Evelyn Müller / Disclosure
The fifth step is different from the first, creating a platform for the couple’s bar, where they collect fun pieces and whiskey bottles. The second flight contrasts with lighter metalwork.
“To make this ultra-thin bent sheet work, it needed to be anchored inside the wall, using a built-in concrete support beam”, he reports.
11 of 13 CHILDREN’S ROOM | Designed to be divided in the future, the space has wallpaper from the Things da Doris store and vinyl flooring from Pluripiso — Photo: Evelyn Müller / DisclosureCHILDREN’S ROOM | Designed to be divided in the future, the space has wallpaper from the Things da Doris store and vinyl flooring from Pluripiso — Photo: Evelyn Müller / Disclosure
The large children’s suite accommodates the two young daughters, which can be divided in the future when they grow up. In this way, two entrance doors to the room, two bathrooms, closets on both sides of the room, two air conditioners, separate lighting circuits were designed, so that in a few years only a drywall separation wall will be built and redone. the headboard wall of both bedrooms.
12 of 13 MASTER SUITE | The upholstered headboard, from Eurides Tapeçaria, makes a beautiful contrast with the slatted wooden panel, where Lumini wall lights were installed — Photo: Evelyn Müller / DisclosureMASTER SUITE | The upholstered headboard, from Eurides Tapeçaria, makes a beautiful contrast with the slatted wooden panel, where Lumini wall lights were installed — Photo: Evelyn Müller / Disclosure
The master suite offers the comfort and warmth desired by the couple, with neutral tones and different textures, such as the upholstered headboard in front of the slatted wooden panel.
13 of 13 MASTER BATHROOM | The space was transformed into a refuge, with an immersion bathroom, two showers and a garden. Tecnobanho crockery and metals — Photo: Evelyn Müller / DisclosureMASTER BATHROOM | The space was transformed into a refuge, with an immersion bathroom, two showers and a garden. Tecnobanho crockery and metals — Photo: Evelyn Müller / Disclosure
The master bath, considered a true refuge, has a large shower stall with two showers and a soaking tub, as well as an outdoor garden that brings a natural touch to the environment.
