Spanish architecture studio NeuronaLab was tasked with renovating a studio loft in the Polblenou neighborhood in Barcelona, and the practice embraced a divided floorplan with a strikingly sculptural light blue staircase. The owner owned the unit for about 10 years and since his partner moved in during the pandemic, the couple needed to optimize the space a bit more. NeuronaLab was called in to create a two-bedroom apartment out of the single loft. As the Loft was already compact, the renovated living space needed to have storage, as well as "a separate, dedicated workspace."
The light blue staircase is surely a centerpiece in this renovation. It is both aesthetically interesting and functional. The piece elegantly contrasts with the wooden floor. It also acts as a divider for the apartment while also providing some storage solutions for the client and his partner.
Sculptural Light Blue Staircases
NeuronaLab Renovates a Former Studio Loft into a Two-Bedroom
Trend Themes
1. Sculptural Staircases - Innovation opportunity in architectural designs to incorporate strikingly sculptural elements such as staircases to enhance aesthetic appeal while also providing functionality
2. Compact Living Spaces - Growing demand for compact living spaces in urban areas creates an opportunity for architects and designers to innovate and create efficient and functional spaces
3. Workspace Design - Innovation opportunity for workspace designs to be integrated into living spaces, creating a seamless work-life balance
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Opportunities for architects to innovate with sculptural designs, compact living spaces, and workspace integration
2. Real Estate - As the demand for compact living spaces increases, there is an opportunity for real estate professionals to offer unique and functional renovated living spaces
3. Furniture Design - Opportunities for furniture designers to create functional pieces that serve multiple purposes in compact living spaces