Alarquitectos Presents the São Sebastião 123 Apartment
Amy Duong — May 22, 2024 — Art & Design
References: alarquitectos.pt & dezeen
Portuguese design studio Alarquitectos presents a look at the new São Sebastião 123 apartment. It is defined by walls of pink and blue tones for a bright look. It was once a 20th-century office in Lisbon and is now converted to a modern living space. The team transformed the space which was dark and poorly ventilated into a more open space by taking down the existing partitions and adding a courtyard.
Co-founder of the studio, Mafalda Ambrósio tells Dezeen that "We envisioned the kitchen as a vibrant focal point, hence the striking colour of the kitchen box. We sought cool colours that contrast with the warm tones of the pine wood. This colour palette was inspired by the aggregates in the kitchen terrazzo, resulting in a deep blue with green pigments and a light pink."
Image Credit: Do mal o menos
Co-founder of the studio, Mafalda Ambrósio tells Dezeen that "We envisioned the kitchen as a vibrant focal point, hence the striking colour of the kitchen box. We sought cool colours that contrast with the warm tones of the pine wood. This colour palette was inspired by the aggregates in the kitchen terrazzo, resulting in a deep blue with green pigments and a light pink."
Image Credit: Do mal o menos
Trend Themes
1. Adaptive Reuse of Historic Buildings - Turning obsolete 20th-century offices into vibrant, modern apartments breathes new life into underutilized urban spaces.
2. Bold Color Integration in Interior Design - Incorporating impactful color schemes like pink and blue not only transforms aesthetics but also enhances the ambient experience of living spaces.
3. Open-concept Living Spaces - Eliminating partitions and adding communal areas such as courtyards fosters a sense of openness and community in residential design.
Industry Implications
1. Real Estate Development - Repurposing aging office spaces into high-demand residential units maximizes urban property value and appeals to modern city dwellers.
2. Interior Design - Utilizing vibrant, contrastive color palettes in home interiors can set new design trends and redefine modern living aesthetics.
3. Sustainable Architecture - Transforming older buildings into new apartments supports the sustainable practice of adaptive reuse, minimizing waste and preserving historical architecture.
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