Watercolor Apartment / Alexander Tischler / Russia

Apartment for pet owners in Moscow by Alexander Tischler demonstrates smart compact layout designed with consideration for both people and animals. Completed between 2023 and 2024, this two-bedroom apartment of 66 m² is intended for a young couple planning to expand their family—featuring thoughtful amenities for their Maine Coon cat, a dedicated children's room and spacious furniture with custom solutions.

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Individual Layout for Maximum Flow

The main designer Karen Karapetyan and Alexander Tischler's team reimagined the original developer’s layout, relocating the bedroom and placing the children's room adjacent to the kitchen-living room. To improve space, the wall between them was shortened, increasing light flow and visual connection throughout the apartment.

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Kitchen-Living Room: Small but Powerful

Despite limited space, the kitchen-living room was optimized for comfort and functionality:

• Pet-friendly cabinets: Lower cabinets extend to the window forming a TV table and an integrated cat cage with round cutouts for easy access.
• Minimalist upper cabinets reduce visual clutter, creating a light and airy feel.
• Dinner table for four and a comfortable sofa complete the setup.
• The wall behind the sofa is decorated with oak-textured panels and accent lighting, adding warmth and visual appeal.

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Children's Room: Playful and Adaptable

Built with future growth in mind, the children's room combines functionality and charm:

• A tall cabinet with whimsical spherical handles
• A custom continuous wallpaper on the back of the crib
• Suspended balloons-style lighting fixtures add a soft, dreamy atmosphere
• The open layout allows easy transition from crib to bed as the child grows

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Parents' Bedroom: Comfort and Versatility

The master bedroom is ready for use with a child:

• A soft upholstered headboard mattress, hiding outlets and integrated lighting
• A dedicated space for a crib next to the bed for early childhood
• A vanity cabinet with storage opposite the bed, highly convenient for daily use

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Luxurious Bathrooms and Storage-Oriented Hallway

Main Bathroom

• Finished with glossy emerald tiles, complementing light furniture and brass accessories
• A tall cabinet, housing a washer and dryer, conceals appliances while keeping them accessible

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Guest Bathroom

• Mixes Oriental patterned tiles with a sandstone texture
• Features elegant brass fixtures, maintaining a consistent design theme

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Entrance Hall

• A unified style is achieved using floor tiles matching the guest bathroom
• Includes a wall cabinet with integrated shoe storage box
• A large mirror enhances depth and lighting
• The entrance door is camouflaged to match the walls
• A hidden litter box for cats adds convenience without compromising design for a Maine Coon family

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Harmonious Interior in Watercolor Style

The apartment is intentionally styled to remain light and cozy even during long grey Moscow winters. With a palette of natural tones, smart storage solutions, and elements for family and animals, the home blends practical urban living with a calm family atmosphere.

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Plans: Before and After

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