Indigo color and thoughtful zoning: how they designed this 66 sqm Stalinist apartment in Moscow

Object Features

Location

Moscow

House Type

Stalin-style

Area

66 sq. m

Year built

1954

Rooms

Bathrooms

Ceiling height

2.94 m

Design

Anna Filaretova

Stylist

Olga Vasyukova

Photos

Egor Kodyakov

Summary

The interior of this two-bedroom apartment in an old building was designed by designer Anna Filaretova. The apartment was meant to be a separate world for a young couple—a place where comfort and style coexist harmoniously. The designer and clients aimed to create a space that wouldn’t stand out too much, yet wouldn’t fall into monotony either.

Photo: Living room in Classical, Eclectic style, Today’s Project, Anna Filaretova, Moscow, 2 rooms, 40-60 square meters, Modern, Stalinist style, Brick house, Apartment – photo on INMYROOM

Details

The layout underwent minor changes. There were two entrances to the bathroom—one was closed to make the kitchen as spacious as the space allowed. A glass partition was added between the kitchen and the living room. In the master bedroom, space was set aside for a wardrobe by dividing the room into two zones. A neat working area was created for the spouse, hidden within the living room—this approach helped maintain both harmony and functionality.

Photo: Modern style, Project of the Day, Anna Filaretova, Moscow, 2 bedrooms, 40-60 square meters, Stalinka, brick house, apartment – photo on INMYROOM

The indigo color, favored by both spouses, was seamlessly integrated into the project, flowing from one room to another to create a unified visual flow.

Photo: Kitchen and dining room in Modern, Minimalist style, Project of the Day, Anna Filaretova, Moscow, 2 rooms, 40-60 square meters, Stalinist architecture, brick house, apartment – photo on INMYROOM

The foundation of interior decoration lies in the pursuit of naturalness, elegant textures, and materials that remain relevant regardless of changing trends. The starting point for the entire color scheme was a deep indigo shade. It was around this shade that the interior’s palette and combination of materials and textures were developed.

Photo: Kitchen and dining room in Classical, Modern style, Today's Project, Anna Filaretova, Moscow, 2 rooms, 40-60 square meters, Stalinist architecture, brick house, apartment – photo on INMYROOM

The gas stove prevented a completely open space between the kitchen and living room, but this didn’t become a hindrance. We turned this drawback into an advantage by adding a glass partition that opens in both directions, allowing views from the kitchen to the guests. In this way, the apartment gained its uniqueness and became an ideal place for living and socializing.

The kitchen is custom-made to suit the clients’ lifestyle, habits, and individual needs. The furniture combines solid wood with artificial stone—a practical material ideal for surfaces that are heavily used in daily life. Every detail is thoughtfully considered, from the inclusion of household appliances to specially designed spaces for a wine cabinet and storage for collectible dishes and tableware.

Most of the walls in the apartment are painted. According to the designer, this is a deliberate choice: paint helps highlight the architecture of the space without overwhelming it with additional textures. Meanwhile, the walls and ceilings are enhanced with gypsum cornices, moldings, and baseboards. These elements create an architectural rhythm, add depth to the interior, and make it visually more expressive.

Photo: Living room in Classical, Modern style, Today's Project, Anna Filaretova, Moscow, 2 rooms, 40-60 square meters, Stalin architecture, brick house, apartment – photo on INMYROOM

Photo: Office in Classical style, Modern style, Today's project, Anna Filaretova, Moscow, 2 rooms, 40-60 square meters, Stalin architecture, Brick house, Apartment – photo on INMYROOM

For flooring in residential areas, natural parquet was chosen. Wood adds warmth, texture, and natural beauty to the interior, creating the necessary balance with the more rigid surfaces of stone.

Fixed furniture and storage systems are custom-made, and soft furniture is also crafted individuallyto meet the specific needs and lifestyles of clients.The interior layout of each cabinet and wardrobe is carefully planned: the placement of shelves, drawers, hangers, and other storage elements. It was important not only to provide sufficient space but also to make it as convenient as possible for daily use.

Photo: Bedroom in Classical, Modern style, Today’s Project, Anna Filaretova, Moscow, 2 bedrooms, 40-60 square meters, Stalin architecture, brick house, apartment – photo on INMYROOM

Photo: Bedroom in Classical, Modern style, Today’s Project, Anna Filaretova, Moscow, 2 bedrooms, 40-60 square meters, Stalinist architecture, brick house, apartment – photo on INMYROOM

Photo: Office in Modern style, Minimalism, Project of the day, Anna Filaretova, Moscow, 2 rooms, 40-60 square meters, Stalin architecture, Brick house, Apartment – photo on INMYROOM

When choosing furniture and decorations, we paid special attention to proportions, shades, textures, and of course, comfort. Each item was selected not just as a standalone element but as part of a unified interior composition where everything complements each other harmoniously.

Photo: Bedroom in Modern, Minimalist style, Project of the Day, Anna Filaretova, Moscow, 2 bedrooms, 40-60 square meters, Stalinist architecture, brick house, apartment – photo on INMYROOM

Large-format ceramic tile was widely used in the bathroom fixtures. With its minimal seams, it allowed for the creation of visually seamless surfaces, which is particularly important for interior aesthetics. The sink was even made of ceramic tile, becoming an organic extension of the overall design. In addition to the bathtub, a separate shower area was provided so that customers always have the choice between relaxing bathroom rituals and a quick daily shower.

Photo: Bathroom in Classical, Modern style, Today’s Project, Anna Filaretova, Moscow, 2 bedrooms, 40-60 square meters, Stalinist architecture, brick house, apartment – photo on INMYROOM

Photo: Bathroom in Classical, Modern style, Today's Project, Anna Filaretova, Moscow, 2 rooms, 40-60 square meters, Stalin architecture, brick house, apartment – photo on INMYROOM

Special attention was paid to ergonomics. The cabinet for the washing and drying machines includes a pull-out step to accommodate customers of shorter height, while a hidden storage area was designed for the cat litter box without compromising the space’s aesthetics. Every decision here is driven not only by beauty but also by the family’s actual habits and needs.

It was important to me to create an interior where the naturalness of materials, the expressiveness of colors, and architectural details coexist in harmony. A space that does not try to follow short-term trends but remains aesthetically relevant and comfortable for living for many years.