Studio 30 sqm with vibrant finishing and unconventional solutions

Customers planned to decorate the apartment for rent and also intended to live there with their relatives. Therefore, the interior had to be as cozy as possible.

Problems arose even at the first stage. For example, the floors in the apartment were 50 cm lower than expected. They didn't want to increase the ceiling height in this way to avoid 'falling' down when entering the apartment, so they simply raised the floor level.

The walls and door in the living hall are painted in one color — in combination with a mirror, this trick visually expands the narrow space.

A 'smart' lock was installed on the door to avoid unnecessary shelves and hooks for keys — the apartment can be opened with a code and an app.

All storage spaces are hidden in a niche behind unobtrusive facades. A place for a washing machine, shoes, suitcases, and cleaning supplies was provided here.

All everyday clothes are also hidden in the niche.

A full-size double bed was installed in the bedroom area. An essential condition was convenient access from both sides and bedside tables with lamps. Additional lighting was hidden behind a high cornice.

The bedroom has a theatrical style — the owner’s idea. Wallpapers and painted brickwork highlight the bedroom area. Special pride is the composition of IKEA frames with a signature by Sergey Polunin.

Laminate was used on the floor throughout the apartment, except in the entrance area. The kitchen was separated by a transparent partition. Molding was attached along the perimeter of the room at the level of the beam. This added structure to the painted walls.

The living room area is highlighted by a fireplace installation. Despite the fact that there is no fire in the fireplace, it adds warmth to the space. The ballet theme was continued with furniture and decor.

On a small area of the living room, it was possible to fit a sofa, a side table, two armchairs, and a television.

The kitchen area had to be separated by a wall due to the presence of a gas stove. In the end, they got rid of the old wall and built a loft partition — this expanded the space. The accent ceiling with a central socket was the designer's idea.

The highlight of the dining area is real Viennese chairs. A pendant light with ribbons adds warmth.

Instead of a microwave oven, an integrated one was placed on the kitchen. To the left of it — a dishwasher, and to the right — a small refrigerator.

They also decided to limit themselves to a two-burner cooktop. The work surface and windowsill were made from laminated wood, and no defects were found after two years of use.

The hidden door to the bathroom is painted in the colors of the walls in the entrance hall and the bathroom.

Tiles in the shower area match the style of the room. They were also used for the entrance hall and the floor in the kitchen work zone.

The shower was closed with a glass partition, and later complemented with a curtain to prevent water splashes. By the way, a hatch with ventilation in the wall will come in handy when hot water is off.

A round non-standard-shaped toilet was placed — otherwise, the passage to the shower would have been too narrow. Thanks to the low installation, a storage niche was created above the sink.