New renovation + old furniture: 6 cool designer interiors

If you're planning a renovation or moving to a new apartment, don't rush to throw away old furniture. Grandma's chest of drawers and grandpa's armchair can fit perfectly into a modern interior. Check out our selection of projects with vintage furniture for inspiration.

Stylish apartment with bold furniture

To save on budget, some furniture was moved from the old apartment and repainted with pastel paints. This process turned out to be so engaging that vintage furniture started to be sought after specifically. For example, the radio in the living room came from grandpa, and the armchair was found in a demolished house in Tula.

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Modern and convenient studio

In this project, vintage furniture inherited from the previous owners was also used. The carefully restored armchair and bookcase perfectly fit into the interior.

Design: Tatiana Mantsевич. View the full project
Design: Tatiana Mantsевич. View the full project

Strict stylish interior in a loft

The designer managed to incorporate the existing IKEA kitchen and part of the furniture into the new interior. To increase functionality of the kitchen cabinet, a sideboard was added and a washing machine was built-in. The project author also added lighting fixtures and decor with contrasting black details.

Design: Olga Zakharova. View the full project
Design: Olga Zakharova. View the full project

Stylish loft with grandfather's furniture

Designers created a functional layout for a creative family. Grandpa's bookcase found new life and fit perfectly into the bedroom interior. The restored round table was placed in the dining area, becoming a cozy and warm focal point. It connected the kitchen and living room spaces, creating a comfortable and intimate atmosphere.

Design: Art Twins Design studio. View the full project
Design: Art Twins Design studio. View the full project

Apartment with an interesting interior in central St. Petersburg

The project was designed to keep some of the existing furniture and decor and incorporate them into the interior. From the previous life, a wardrobe and secretary remained in one of the bedrooms, a sideboard, chest of drawers, console, mirror, piano and bookshelves in the living room.

Design: Irina Kalezova. View the full project
Design: Irina Kalezova. View the full project

Beautiful European interior with a cozy atmosphere

This interior features many great details that create a homey ambiance. For example, a massive cabinet is part of the entrance hall and is 100 years old. An antique restored mirror serves as a bedside table in the bedroom. The highlight of the interior is old timber beams from Arkhangelsk region, which decorate doorways and walls.

Design: Pavel Foteev. View the full project
Design: Pavel Foteev. View the full project