BEFORE AND AFTER: solution by designer «Flat Question» in 16 square meters

Once, the editorial team of the program «Flat Question» was approached by Larisa and Ivan with a request to transform a small room with low ceilings into a spacious living room with the functions of a home office. This unusual task was entrusted to designer Vera Savelyeva — and she succeeded brilliantly. Take a look for yourself!

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Design: Vera Savelyeva

1. Storage System

To keep the main part of belongings within the room, built-in wardrobes were installed at the entrance, which immediately provided more space.

Design: Vera Savelyeva

2. Color Palette

Larisa prefers rich tones, while Ivan prefers more subdued ones. The designer combined these two contrasting passions of the couple into one interior.

Design: Vera Savelyeva

The walls were painted in wine tones, and the cornice was made a shade lighter — thanks to this, the ceilings appear higher than in reality. This wall color blends perfectly with natural materials — oak parquet in honey tone, wood veneer on window sills and shelves.

3. Fold-down Sofa

A lounge area was planned on the windowsill, next to which a workspace was not forgotten. A suspended shelf serves as a countertop, two minimalist wall sconces, and a row of outlets in the sofa’s bolster. It turned out very cozy. The sofa was designed with a sleeping area. A TV was mounted on an drafting easel — it looks simply awesome!

Design: Vera Savelyeva

Sliding mirrored doors helped free up space and isolate the living room from other rooms.

4. Decor

The highlight of the interior was a copy of Rogier van der Weyden's painting. To balance this decorative element, it was adorned with fun orange strokes.

Design: Vera Savelyeva

The carpet on the floor echoes the wall color palette but is softened with visual wear, making it lighter and more elegant.

Design: Vera Savelyeva

Thus, designer Vera Savelyeva not only visually expanded the initially small space but also added individual touches reflecting each family member's character.

Design: Vera Savelyeva