Complex Beige Multi-Layer Interior of a 55 sqm Studio Apartment

Designer Margarita Melnikova from Marmal Home decorated a 55 square meter studio apartment in beige tones. The result was a complex multi-layered interior built on subtle variations of tone. The project creator shared the details.

Layout

The apartment was originally planned in a business trip format so that clients could stay in the city during busy work weeks. The family lives permanently outside the city. Therefore, they focused on a common space with minimal partitions.

Only the bedroom was isolated into its own zone. It was separated by a glass structure, which created the feeling of a distinct room while preserving natural light.

Living Room

The living room turned out to be very spacious and bright. It transitions into a balcony with floor-to-ceiling windows, providing plenty of light.

Light Swiss Lake paint was used for the main walls to create a calm background for accent interior artworks.

The fireplace area was decorated with ceramic granite from a Spanish brand with a stone texture.

Bedroom

The bedroom is quite small, with no full-length walkways beside the bed, but it’s convenient for the clients. A beautiful chocolate-colored headboard was made to span the entire width of the wall, and two side tables with lamps were found a place for.

Kitchen

The kitchen is custom-made. Main household appliances are built-in to avoid visual clutter. In addition to the standard kitchen appliances, the cabinet conceals a washing machine.

The soft 'coffee with milk' tone of the facades was combined with veneer and black contrasting elements. The marble-like ceramic granite added depth to the interior.

The dining area features an elegant round table and blue upholstered chairs. This is practically the only color element in the interior.

Entrance Hall

The apartment is for temporary residence, so storage was not a top priority. All storage is organized in two places: the wardrobe and the kitchen cabinet.

One of the walls in the entrance hall was decorated with a mirror panel to visually expand the space.

Bathroom

The priority for the clients was having a shower. The bathroom features warm and light natural tones with natural wood and marble textures. Wall cladding was done using a combination of European ceramic granite brands.

Photographer: Natalia Gorbunova
Stylist: Elena Gorskaya

Brands featured in the project

Finishing: ceramic granite, Italon, Atlas Concorde and Porcelanosa
Furniture: work chair and bedside tables, La Redoute; poufs, Garda Decor
Lighting: floor lamp, Maytoni; table lamps, Garda Decor