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Interior Design of Homes and Apartments

Before and After: How They Stylishly Transformed a Tiny 28 m² Studio in a Panel Building

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Despite the modest size, all necessary elements were provided for comfortable living

The client is a young woman who lives abroad. She often visits Saint Petersburg for work and social gatherings with friends and relatives. Designer Maria Kachkina was given the task to create a cozy home atmosphere reminiscent of European interiors, free from excess and unnecessary opinions. It was important to achieve a sense of lightness and airiness so that entering the apartment would evoke warmth, hospitality rather than a hotel room ambiance.

Location: Saint Petersburg
Area: 28 m²
Ceiling Height: 2.65 m
Rooms: 1
Bathroom: 1
Budget: 3.3 million rubles
Design: Maria Kachkina
Photos: Kristina Plyer

Photo: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our websiteApartment Before Renovation

Before renovation, this was a typical apartment with standard budget finishing that did not stand out in any remarkable way. It required updating the finish and furniture to make the interior more functional and comfortable for living. The apartment had terrible sound transmission, so part of the budget had to be allocated to soundproofing.

Photo of Kitchen Before Renovation

Photo of Kitchen Before Renovation

Photo of Bedroom Before Renovation

Photo of Bedroom Before Renovation

Photo of Entrance Hall Before Renovation

Photo of Balcony Before Renovation

Photo of Bathroom Before Renovation

Photo of Bathroom Before Renovation

On Layout

At the start of the project, the apartment had a standard layout from the developer. The wall between the kitchen and bedroom was demolished to create a more open and bright space, while the bathroom was combined for greater functionality. The bedroom was separated from the common area using a glass partition. Thanks to these changes, internal organization of housing was significantly improved, making it more convenient for daily life.

Photo: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our websiteOn Kitchen

The kitchen was designed according to the client’s needs. First of all, since the homeowner is tall, the countertop was installed above standard level. Despite this apartment not being intended for permanent residence, it is fully equipped with all necessary appliances. It features a small built-in refrigerator, standalone cooktop — which was also requested by the homeowner, microwave oven and dishwasher.

Photo: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our websitePhoto: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our websitePhoto: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our websiteOn Bedroom-Living Room

There was an urgent need to zone the space: it was necessary to preserve light and air while separating the bedroom from the kitchen. For this purpose, a glass partition was installed that divides these two zones. It allows light to pass through, keeping the room spacious and open. As a result, we obtained a room with clearly defined zones and visual boundaries, making it both functional and cozy.

Photo: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our websitePhoto: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our website

Furniture was carefully selected by dimensions to maximize space usage. A good find is a bed with soft headboard and external dimensions of 1680 x 2080 mm. In the living area, there is a pull-out sofa, and a compact dining table fits perfectly for the homeowner.

Pay Attention to Video:Photo: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our websitePhoto: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our websiteOn Entrance Hall

The entrance hall turned out to be bright and functional. Part of the walls is painted in a pleasant moss green tone, while another part is decorated with wallpaper featuring plant motifs, adding freshness and bringing a natural accent to the space. A bright yellow pouf complements the overall design and serves as convenient seating.

The entrance hall is spacious enough, so main storage was placed here. In a large wardrobe with mirror fronts, there is a section for outerwear and footwear, while the remaining part has hangers for everyday clothes and sliding drawers for laundry.

Photo: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our websitePhoto: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our websitePhoto: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our websiteOn Bathroom

The bathroom was originally separate, but it was combined which allowed installing a bathtub, convenient vanity with a wall-mounted sink, and space for storage as well as a large washing machine with drying function.

White tiles and paint were used for wall finishing, visually expanding the space. The floor is covered with white tiles featuring graphic black inserts that give the interior a modern and stylish look. Black plumbing fixtures and hardware add accents, making the interior more dynamic.

Photo: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our websitePhoto: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our websitePhoto: Modern, Small Apartment, Apartment, Project of the Day, Saint Petersburg, Panel Building, 1 Room, Up to 40 Square Meters, Maria Kachkina – photo on our websiteWould You Like Your Project to Be Published on Our Website? Send Us Photos of the Interior at wow@inmyroom.ru.