Light & Shadow House
Nestled inside a mid-century apartment block, our home was given a sensitive renovation to uncover and celebrate its original features. Walnut timbers, brushed nickel, small square tiles, and terrazzo stone were some of the finishes that were chosen to exemplify this.
I chose to furnish the apartment with a combination of modern and vintage mid-century furniture, to showcase the modernisation of the classic craftsmanship of true mid-century furniture. We wanted to achieve a timeless finish which meant to us that the finishes needed to not only link back to the context of the existing home but also to stand the test of time for now and into the future.
Venato Forte, a natural stone product from Signorino, was selected for it’s visual similarity to the shadows & light that danced across the kitchen in the afternoon. Linking the finishes to their context would allow the project to achieve cohesion and harmony.
The kitchen needed to be optimal in terms of storage and practicality, whist also allowing observation and interaction with family members within the other common living areas. Uncovering the old kitchen room meant that building permits and significant construction would be required, however the reconnection with the whole family made it truly worthwhile.
The selection of subtle grey tones ranging in contrast were chosen as a reflection of the light and shadow at play in this area of the home, while the walnut timber and brushed nickel were selected as a nod to the mid-century origins of the apartment.
While the kitchen space was built reconnect the family, the bathroom was intended for the opposite, to provide a space for solitary bliss. The skylight allowed for stargazing at night, while the full height finishes were intended to envelop and hold the space. The bathtub would become a place for restoration and rest, its muted palette intended to harmonise and open up the space.
Our Brighton East project exemplifies our ethos: transforming the everyday routine into moments of calm, serenity, and mindfulness.