Entença
José Hevia
Product Spec Sheet

ElementBrandProduct Name
ManufacturersRoca
floor and the countertopCosentino
plugs and switchesJung HQ
kitchen and wardrobeCUBRO
stoolsMobles114
ManufacturersSanta & Cole

Product Spec Sheet
Manufacturers
floor and the countertop
plugs and switches
by Jung HQ
kitchen and wardrobe
by CUBRO
stools
Manufacturers

Entença refurbishment

Allaround Lab as Architects

Located on a second floor, with a forward-facing façade and two interior courtyards, this apartment had many more walls than needed due to its size, light and ventilation capabilities. We understand the need for a smooth transition from interior to exterior, stretching the living area to the heart of the apartment to the fullest, in search of precious natural light.

photo_credit José Hevia
José Hevia

To achieve this, in this project we return to use resources that we have applied in previous ventures. It does not always work, but when we managed to create a functional distribution, the result pleasantly surprised us. We started by eliminating all the partitions and created a single vertical plane that divided the apartment into two parts. This generated a corridor with various sections and plenty of light. Also adding a small corner to place books or a plant, space to store the coats and a direct view outside. This plan also serves to highlight the marvelous 3.5-meter high ceilings.

photo_credit José Hevia
José Hevia

The improvement in the entry of natural light and a more functional distribution, are complemented by a careful choice of materiality. The chromatic palette accentuates the industrial nature of the exposed prefabricated concrete beams, in addition to retaining other elements of interest, like the windows with stained glass, have endowed this home with its own personality.

photo_credit José Hevia
José Hevia
photo_credit José Hevia
José Hevia
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