Located in the historic center of Florence, within a traditional residential building, the project renovates a compact 36-square-meter apartment. The original configuration, typical of small urban dwellings, offered limited spatial flexibility and struggled to accommodate contemporary living patterns. The intervention rethinks the organization of the domestic space in order to maximize functionality while maintaining a sense of openness and visual continuity.
Rather than introducing major structural transformations, the project focuses on precise spatial strategies aimed at optimizing every available surface. Integrated furniture, custom elements, and flexible devices redefine the domestic environment, allowing the apartment to support different daily activities throughout the day while maintaining spatial clarity and visual order.
The interior layout unfolds as a fluid sequence of spaces where living, working, and dining coexist within a compact yet adaptable environment. Two large sliding doors in satin stainless steel organize the spatial sequence: the first separates the living area from the bedroom, while the second defines the access to the bathroom. Designed to minimize the spatial impact of traditional hinged doors, their reflective surfaces amplify natural light and enhance the perception of space.
Storage plays a central role in the project. Custom-built cabinetry extends to full height and is integrated flush with the walls, transforming functional elements into continuous architectural surfaces. Additional storage solutions are embedded within the interior architecture, helping maintain a clear and ordered environment despite the limited floor area.
Material choices follow an essential palette based on the balance between continuity and contrast. The original herringbone parquet flooring has been carefully restored, preserving the historical character of the apartment while providing a warm and tactile base for the new intervention. Stainless steel elements introduce reflective surfaces that enhance natural light and visually lighten the interior volumes.
Color is used as a graphic device that connects the different areas of the house. A neutral background of white surfaces enhances spatial clarity, while olive green elements—present in the kitchen and upholstery—introduce warmth and depth. Red accents appear in technical components such as switches, sockets, and exposed electrical conduits, transforming functional elements into a recognizable visual motif throughout the apartment.
The bathroom is conceived as a compact environment with a strong graphic identity. Black grout lines emphasize the grid of small-format ceramic tiles, generating a geometric pattern that enhances the perception of space and reinforces the character of the room.
Through a careful balance of spatial efficiency, custom design, and material precision, the project demonstrates how even a micro-apartment can support contemporary ways of living while maintaining a clear architectural identity.
