The full renovation of a small apartment presented the opportunity to fully rethink the meaning of residential space.

The traditional space division, rooms organized along a central corridor, has been replaced by a new layout based on the concept of subtraction and flexibility.

The “L” shape plan has been reorganized with the master bedroom and bathroom on the short side.

The long side has been transformed into an open space flooded by natural light through four windows facing south.
Two opposite and complementary elements are characterizing the new space:
on the entrance side custom made cabinetry in coral red acts both as wall cladding and container for kitchen equipment and storage.
On the opposite side, a full height folding track door in light tone fabric works as a soft
background.

Moving it along the recessed ceiling track the space perception changes and the second color of the inner side is revealed.
The full extension of the door creates a second room for guests separating the sofa
area from the rest of the apartment without impacting the circulation.

The concept of the effective fluidity obtained through the sliding door is taken up again by the fluidity of the curved elements in the entrance lobby and in the kitchen.

The selection of the herringbone pattern of the wood floor reconnects to the typical
tradition of the historic Milanese flooring