How to get rid of tightness and cramping incity apartment? Japanese architects have come up with an unconventional solution: doorless plywood partitions and an L-shaped interior layout, but they have still managed to maintain the necessary privacy. The team at the Sinato architecture and design studio has decided to apply modern Japanese style to a city apartment located in the port city of Yokohama (Japan). The project was created for a married couple.
Minimalism as a basis for interior design
The modern urban pace of life requiresconstant dedication and concentration. To relax and get inspired, you need the right environment. Minimalist interior is a real find, especially for people involved in creativity. The apartment is located in a building that is over 20 years old. The architects left the concrete wall. It serves as an insulating partition between two bedrooms. In addition to them, there is a living area, a kitchen, a closed terrace and there are no doors anywhere. Additional partitions made of natural durable wood create a certain separation between all zones. Simple and laconic lines in the layout and furniture, wood, glass, concrete create a cozy, clean and airy environment.
Canvas for creativity
This layout and choice of style allowedcreate a creative area. Shelves were placed on the wooden partition wall and several modern paintings were hung, chosen in accordance with the style, as well as with their inherent Japanese restraint. The owner of the apartment is probably passionate about painting. Depending on the mood or the time of year, the owners of the apartment can update the wall: change the paintings, hang photographs, add books or flowers to the shelves. A great place for self-expression!
Planning tricks
The original L-shaped layout allowedfill the space with daylight from both sides and create the necessary air circulation. Note that a small space was left between the wooden partitions and the ceiling so that sunlight could spread throughout the apartment. Since the owner of the premises is fond of flowers and spends a lot of time in the kitchen, additional light sources are a necessity.
Lots of wood
Wooden floor, walls and furniture forminteresting, cozy union. They differ slightly from each other in color, texture. Kitchen cabinets and wardrobe stand out with a pale palette. The floor is laid in such a way that each zone in the apartment stands out separately. Storage systems are also made of wood, which allows them to fit perfectly into the overall concept. The kitchen is the soul of the entire space. This is the central place that unites the two halves of the apartment. So the spouses can easily communicate with each other and at the same time do their own thing. If desired, they can retire and not disturb each other. Our opinion: - The desire of the owners to be closer to nature may be due to the fact that the city in the recent past consisted of two villages, which were then united.
A place where it's easy to dream
The authors of the project sought to create a spaciousa room where it is easy to think and dream. After all, the owner of the apartment needs inspiration for creativity. Therefore, some pieces of furniture and lamps have round, smooth shapes. Despite the fact that in the minimalist style there should be no unnecessary bright spots, the interior has measured juicy accents. Gray color and wood trim provide a soft tactile contrast. Our opinion: - Warmth and coziness are brought to the interior by a rug in the terrace area, a comfortable chair and, of course, flowers, which the owner-housewife loves so much.
Toshiyuki Yano
