Originally conceived as a temporary home for a family of four, this compact 52-square-meter apartment proves that limited space is no barrier to comfort, function, and elegance. Designed for a young couple with two children, the apartment was intended to serve as an interim solution before moving to a larger home. But after settling in, the family found the space so thoughtfully planned and livable, they decided to stay longer than anticipated.
With just two windows and a tight floor plan, the brief was ambitious: include all the essential zones of a modern family home—kitchen, dining, living area with TV, parents’ bedroom, children’s room (with a sofa bed for the nanny when needed), play and study areas, a full bathroom with laundry, and generous storage throughout.
Beyond the programmatic requirements, the clients placed equal importance on aesthetics. They spend much of their time at home, and they wanted the interior to feel calm, curated, and complete despite its size.