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Houzz Tour: Two apartments are merged to create a light, spacious apartment

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Houzz Tour: Two apartments are merged to create a light, spacious apartment - To create an apartment with living space that you want usually associate with a spacious family house, two apartments in this new high-rise built in the Bulgarian capital Sofia have been converted into one by the London-based designer Susan Knof design Knof.

"The owners called me before committing yourself to see if it could be done," says Knof. "It was a challenge in terms of movement of the different structures and wiring and air conditioning, but we did. The apartment covers the entire floor of the building, which means it enjoys 360 degree views and fantastic natural light; This is what has influenced much of the interior design.
Contemporary by KNOF design
design Knof
Houzz at a glance
who lives here a couple based in London with two young children who divide their time between the capital and Bulgaria
Location Sofia
property a flat in a whole floor in a new high-rise building
Size 3 bedroom, 1 bedroom / office, 6 bathrooms
designer Susan Knof design Knof

Knof used the position of the sun to determine the disposition of this open living plan. "This is the perfect place to sit and watch the sunset, she said. "I kept everything inside brisk and neutral, so it did not spoil the fantastic natural landscape of the floor to ceiling windows overlook.

Sofas and coffee table B & B Italia.
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Contemporary Dining Room by KNOF design
Knof design
An elegant white kitchen has been designed to sit quietly in the corner of the open plan living space. The units were made up to the ceiling, partly to conceal the conduits, but also to keep clean the room lines.

limed oak flooring subtly separates the space to eat and live the kitchen, where there is a more practical tiled floor.

kitchen Dada Trim, Molteni & C. p match uring the light Vibia.

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Bedroom by KNOF design
design Knof
main bedroom has been designed to feel like an inner sanctuary, cut off from the bustle of family life. To ensure the flow of each space in the other, the same gray tones and soothing cream, exposed in the main living space, still in here. The softer lighting feel more intimate, however, while the upholstered headboard and a bed dressed with plump cushions add an extra layer of luxury.

Chevet, Knof design. Side Tables, Poliform.
Contemporary Bathroom by KNOF design
Knof design
the master bedroom has two private bathrooms - a ' his "and" hers ". This is the female following. "Each of the owners wanted their own personal bathing space," says Knof. "Here, I opted for a palette of soft pinks and full height Rosa Egeo marble walls to make it feel undeniably feminine."
Contemporary Bathroom by KNOF design
design Knof
This is the room husband, with elements in natural stone, wood and marble accents.
Contemporary Kids by KNOF design
design Knof
Knof turned structural blockage in one of the children's rooms in a function by building a wardrobe around it. This divides the room up into zones sleep and waking. Here, the gray day bed designed by Knof, helping transform this area of ​​the room in a chill-out area and the game.
Contemporary Kids by KNOF design
design Knof
the sleeping area is on the other side of the partition of the wardrobe room. Knof introduced more color in children's rooms to give them a playful feeling.

bed, Designers Guild.
Bedroom by KNOF design
Knof design
in the room of the eldest daughter, Knof was asked to create a system that could grow with the child. "I went for a slightly more adult feel here, with a color scheme fishing, a beaded screen and a custom bed, said Knof. "He should see it through his teenage years.
Contemporary Bathroom by KNOF design
Knof design
in the next room, Knof covered the walls in a custom mosaic. "The idea here was to feel luxurious, but at the same time the youth," she explains. "I wanted to cover the years and do not feel too childish. At the same time, as in the rest of the house, I tried to inject personality, so it does not feel like a room in a house show.

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Contemporary Home Office & Library by KNOF design
design Knof
the fourth bedroom is narrower than the others and widely used as a study. "I designed this space to feel like a compact boutique hotel room, said Knof. "The office folds in when not in use and the sofa can be turned into a bed when guests come to stay. I used a reflective panel for wardrobe help to make the whole room feel more.

DTU, Molteni & C.

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Contemporary Living Room by KNOF design
design Knof
While the neutral background and gray simple furnishings are in harmony with the style of the rest of the apartment for continuity, brightly colored accessories in the game room emphasize children.

media and storage unit, Molteni & C C Omer sofa, B & B Italia. Carpet Knof design.

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Houzz Tour: A colorful and creative house in North London

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Houzz Tour: A colorful and creative house in North London - Having the ability to see the potential where others can not is the mark of a creative mind, and it is clear that interior designers and Susie Evros Agathou have this vision in spades. When the couple was house hunting in north London, they were sent the details of this property, which was leased for 15 years. The layout was odd and uninteresting, with very little natural light. "There were many walls and there was a tightness in her, said Evros. 'I printed details just to see how awful they were.

However, the professional curiosity led him to take a closer look at the floor plan, and began to "take the walls and consider what we could do. Sensing the potential, they made the leap and transformed the space into a bright family home, creative and fun. "I wanted to achieve a number of things with the design," says Evros, 'but first and foremost I wanted it to be a happy space. I wanted to wake up and feel really happy with my environment.
Eclectic Entrance by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
Lawyer Sweets Interior Design Studio
Houzz at a glance
Who lives here Evros and Susie Agathou and two children
Location North London
property Victorian house (ground and lower ground floors)
Size 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Designers Evros and Susie Agathou of lawyer Sweets Interior design studio

When the couple entered the property, they could immediately see the building was structurally sound and had incredible potential. "There was an opportunity to take down a light and functional space for us as a family, said Evros .

E27 lighting, Muuto. Pigeonhole storage Graham & Green. s Vintage chool bench gym recovered.
Eclectic Living Room by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
lawyer Sweets Interior design studio
once they had bought the property, they immediately started working. "We gutted the whole place, says Evros. "It was all new services, including a new heating system, and we demolished a number of walls and reconfigured the space. We took most of the back wall of the house to the kitchen-dining room.

modular storage Cubit. After Matisse rug, Sonya Winner. Following Danish midcentury leather eBay. Luna Lana suspended lights, Stephanie Ng.
Eclectic Living Room by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
Lawyer Sweets Interior Design Studio
"We went through a number of projects and different ideas about how we reconfigure the space," says Evros. "There was a toilet and bathroom in the first stairs, so we took it all, and I saw an opportunity to take the fourth room that was down and create an open plan kitchen-dining room.

Eames DSR side chairs, Vitra.
Eclectic Family & Games Room by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
lawyer Sweets Interior design studio
There are no radiators on the lower floor. Instead, heat from a hot water system hidden in the baseboard that runs throughout. It is heated by a boiler connected to an intelligent heating system.

There was no wall space for radiators and, thanks to the concrete floor, it was not possible to install the floor heating, so this was a good alternative . "We want to innovate, but I do not want to take a gamble, so I thoroughly studied, says Evros, and so far it is the test of time. "It's been a year and it shows no signs of wear; it has been well tested by our children!
Eclectic Living Room by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
Lawyer Sweets Interior Design Studio
Removing the ceiling and leaving the joists is a smart way to create visual interest along with the addition of a few extra centimeters in height. However, it was carefully thought out design choices. "When you delete a ceiling, you are also removing a firewall, which you need for building regulations, Evros said," so that all joists and the entire wooden ceiling should be painted fireproof paint.

fire safety was also a concern when the couple decided to change the enclosed staircase to an open design. Because it meant removing a protected means of escape, they installed a misting system inside, which is approved by the competent authorities.
Eclectic Kitchen by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
Lawyer Sweets Interior Design Studio
home covers levels of land ownership and lower to the ground, but the space still feels light and airy thanks to large folding doors and skylights.

"The purpose of the project was to open the space and create life as much as possible the area without expanding the footprint of the property," says Susie.

Hungarian glass pendant lights factory Trainspotters. Fridge-freezer, Fisher & Paykel. kitchen cabinets, Howden.
Eclectic Dining Room by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
Lawyer Sweets Interior Design Studio
"Our design work is 70% business and that influenced us a lot during this project, says Evros. The work plan is an example of this. "We did not want a polished concrete surface, so we made a frame with the help of our manufacturer, say media and our concrete mix poured into it. The result is a very tactile surface.

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Eclectic Dining Room by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
lawyer Sweets Interior design studio
the seat in the dining room has also been influenced by the experience of the commercial design of torque; it is popular in restaurants.

Noah dining table by Bethan Gray , John Lewis. Doctor's office; Art Deco mirror, both eBay.
Eclectic Family & Games Room by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
Lawyer Sweets Interior Design Studio
a Lego wall creates a feature in the kitchen-dining room. "There is not a room dedicated to children's games, so we wanted to be able to build the game in space," says Susie.

The Lego wall does not take up any floor space, so it is ideal for a compact family home.

"We do not take ourselves too seriously," says Evros. "It is important for us that it does not look like a house, you can not touch; it is not too precious.

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Eclectic Dining Room by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
lawyer Sweets Interior design studio
Keen to innovate whenever possible, the couple built a lot of smart technology in their home. They installed smart smoke detectors, fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, all of which can be controlled remotely. "If an alarm is triggered, it does not go off randomly, says Evros. "The alarm tells you exactly where the smoke is in the house.
Contemporary Garden by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
Lawyer Sweets Interior Design Studio
folding doors connect the kitchen-dining room and the garden, which was also converted. "The garden was basically just mud when we moved, Susie said. Keen to have a place for children to be able to run around outside, the couple chose to put Astroturf, so it can be used all year.
Contemporary Bedroom by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
lawyer Sweets Interior design studio
the master bedroom has been designed as a "happy, happy space", so the decor is intentionally very relaxing and quiet. A small room was added to the corner of the room.

Collage 0 pendant light by Louise Campbell Louis Poulsen . Bed, Lombok. Office BoConcept.
Eclectic Bathroom by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
Lawyer Sweets Interior Design Studio
a basin wall unit is a compact solution in the small private bathroom, while the softly shaped tiles add color and interest.

H appy D.2 vanity unit, Duravit.
Eclectic Kids by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
Lawyer Sweets Interior Design Studio
children of the rooms are bright and cheerful. "I took them to choose Cath Kidston fabric for their curtains and that was the starting point for each room, says Evros.

curtain fabric houses, now discontinued, Cath Kidston. Cottage bed Warren Evans. Office school Vintage . The storage units, Ikea. Egg of Columbus pendant light Seletti.
Eclectic Kids by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
Sweets design Interior studio Lawyer
Each child also took a pegboard with bright colors for their rooms and use them as a place to display drawings, notes and photos while keeping the rest of the walls clean and tidy.
Transitional Kids by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
lawyer Sweets Interior design studio
the second room was larger, but had a small private bathroom, so the designers have stolen part of the space to create a larger bathroom. A side effect of this was that happy children of the rooms are now the same size - ideal for avoiding arguments!

Scene London cotton curtain fabric, Cath Kidston. Cottage bed Warren Evans. storage units, Ikea. Bau pendant light, Normann Copenhagen. Tartan carpets, Stevens & Graham.
Eclectic Bathroom by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
Lawyer Sweets Interior Design Studio
approach the colorful, playful design continues in the bathroom, with bright and cheerful splashes of cherry red wallpaper.

H appy D .2 vanity unit Duravit. Gunnern bathroom cabinets, Ikea. Axor Starck Organic mixer tap, Hansgrohe.
Contemporary Bathroom by Avocado Sweets Interior Design Studio
Lawyer Sweets Interior Design Studio
The bathroom has no tiles; instead, the couple hung wallpaper and covered in a protective varnish. Evros found a fun wallpaper online from an American designer.

Kokeshi w allpaper, Aimee Wilder.

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Houzz Tour: A Victorian house with a modern twist

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Houzz Tour: A Victorian house with a modern twist - When interior designer Bunny Turner and her husband decided to renovate their family home, they wanted to create a series of separate spaces easily flowed from one to another. They obtained using subtle color changes that both links and separate bedrooms, and highlighted divisions with bold pattern.

The biggest challenge was to open their kitchen ceiling down, but with the help of architects Carmody Groarke, they found a solution. By lowering the floor of the kitchen by a whole meter, they could build a room of the gallery as modern that packs a punch and is distinguished from the rest of the period comfortable interior of the house.
Transitional Living Room by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
Houzz at a Glance
Who lives here interior designer Bunny Turner with her husband, their three children and their dog
Location Brook Green, west London
property A Victorian house
Size 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
designer Rabbit Turner of Turner Pocock

The living room is oriented the north, it is naturally dark. "I'm a mantra," says Lapin Turner. "Do not try to work against nature." Instead, focus on the pair to the warm and welcoming room. The walls are painted in a rich blue that is wonderfully comfortable.

This is the main relaxation area, so it was essential to ensure that there was plenty of seating for guests. The blue sofa herringbone Teal Bay with yellow accents add more bright colors in the room.

Walls painted in blue Hague, Farrow & Ball.
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Transitional Living Room by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
Julio Rondo painting over the fireplace is a favorite of Turner. "I like the way the release of it contrasts with the formal layout of the room," she says.

The works of art on the right are for Little Artists, which reproduce famous works of art and artists in Lego. The top one is the shark by Damien Hirst, at the bottom are Gilbert & George.
Eclectic Living Room by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
Turner found vintage truck Kempton Antiques Market and painted white, so it would stand out against the dark blue walls. "It has now become a very useful drinks trolley, she said. the shade of the lamp adds to the yellow tones of the room, while the base was deliberately chosen for its texture and color.

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Transitional Living Room by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
As the living room is small, Turner did not fill it with floor to ceiling, built-in shelving, she opted for freestanding cabinets instead. They give an airy feeling and meaning it can display interesting pieces on top.

The two rectangular armchairs sit comfortably between the cabinets; each has its own wall light for easy reading. The animal skull and white ceramics offer a crisp, texture contrast on the walls.

wall lamps, lamp Gras.
Eclectic Home Office & Library by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
the chair is a family heirloom that Turner had reupholstered in a fun yellow pattern. In order not to distract from it and let it speak for itself, she chose a sisal rug in a neutral model, it adds texture to the room without overshadowing the chair.

Behind the chair, you can just do the TV screen. "Dark Walls are very useful to hide the screens, said Turner.

The study corridor, on the left in this photo, is separated from the quiet living room by a glass screen Crittall.

fabric chair, Helen tissue. Triangle carpet, Tim Page.
Eclectic Hallway & Landing by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
the couple wanted the feeling of flow open house offers, but with the possibility of dividing the rooms for privacy. The Crittall screen was the perfect solution practical. The bonus here is that it allows a bounce light to shine in the living room to the kitchen facing south down the stairs.
Transitional Hallway & Landing by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
corridors and landings may feel transient, then Turner chose the bold patterned wallpaper to give this more of a feeling reflected space.

Next to the reception is a beautiful, multi-ever exhibition of a mountainscape by Richard Friend. Those who work in the office can choose to use as a canvas background quiet, or contemplative piece in which to get lost.

Hicks Hexagon wallpaper Cole & Son.
Eclectic Home Office & Library by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
the antique mirror behind the desk increases the feeling of space and reflect the color scheme of the adjoining room. Its marbled finish gives the surface a softer light, so it will not distract.

The desktop is a combination of two units and a white table from Ikea you can mix and match to fit your space.

drawers and cabinet, Alex; white table top, Hissmon, all Ikea.

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Eclectic Hallway & Landing by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
the couple designed the staircase leading to the kitchen with sharp edges to reflect the modern look of the cabinets. They tied it with the rest of the house using the same pin that works throughout.

Photographs line the stairs and are a mixture of very old family photos and other newer. Turner said she could not bear the thought of picking up dust in boxes and wanted his children to be surrounded by family memories.

'Corridors are often neglected, "she said. "But as you do not spend much time in them, you can actually be more courageous with your design.
Modern Kitchen by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
The original kitchen had a low ceiling, which gave him a dull sensation. The proposal of the architect to lower the floor of a meter presented the couple with a dilemma because he has not added square foot home. However, Turner think it was the best decision they made because it completely changed the feel of the room.

Extension in return side will add to the space, however, and the result is a bright and friendly room overlooking the garden. The p olished concrete floor inside leads to concrete troweled onto the patio, adding to the feeling of flow Turner wanted for the house.
Contemporary Dining Room by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
"We really splashed on the lights, said Turner sculptural pendants and above practices of the island. The ceiling can be seen from the study area at the top of the stairs, so that the couple wanted to keep it clean and avoid downlights. These pendants strikers work as work lights very bright, and can also be dimmed to create mood lighting to eat.

lights chandelier Tube, Michael Anastassiades.
Contemporary Dining Room by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
the table is made of antique pine and softens the room. red metal cafe chairs add a shot of bright colors, while animal skins provide some additional flexibility.

Above the table was a large empty wall that must be filled. The couple has a beloved whippet, so this map of greyhound racing, they ordered a photographer friend to take, paid tribute to him.

Red chairs A Tolix.
Modern Kitchen by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
the back side was equipped with a roof and right-angle windows that run along the tops of cupboards.

The units are minimal design given a glamorous touch with Carrara marble countertops and lining the back of the island.

Voxtorp kitchen, Ikea.
Transitional Kids by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
the couple decided to be bold with the evidence room of their daughter and chose a bright red wallpaper patterns. Turner from a calico fabric for Roman blind that was exactly the gray paneling. She took the piece of color palette by adding a single line of red and white braiding.

Squiggle by Vivienne Westwood wallpaper Cole & Son.

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Transitional Bedroom by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
the guest bedroom has blue walls and inky soft shades of green in the tissues. It is a sunny and incredibly comfortable room. The table bedside barrel adds an eclectic look to the room and felt less formal.

fabric Bedside Carnival Christopher Farr. Painted walls Squid Ink, Paint and Paper Library.
Transitional Bedroom by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
an ankle rail, painted the same color as the wall, suspended above a blanket box to provide space for guests to hang their clothes without taking up too much space.

Ottoman fabric Carnival Christopher Farr.
Transitional Bedroom by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
Turner chose wool curtains, which, with red wool fabric on the bed, add warmth to the master bedroom. A flatweave carpet areas of the bed area and is soft underfoot. A cloakroom is next door so no need for large storage, the couple could afford the luxury of a sofa bed in the foot

Hardwick Walls painted white, Farrow & Ball. bed cloth, wool Ladybird in Warwick. Curtains, Kirkby Design.
Eclectic Bedroom by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
the fireplace is not in use to prevent cold and empty search, Turner filled with logs. The opaque frame around the large mirror above gives it a discreet quality and makes it look more like a painting.

Mirror, Julian Chichester. Cupboards, OKA.
Modern Bathroom by Turner Pocock
Turner Pocock
to save space in the bathroom, the shower split torque between the bath area and the pool, which is right in this picture. The room is decorated with limestone tiles.

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Old Pub is transformed into a modern, light and elegant Home

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Old Pub is transformed into a modern, light and elegant Home - The Schluckspecht, a bar in the Friedenau district of Berlin, was a legendary local institution for more than 20 years. Here you can enjoy a cocktail, play a game of pool, or just chat with other people in the neighborhood. And then, suddenly, it was for sale on a real estate site online.

I recognize the bar right away, "says the architect Swen Burgheim. "Some of my friends used to work there." Burgheim just happened in search of the perfect space for a couple of Munich. "They really wanted a penthouse, but apartments on the ground floor are often much cheaper. And we saw real potential in space, "he adds. So instead of going up, they stayed.

Once the old bar was emptied, the space was divided into new areas, a subfloor was installed, and interesting lighting was designed. Now, space is a house style with a cool loft atmosphere.
Before Photo
Scandinavian by Studio Swen Burgheim
Studio Swen Burgheim
Houzz at a glance
Who lives here a couple of fortysomething
Location The Friedenau district of Berlin
Size 0 square meters (2150 square feet) on two levels
Architect Swen Burgheim studio Swen Burgheim
construction time six months

for 20 years, the Schluckspecht was your typical bar hangout Berlin: picturesque, relaxed and local. When he suddenly went on sale two years ago, it was discovered by just the right person. "I knew this great, beautiful and space and immediately ran for my clients," says architect Swen Burgheim. It took only a day after the visit for the couple to sign the contract - and Burgheim to give the green light for evisceration.
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Scandinavian Kitchen by Studio Swen Burgheim
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suspended ceiling was removed, which means that space today 5FT gets additional air above, the overall ceiling height of 17ft standing now. Old industrial windows were installed in the masonry between the kitchen and the living room to allow light to penetrate deep into the rooms.

To avoid the rest of the loft of steam during cooking, newly installed kitchen doors can be closed. "During the renovation, I always take care to stay true to the time of construction. The doors may be new here, but they are historical originals, "says Burgheim.
Scandinavian Dining Room by Studio Swen Burgheim
studio Swen Burgheim
'the 13ft windows allow tons of light ahead. And while sitting at the dinner table in the evening, you can even see the moon, said Burgheim.

The architect had the classic sandblasted steel frames and windows left exposed. First, he put in new windows and colorful other former executives with an anthracite powder coating, so they would match the new. This means they will also perfectly with the old industrial windows, installed between the kitchen and living room.
Before Photo
Scandinavian by Studio Swen Burgheim
studio Swen Burgheim
most architects go outside - I go inside, "says Bergheim. "When designing a home, I want to examine how my clients love to live. If the kitchen is their thing, then I cook the center of attention, as is the case here. "
Scandinavian Dining Room by Studio Swen Burgheim
studio Swen Burgheim
"Because the couple without children, we had a lot of freedom with regard to design and could make the rooms as open as we liked, said Burgheim.

The front of the space containing the kitchen-dining room, is accessible through the front door and open a unique sensation. It is separated from the street by a small garden, tastes that are generally found in Friedenau. Moreover, pedestrians can catch a glimpse of the inside as they walk by, if they wish.
Industrial Kitchen by Studio Swen Burgheim
Studio Swen Burgheim
The Häcker kitchen is, but the architect had the concrete work plan to measure. Industrial shelving came to the shop of an old locksmith in Brandenburg.

"We decided to lay screed to the floor around the kitchen island. It's crazy how expensive screed in Germany. Here, you pay € 150 [£118] to 10 m². In Cape Town, for example, where the coated screed is used for most soils, the same amount costs 15 € only [£12]. It is like pouring gold "laughs Burgheim.

The original door of the bunker next to shelves, painted white, leads to a small pantry.
Scandinavian Dining Room by Studio Swen Burgheim
studio Swen Burgheim
floors oiled white oak were fixed in the dining room and the rest of the ground floor.

The dinner table, an original design by Burgheim, is made from old industrial trestle and oak top. "Before, I used to do most of the parts myself. But eventually I began to work with an extremely talented professional carpenter, "he said.

The chairs are a hodgepodge of industrial seats vintage and modern design classics such as the Eames Plastic Chair and Panton chair (both by Vitra).
by Studio Swen Burgheim
studio Swen Burgheim
For Burgheim, good lighting, even at night, was essential. A lighting system built from steel and tubes with clear covers, one of the original designs of the architect, hanging over the kitchen island. "We were scared to death when the electrician put his wobbly ladder on the work plan to hang, 'laughs Burgheim. Two original industrial fires at the time of the GDR put the dinner table in the best possible light.

In the background you can see the glass blocks of the bathroom, which emit a warm, indirect light from the bathroom into the living room.
Before photo
Scandinavian by Studio Swen Burgheim
studio Swen Burgheim
Burgheim was also the ceiling suspension removed from the living room, which opens into the kitchen to make it even more spacious.
Scandinavian Living Room by Studio Swen Burgheim
studio Swen Burgheim
the second level has provided the house with some additional space and its own separate workstation. "The couple now has a total of 2150 square feet of living space, said Burgheim. The glass balustrade of the gallery offers a peek into the top floor and at the same time allows light to flood the living room.
Scandinavian Living Room by Studio Swen Burgheim
studio Swen Burgheim
the stairs to the gallery are coated MDF hiding built-in storage, while the treads are made from oak. The cabinets below are open with tip-on. In addition to odds and ends, the gas water heater is also hidden here.
by Studio Swen Burgheim
studio Swen Burgheim
the newly installed gallery is highlighted below by spotlights in the ceiling.
The stack of newspapers is not just for decoration: to warm the room upstairs in cold weather, the Swiss made oven is used to supplement the heating of the apartment. "A must-have for the occupants, said the architect.
Scandinavian Family & Games Room by Studio Swen Burgheim
Studio Swen Burgheim
the pair of doors under the stairs leading to the bathroom and laundry room. The doors are remnants of the bar and were painted in a warm shade of gray.

In general, renovations rarely come without a hitch and this is no exception. "The soil in just broken back on us. The floor in the bar bathroom was not properly sealed, and after years of humidity, several steel beams were rusted through, "said Burgheim. "Fortunately it did not happen while the bar-goers used the bathroom.

The bedroom and bathroom are on the right top of the stairs. From the outside, another staircase leads to the basement, where a workshop can be found.
Scandinavian Bedroom by Studio Swen Burgheim
Studio Swen Burgheim
the owners wanted upstairs to be more comfortable. "The different design of the bedroom and bathroom illustrates the separation of the apartment in private and public spaces," says Burgheim. The oak planks received a warm layer of white paint, and even the furniture has its own sweet country charm.

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Scandinavian Bedroom by Studio Swen Burgheim
studio Swen Burgheim
Scandinavian Bedroom by Studio Swen Burgheim
studio Swen Burgheim
room has a small balcony overlooking the grassy courtyard. In addition, 860 m² of this back garden belongs to the apartment.

The couple can keep their clothes in the antique wooden dresser or a large cabinet (not shown).
Before photo
Scandinavian by Studio Swen Burgheim
studio Swen Burgheim
during the renovation, the area where the bathroom is located has been moved forward by 4ft and now ends flush with the wall.
Industrial Bathroom by Studio Swen Burgheim
studio Swen Burgheim
' We will not raise walls, as it would have meant less light for the bathroom and living room, "says Burgheim. Instead, glass blocks were installed, which both let in light and provide privacy. "At night, when the bathroom light is on, they serve as an indirect source of light," says the architect.

Oak floor were raised here and sealed with waterproof white paint with water. The vanity unit, a Burgheim original design was customized and equipped with a double sink, while the walls and walk-in shower were covered with smooth cement plaster.

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Scandinavian Bathroom by Studio Swen Burgheim
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Old Pub is transformed into a modern, light and elegant Home Old Pub is transformed into a modern, light and elegant Home



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