Houzz Tour: A bright and colorful Parisian flat with a roof terrace - 'It was the terrace which made the owner of the apartment fall head over heels for her, "says the architect Manuel Sequeira. He was in charge of the radical overhaul of this 753 sqm flat in the 20th arrondissement of Paris. "It was his number one criterion before buying," he says, but when she was first into the dark apartment and partitioned the customer. - A manager in the IT sector - could not see everything potential. It was only after talking with Manuel Sequeira, who proposed a modular and open space with lots of light, she was able to stand there.
a Houzz Peek
Who lives here A Parisian manager
Location The 20th arrondissement of Paris
area 753 sq ft
Manuel Sequeira Architect DPLG
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client had lived in the 19th district, and fell in love with the new apartment a few blocks away in the 20th district when saw the terrace. But it was only when she met the architect Manuel Sequeira she could fully appreciate the potential of the apartment.
Together, they decided that the apartment would be amended to allow light from the terrace to reach every corner of the apartment. It was then that the idea of a modular loft with large windows became clear.
Together, they decided that the apartment would be amended to allow light from the terrace to reach every corner of the apartment. It was then that the idea of a modular loft with large windows became clear.
Manuel Sequeira Architect DPLG
The apartment was built in seventy years, and plans reflect the time. Many walls, all connected by a long corridor, resulted in theaters and less living space.
"The layout of the apartment was poor, admits the architect who chose to break down the walls inside and create a large lounge / dining room and a spacious bedroom. "The separation between the living room and terrace and then disappeared," he says.
"The layout of the apartment was poor, admits the architect who chose to break down the walls inside and create a large lounge / dining room and a spacious bedroom. "The separation between the living room and terrace and then disappeared," he says.
Manuel Sequeira DPLG architect
Manuel Sequeira architect DPLG
"the owner has a property in Avignon and has strong feelings for the region," says Manuel. Drawing on this, he knew that the bright colors of the Provence is the key to the project.
They decided to run with the idea of white walls and black furniture built. 'This allows the sobriety of color presence without overwhelming the space, he said. it also allowed the owner to buy the purple couch, she had dreamed of for a while.
They decided to run with the idea of white walls and black furniture built. 'This allows the sobriety of color presence without overwhelming the space, he said. it also allowed the owner to buy the purple couch, she had dreamed of for a while.
Manuel Sequeira Architect DPLG
the office area was created in the old kitchen, and is just off the terrace. On the wall around the TV, we can see several small alcoves. The reason for their presence is explained by the architect, "the old techniques columns of the old kitchen were restrictive because we could not change. We turned around and the stress filled the gaps with shelves. "A black wardrobe was added to the kitchen echo.
Manuel Sequeira Architect DPLG
Manuel Sequeira Architect DPLG
cooking is where the wardrobe had been before. It has a direct view of the patio, like all the rooms in the apartment did. This is one of the greatest strengths of the location. The kitchen is set up with elements of large retailers through the ingenuity of the architect to fit the space.
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Manuel Sequeira Architect DPLG
Manuel Sequeira Architect DPLG
the kitchen extends around the wall, and can be used as a work area, sideboard or buffet - for cooking, taste, eat or shop. It is now an essential part of the apartment.
Manuel Sequeira Architect DPLG
Manuel Sequeira Architect DPLG
A door sliding separates the bedroom from the rest of the apartment where the owner welcomes friends or family, but when alone, she likes to have a view on the terrace. The same wood is used for the floor of the room as everywhere in the apartment; light oak. 'Untreated matt varnish retains the original appearance of wood, "says the architect.
Manuel Sequeira Architect DPLG
The bathroom was enlarged and brought to separate it from the rest of the apartment, and to allow water to drain easily. The range of monochrome colors respects the sobriety of the rest of the apartment. The gray slate soil echo those of the sink unit. "We decided to contrast the dark tones horizontal and vertical white tones," says Manuel.
Manuel Sequeira Architect DPLG
the opinion of the architect is to "transform the constraints to your advantage." integrated in the pipes here were used to create alcoves to store your bathroom products.
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