Orlandini Apartment Features Textured, Warm Interiors and Versatility

Renata Pinto Beck has completed a Porto Alegre apartment that emphasizes stunning views with a spacious living area and warm materials.

Positioned within a building with panoramic vistas of the city and Lake Guaíba, the apartment’s layout was customized to highlight its natural surroundings.

This included the reuse of brick, wood, and concrete to produce the “warmth” required by the client.

“From the beginning, we aimed to achieve the client’s desire for an apartment that felt like a home,” the local designer said.

“For this, we opted for warm and textural finishes like brick, wood, and concrete, creating a predominant and welcoming colour palette.”

The newly constructed residence was designed to serve as a retreat for the homeowner.

The design features an integrated kitchen and living area, encouraging interaction and relaxation.

A significant part of the interior composition is a spacious sitting area that offers unobstructed views of Lake Guaíba, and an oversized bench by the window invites residents to fully enjoy the scenery.

Unifying the common area, a freijó wood shelf houses a large grill and bar, enhancing the functionality and versatility of the space.

Further personalisation comes through a corten steel shelf, which supports both vinyl records and travel mementos.

The kitchen area is centered around an island and framed by exposed concrete pillars, adding a grounded and steadfast appeal to the environment.

“To achieve the best results, we began redesigning the interior layout, respecting structural constraints,” Beck added.

“One of the main goals was to create an integrated kitchen and living area, as the client desired a versatile home office that could serve as a guest room.”

A multifunctional wet channel which acts as a dish drainer, herb garden, and cooler enhances the workspace positioned at the opposite window.

In contrast, the bath contained in an adjacent office/guest room displays white tones overlaying the apartment’s notably warm palette.

Finally, an asymmetric master suite, marked by an open bathroom concept, invites “unexpected experiences” for occupants.

“These interventions result in a personalised, functional home filled with stories and personality from the client,” the designer said.