October 23, 2024

Art-Filled Home: A Two-Story Art Oasis in Dubai

Dubai-based studio Braginskaya & Architects worked with interior designer Marina Baisel to create a modern yet traditionally influenced interior for Baisel’s family home. Filled with natural light, the 2,500-square-foot Art-Filled Home apartment has a tranquil color palette featuring neutral tones complemented by natural materials like stone, wood, linen, silk, and wool. The two-floor residence features five bedrooms and a double-height space, giving a sense of airiness and expansive views of the outside.

Spacious, minimalist living room with neutral tones, wooden accents, and a vibrant artwork.

Architectural style

Modern and with some traditional elements from the region. Both interior designers worked on making the interior spaces more open and filled with natural light while also providing a lot of storage.

A minimalist dining room with a wooden table, chairs, and a whimsical chandelier.

Homeowners

Marina Baisel, her husband and their three children: a 14-year-old boy and two girls aged 11 and 9. The son immediately chose a separate room for himself while the two daughters decided to share the same room. This decision impacted the layout: a study was created instead of another bedroom.

Elaborate geometric ceiling, marble countertops, gold accents, and wood cabinets in elegant kitchen.

A tranquil color palette and natural materials

– Subtle and serene, the natural colors create a canvas of tranquility, allowing the mind to concentrate while drawing attention to the majestic palm trees framing the view.
– The colors harmonize beautifully with the sunny landscapes and clear skies of the region.
– Marina and Marina also introduced some contrast and graphic elements, especially in the public areas to give some energy to the space.
– Natural materials like stone, wood, natural fabrics like linen, silk and wool not only soothe the touch but also lend an air of authenticity and tranquility to the space.

Sleek, minimalist interior with sculptural figure on pedestal and geometric lighting.

A collaboration between two interior designers who met several years before

– “We have known each other for quite some time, since design school, where Marina Braginskaya was giving lectures while I was finishing my studies,” remembers Marina Baisel. “When I moved to Dubai, I asked for her help as she already had her own company, Braginskaya & Architects.
– This project was a joint creative effort:

Marina Braginskaya provided significant assistance with the architectural part and partially
with the selection of furniture.

Marina Baisel transformed the bare house with a collection of furniture, art, and handcrafted objects (several pieces were designed by her).

– The project progressed smoothly and with complete mutual understanding and collaboration on all the stages.

Sophisticated bedroom with plush bedding, gold-accented artwork, and expansive windows.

Crafted spaces

Within this sanctuary crafted by Marina Braginskaya and Marina Baisel, warmth and light infuse every nook, evoking a profound sense of home. Carefully selected handcrafted pieces, paintings, and sculptures adorn the space, each bearing witness to artistry and devotion.

As Marina Baisel articulates, “We wanted to give the feeling that time slows down and create a desire to contemplate.”
Here, time dances to a gentler tune, inspiring moments of introspection and an innate longing to dwell within these cherished walls.

Spacious modern bedroom with neutral color palette, large bed, and abstract wall art.

Layout

2,500 square feet / 252 square meters. 2 floors and 5 bedrooms.

– The ground floor consists of a spacious living room, a small lounge, a dining room, a guest bedroom, and utility rooms. It has several exits towards the garden with a pool, creating picturesque reflections on the walls.
– The first floor is dedicated to private spaces, including the main bedroom and the children’s rooms.
– An architectural feature of the design is the presence of a double-height space in the hallway of the upper floor with a glass ceiling, creating a sense of airiness and spaciousness.