In Milan, Italy, a 1930s apartment has been updated by Milanese practice Studio Arkevo. Completed in 2024, the renovations feature color-soaked ceilings and contemporary elements to infuse it with character and create an intriguing backdrop for art. White walls provide the perfect canvas for the young couple’s collection of sculptures and prints. Molded ceilings and wooden frames around windows were maintained, adding warmth and tactility to the space.
Carlo Donati Studio has renovated a 350-square-metre apartment, called Time Capsule, located in Milan’s Brera district. Completed in 2022, the design incorporates elements inspired by figures such as Jean Prouvé and references the aesthetic codes of postwar Milan. The interiors feature a mix of materials, geometric shapes, and art pieces, including a graffiti by British artist Stik, emphasising a richly layered, unconventional residential space.
AIM has revamped an apartment in Milan’s center, prioritizing open and sociable spaces. Designed in 2024, the “Living Without Boundaries” project features dynamic interiors where volumes are arranged around a central living area. The renovation focused on a seamless living space, incorporating diverse finishes and functional elements like flamed iron and lime-clad volumes.
Emanuele Durola Studio renovated the GSL07 Apartment in Milan, Italy, combining historical elements with contemporary design. Originally inhabited by architect Béla Angelus, the 1950s apartment features preserved terrazzo floors, a marble fireplace, and wood paneling.
The international architecture and interior design studio Archventil transformed a Milan apartment into a serene escape for the new owners that celebrated individualism. Tapping a style called Minimalismo Umano, the Via Volta Apartment balances a monochrome palette with “tactile natural textures and eclectic details” according to the studio, redefining the original interior by opening up the previously segmented layout and stripping back adornments to make room for furnishings and social activities.
Alessia Garibaldi updated Citylife Apartment, located in Milan, Italy, in 2024. Known for offering her services for exclusive projects in the city, Garibaldi designed a quiet and sustainable green oasis with both private and professional spaces. Rigid and minimal interiors in beige, forest green, ivory, and burnt earth tones feature hidden cabinets and artistic decor.
Hus renovated this Milan apartment, creating a harmonious interior with a central technical core. Featuring warm tones, the home includes a living room, dining area, and U-shaped kitchen. A mirrored core divides spaces, with an oak floor, classic travertine, and Florim ceramics enhancing the design. The aim was to aesthetically ennoble the core, making it the characteristic element of the project while maintaining a warm, bright palette throughout.
Promenade Apartment, a 1930s residence in Milan designed by Icona Architetti Associati, features a subtle yet distinct arrangement of living spaces. Completed in 2021, the refurbished home is organised into two ecosystems: one for private functions and another for socialising. The two zones are connected by a central corridor that swings subtly between sombre and warm tones.
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