The project proposal focuses on the remodeling and division of an existing living unit into two separate spaces that function independently, with the purpose of creating a main living area and a studio space that can be used to host visitors or as a rental unit.

The design aims to be minimal in terms of interventions such as the addition of new partitions and the demolition of the existing ones. Given the client’s brief, the project proposes new partitions walls for separating the two spaces and creating an individual entrance for the studio unit, for closing the right side of the kitchenette spaces and for creating a bathroom space in the new living area.

The configuration of the living space consists of an entrance hallway, a kitchen with a dining and lounge area, a multifunctional space connected to a bathroom for visitors and an open space divided between the living room and bedroom area (with attached bathroom). The division between these two spaces is created through a wood panel partition that keeps the two zones separate but open at the same time. In order to attach the bedroom area to the bathroom, a door should be inserted in the connecting wall therefore making the access seamless and easy.

The configuration of the studio unit includes a new hallway (connected to an additional entrance), a kitchenette with a small dining area, a bedroom with storage space and an attached bathroom. The separation from the main living area and the independent entrance access creates a private unit that can be used for hosting visitors and also as a complete rental unit. In the future, if the client desires for the two areas to be connected and accessible in between, an opening can be designed on the wall that separates the studio hallway from the multifunctional area inside the living space, without compromising any structural parameters.

In terms of materiality, the proposal focuses on using wood and exposed concrete for interior finishes and a neutral and low color palette with white and grey tones that enhance the natural light and create the impression of wider and larger rooms.

In conclusion, the design approach aims to be minimalistic and non-intrusive, meanwhile generating a fluent and operational space that is both functional and aesthetic.