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In terms of interior design , we have chosen , as always , the linens , the velvets , the cashmere ... everything that is natural and pleasant to the touch .
How would you define the style of this home ?
This is a contemporary house , although there are small classic details that make their presence felt here and there . This will always be our signature , the blend between classic and modern .
The curved sofa in the living room , or even the Eames armchair , emphasize this more contemporary side of the house . In contrast , the sideboards of the dining room , while designed with very straight lines , play with some highly classic brass handles that were painted in the same tone as the furniture to provide modernity . These are the type of detail that are felt in this house .
What was the biggest challenge you faced ?
We would say that the biggest challenge we faced in this project was the long wall in the living room that leads to the bedrooms . It is a very important wall , but it is extremely long and with several doors . In the beginning we wanted to give a little dynamism to it , to create interest , so we were thinking of including various paintings throughout the wall and the doors . In the end we felt that we should chose a less static solution , and that is why we decided to apply the Venetian stucco throughout the wall , including the doors .
What do you like the most about this project ?
We are unconditional fans of this kitchen , it worked very well . It ’ s almost like an extension of the living room , a space to receive . The Calacatta marble countertop that goes up the wall embraces the ripped wood and gives such a special comfort to this space . We love it !
Besides , the living room is also a space that fills our hearts . It was not very easy to accomplish , since it is such a long and narrow area , but we feel that we managed to define a layout that ended up working amazingly .
What type of colors did you decide to use in this house , and why ?
The view and specially the river were the biggest inspirations for the color scheme of this house . The river gave color to several pieces scattered throughout the house , but we also felt the need to take things out of the serious and the obvious by bringing in some strong contrasting colors such as the bright orange that is present in some elements of the living room , and the mustard yellow more present in the guest bedroom . In the toilet it was the mixture of the blue of the river and the green of the gardens overlooking the house that created the atmosphere . The contemporary wallpaper with leaves connects these two tones and creates a remarkable environment .
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