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The architects and interior designers at OOIIO Arquitectura chose to make strategic changes in the apartment ’ s layout to expand the living room , provide each bedroom with its own bathroom , and fill all interiors with natural light .
Giving new life and recycling the old furniture
Another significant decision was to give a second life to the furniture they wanted to preserve , but by repairing them and completely transforming their dark appearance through sanding and a special pure white lacquer , with the aim of reflecting light and filling the interior space with brightness .
To further highlight the prominence of these furniture pieces in the living-diningoffice area , the architects at OOIIO decided to play with contrasting materials . Against the warm tones of the floors and white walls , they used unique and expressive ceramic pieces from APE Grupo , glazed in a blue-green shade .
Expressive ceramic pieces arranged in a herringbone pattern
The ceramic pieces from the Ravello collection , by the Carmen brand , were strategically distributed throughout the large space to create interplays of light and color . “ We selected these pieces for their special shine and unique tonality that , when well illuminated , evoke the Mediterranean Sea surrounding the house ”, say the interior designers .
The pieces were arranged in a herringbone pattern on both the walls and the office backsplash , generating a sense of movement and life in the rooms . They are small-format pieces that reproduce a singular water effect on their surface through a special glaze , while preserving the tradition and flavor of a handmade artisanal product .