# Sculptural Light Blue Staircases NeuronaLab Renovates a Former Studio Loft into a Two-Bedroom By Kalin Ned | Published 2022-06-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-blue-staircase References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2022/06/10/loft-in-poblenou-neuronalab-blue-storage-unit-mezzanine/) & [en.neuronalab](https://en.neuronalab.com/) Spanish architecture studio NeuronaLab was tasked with renovating a [studio loft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omarama-attic) in the Polblenou neighborhood in [Barcelona](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isern-serra), and the practice embraced a [divided floorplan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ral-snchez) with a strikingly sculptural light blue staircase. The owner owned the unit for about 10 years and since his partner moved in during the pandemic, the couple needed to optimize the space a bit more. NeuronaLab was called in to create a two-bedroom apartment out of the single loft. As the Loft was already compact, the renovated living space needed to have storage, as well as "a separate, dedicated workspace." The light blue staircase is surely a centerpiece in this renovation. It is both aesthetically interesting and functional. The piece elegantly contrasts with the wooden floor. It also acts as a divider for the apartment while also providing some storage solutions for the client and his partner. Image Credit: Marcela Grassi ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sculptural Staircases:** Innovation opportunity in architectural designs to incorporate strikingly sculptural elements such as staircases to enhance aesthetic appeal while also providing functionality - **Compact Living Spaces:** Growing demand for compact living spaces in urban areas creates an opportunity for architects and designers to innovate and create efficient and functional spaces - **Workspace Design:** Innovation opportunity for workspace designs to be integrated into living spaces, creating a seamless work-life balance ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Opportunities for architects to innovate with sculptural designs, compact living spaces, and workspace integration - **Real Estate:** As the demand for compact living spaces increases, there is an opportunity for real estate professionals to offer unique and functional renovated living spaces - **Furniture Design:** Opportunities for furniture designers to create functional pieces that serve multiple purposes in compact living spaces ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Remodelled Staircase-Centric Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cobalt-coach-house.md) - [Bold Architectural Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-iron-house.md) - [Vibrant Milanese Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milanese-apartment.md) - [Compact Madrid Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burr-studio-1.md) - [Sculptural Townhome Staircases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-pierre-thibault-1.md) - [Bright Colorful Converted Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/so-sebastio-123.md) - [History-Rooted Urban Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-sofia.md) - [NYC Apartment Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brooklyn-loft.md) - [Renovated Compact Loft Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vessel-project.md)