Barcelona-based design company CAVAA transformed an old and dark unit to create the Poblenou Apartment. The new unit has a private and quiet internal patio that provides a sanctuary from the busy streets of Poble Nou in Barcelona. The original space was a forgotten apartment in the center of the entire home, making it vital to the multi-unit living space.
The design team created a livable space by opening it up, adding high-end finishes and large windows. By replacing the main walls in the unit with windows, the apartment now has an open and modern feel. With a design that pairs features such as oak wood finish on the framing, floors and doors with a light color on the walls, the Poblenou Apartment has a rustic yet modern appeal.
Image Credit: CAVAA, Architizer
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Renovated Apartments
- The trend of renovating old and dark apartments to create modern and livable spaces is on the rise, providing opportunities for design companies.
- Internal Patios
- The incorporation of private and quiet internal patios in apartment designs is a growing trend, offering a sanctuary for residents and opportunities for landscape architects.
- Open Floor Plans
- The use of open floor plans, where main walls are replaced with windows, is a popular trend to create open and modern living spaces, presenting opportunities for construction and renovation companies.
Where This Applies
- Design Companies
- Design companies have the opportunity to capitalize on the trend of renovating old and dark apartments to create modern and livable spaces.
- Landscape Architects
- The trend of incorporating private and quiet internal patios in apartment designs provides opportunities for landscape architects to create beautiful outdoor spaces.
- Construction and Renovation Companies
- The use of open floor plans in apartment designs presents opportunities for construction and renovation companies to transform spaces into open and modern living areas.
