Landscape Alley apartment in a building from 1911. It is located in the so-called "Golden Triangle" — an area where the princes of Kyivan Rus once lived. Today, this area has become one of the most sought-after by creative people and a favorite spot for both Kyiv residents and visitors to the city.The building stands on the slope of Annalistic Hill, offering a panoramic view of Podil and the left bank of Kyiv. It is situated in the pedestrian zone of Landscape Alley, a place adored by many for its unique topography, stunning views, lush greenery, and proximity to significant architectural landmarks.

The small apartment, with a total area of 73 square meters but boasting a ceiling height of 4 meters, was in a dilapidated state, as the last renovation had taken place back in the 1960s. Yana, the designer, was tasked with creating a two-bedroom apartment with a walk-in closet and the maximum amount of storage space. The clients fully trusted her with the design, granting her complete creative freedom.

The respectable age of the building dictated the classical architecture of the apartment. At the same time, the interior is a rich mix of styles and eras, ranging from Belle Époque and Art Deco to mid-century modern and brutalism.

In the central walnut arch hangs Oleksandr Babak’s painting "Still Life. Flowers" (2016). Originally, a TV was meant to go in this spot, but as the art was being arranged in the apartment, the painting naturally found its place, as did every artwork in the home, each choosing its own perfect spot. The owners eventually decided to prioritize art over the idea of a television.

The small kitchen, made from walnut veneer and quartzite, is hidden behind floating panels painted to match the walls, creating a more intimate atmosphere when the panels close off the kitchen nook.

The apartment's area is relatively small, but we managed to create a layout that met the clients' requirements: two bedrooms, a walk-in closet, and plenty of storage space.

The walls, ceiling, and woodwork are painted in ‘Argile’ French paint. The bed was custom-designed and covered with poplar root veneer. The bedroom is richly decorated with natural textiles from the French house ‘La Maison Pierre Frey’.

In the son’s room, we recreated the moldings that were discovered in one of my previous projects during a renovation. They were hidden behind a drywall ceiling in a 1913 building from the Kyiv Modern period.The location and architecture dictated the style of the interior — hence the tall doors, classic parquet floors, and plaster moldings.

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