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April 9, 2021
Text: Carlene Olsen
The Room Studio Infuses a Barcelona Apartment With French Flair
The kitchen area was opened, avoiding compartments and obstacles that prevented light from going through every corner. Photography by Mauricio Fuertes.
When tasked with renovating an apartment on Calle París in the heart of Barcelona, Spain, Meritxell Ribé and Josep Puigdomènech—founders of The Room Studio—seized the opportunity to pay homage to the City of Lights. The 1,184-square-foot space features an open kitchen with views of the living area and its expansive windows. For the young homeowners, the designers opted for a palette of earthy neutrals, prominently featuring hues of Terra-cotta and green, accented by marbles, brass and iron alongside vibrant textiles. “We were excited to change the cold and characterless appearance of a new construction home and turn it into a cozy, familiar, and intimate space,” the designers said, noting that the space now is brimming with personality and soothing accents.
Expansive windows flood the living room with natural light. Photography by Mauricio Fuertes. View of the kitchen with custom shelves by The Room Studio. Photography by Mauricio Fuertes. Bar stools are byFredericia and suspended lamps are by Nuura. Photography by Mauricio Fuertes. Dining table and chairs by Artisan, cabinet by Horm, suspended lamp by Vibia, table lamp by Flos, artwork from Victor Lope’s Gallery, wood hand and jars from Hay. Photography by Mauricio Fuertes. Main bedroom with a bed by Gervasoni, bedlinen by Teixidors, bedside table by Novamobili, table accessories and suspended lamp by Menu, rug by Dac. Rugs at BSB Alfombras, wallpaper by Phillip Jeffries and armchair by Fogia. Photography by Mauricio Fuertes. The bathroom off the main suite features a suspended lamp by Bocci, and mirror and furniture by Buuto Bath, complements of Menu. Photography by Mauricio Fuertes. The guest room. Closet by Ethnicraft, rug by Nanimarquina, bed by Novamobili, side table by Wood, suspended lamp by Nuura, with striped cushions by The Room Studio and coral cushions by La Maison De Vacances. Photography by Mauricio Fuertes. The guest bathroom features custom furnishings and accessories by The Room Studio, a mirror byCielo, wall lamps byEstiluz, wallpapers ofInkiostro Bianco. Photography by Mauricio Fuertes. Terrace. Armchair and floor lamp ofGloster, cushions and table ofKettal. Photography by Mauricio Fuertes.
