"Perched high above Ljubljana, Slovenia, a 731-square-foot apartment has been transformed with a bold, art-infused interior that feels equal parts gallery and home. Designed by alto design studio, the Onda Apartment reimagines what a 1980s building interior might look like, while embracing the dynamic energy of its owner - an award-winning visual artist and graphic designer with the desire for her space to reflect her vibrant and experimental aesthetic."
"When the client first moved into the apartment as a teenager, the home bore all the hallmarks of its era: closed-off rooms, dark wood, and muted furnishings. The goal of the renovation was not to erase history but to liberate the space from its weight. Rather than erasing the past, the renovation leans into it, weaving together remnants of the original apartment with fresh updates."
"In contrast, the kitchen was fully reimagined, beginning with four massive slabs of marble from Marmor Hotavlje, a Slovenian quarry renowned for its craftsmanship. Installing the marble became an adventure in itself - navigating slabs through a too-small elevator required ingenuity and persistence. The result is a kitchen that feels monumental yet playful, balancing its classic black-and-white checkerboard floor with peach-toned cabinets and a cherry-red faucet that infuses the space with personality."
A 731-square-foot apartment in Ljubljana was transformed into an art-infused, gallery-like home by alto design studio for an award-winning visual artist and graphic designer. Closed-off rooms and dark wood were retained selectively while unnecessary doors and walls were removed to open the floor plan and invite natural light. Original oak parquet was sanded, oiled, and darkened to preserve warmth and continuity. The kitchen was rebuilt around four massive marble slabs from Marmor Hotavlje, installed despite logistical challenges, and paired with a black-and-white checkerboard floor, peach-toned cabinets, and a cherry-red faucet. The renovation emphasizes contrasts between natural materials and bold color.
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