Whereas writing about artistic atelier Dora Daar some time again, we got here throughout the work of inside design agency Conti, Cert (the 2 studios partnered on a undertaking). Based by Andrea Conti and Isabel Cert, the Barcelona-based company is understood for its easy but refined type. Each undertaking is distinctive, however a through-line of recent timelessness runs by means of every.
We have been notably taken with an ethereal rooftop house they labored on a pair years in the past. In the present day, Andrea provides a tour of its modern-meets-classic kitchen. Tomorrow, she’ll stroll us by means of the remainder of the charming house, so make sure to examine again in.
Images by Salva Lopez, courtesy of Conti, Cert.
Above: “The previous kitchen was positioned in the midst of the home (the place now you will discover the lounge), dividing it into two very totally different areas,” she explains. Transferring it to 1 finish created higher circulation. The steps to the left lead out to a roof terrace.
Above: The house isn’t massive, however there’s sufficient room for a eating desk to seat 4. The vent hood is roofed with painted MDF boards for a customized look. The globe sconces are from Flos.
Above: Primary white tiles in traditional working bond sample and Macael marble counter tops have been chosen as a result of they’re trend-proof. The constructing dates to 1880 and each Andrea and her purchasers have been eager to keep up its outdated essence.
Above: Customized cabinetry painted a smoky inexperienced provides delicate shade to the impartial palette. A “false ceiling” was eliminated to disclose the house’s vaulted structure.
Above: Within the hallway, a wall of cupboards conceals the fridge and ample storage.
Above: Simply outdoors the kitchen, an inviting rooftop terrace.
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N.B.: This story initially ran on November 24, 2022 and has been up to date.
