A Minimalist Lithuanian Townhouse With Subtle Pops of Pale Yellow

Positioned in Klaipeda, Lithuania, VVV is a minimalist townhouse renovation by Ieva Baranauskaite of i.B Archstudio, who labored with a compact ground plan of solely 110 sq. meters (approx. 1184 sq. ft). The ethos of VVV revolves round the usage of line and rhythm as the primary design parts within the mission’s total scope. The townhouse posed a problem – incorporating all important features whereas preserving a way of spaciousness. The answer? A departure from conventional partitions and the addition of a multifunctional, customized furnishings piece ingeniously divides the house into distinct useful zones with out closing it off.

This unit is a three-sided design, serving because the anchor for the doorway zone with a bench and wardrobe. It transitions into the kitchen space the place tall cupboards provide further storage, and culminates within the dwelling house with a excessive desk and bar.

The house stays largely void of coloration, protecting surfaces and furnishings in white or delicate shades of grey. The occasional use of pale yellow pops up on the decrease kitchen cupboards and exterior staircase panel.

The principle ground continues with a lounge and eating space, that includes two bespoke wall cupboards that float above the bottom. These objects, designed to supply important storage, are greater than mere utilitarian items – they’re clever parts that improve the open dwelling house. Designed to match the colour of the wall behind, they turn out to be integral parts of the room, enjoying with composition, geometry, and shadows that create an interactive and visually participating setting.

The ground above, which homes three bedrooms and a toilet, maintains its dedication to uniformity, eschewing robust contrasts, textures, and supplies. As an alternative, the main target shifts to meticulous element refinement and the strategic use of heat shades of sunshine grey, complemented by pale yellow and orange. The result’s a dwelling house that breathes freshness into the residence, providing a tranquil place to retreat within the evenings.

Images by Norbert Tukaj.

Caroline Williamson is Editor-in-Chief of Design Milk. She has a BFA in images from SCAD and may normally be discovered looking for classic wares, doing New York Instances crossword puzzles in pen, or remodeling playlists on Spotify.