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Photography: Paloma Pacheco
04 / 06 / 2024
Renovated by the Valencian studio Viruta Lab, this apartment, located in the Salesas neighbourhood, is a tribute to the poem ‘Anocheció Madrid’ by José Bergamín.
A poetic rehabilitation: inspired by the verses of the Madrid-born author José Bergamín, David Puerta and María Daroz have transformed this 1980s apartment into a stage of splendour and nostalgia.
Located in Salesas, a typical Madrid district where the big names in design and art gather, the recently renovated space was originally fragmented and lacking in light - characteristic of homes from the 80s. In the Viruta Lab project, natural light flows into every room, creating a spacious, cosy and bright environment.
Geometry and materiality
Custom-designed by the architectural studio, the centrepiece of the project - a stained glass with a metal frame profile reminiscent of 1950s private clubs - filters the light and distributes it softly and evenly throughout the apartment, conveying a feeling of comfort.
The poem ‘Anocheció Madrid’ was the starting point for this remodelling. Cutting across all the rooms, the cupboards are inspired by an ‘ice urn’, with a light colour and an oak wood frame. The living room and bedroom have two openings, which evoke the image of ‘a diamond in black velvet’, achieved using a dark grey fabric, reminiscent of rainy days in the city of Madrid.
In perfect harmony with the overall aesthetic, the practical and minimalist kitchen features a porcelain countertop with a golden marble effect (also present in the bathroom), with a incorporated shelf. The flooring remained the original - the planks initially had a yellowish tone which, after treatment, resulted in a more neutral, matt colour, in line with the new interior design.
Design icons
Through robust lines and hints of colour, which contrast with the architectural surroundings, the Viruta Lab team aimed to create a masculine aesthetic. Several iconic pieces from the 50s and 70s are laid out on a grey wool carpet. With their distinctive character, these design icons are the main protagonists of the space. The camel colour stands out, contrasting with the chromed and sanded steel.
Given the apartment's limited space, the architects opted for compact but versatile furniture, allowing it to be used in different rooms.
Located in Salesas, a typical Madrid district where the big names in design and art gather, the recently renovated space was originally fragmented and lacking in light - characteristic of homes from the 80s. In the Viruta Lab project, natural light flows into every room, creating a spacious, cosy and bright environment.
Geometry and materiality
Custom-designed by the architectural studio, the centrepiece of the project - a stained glass with a metal frame profile reminiscent of 1950s private clubs - filters the light and distributes it softly and evenly throughout the apartment, conveying a feeling of comfort.
The poem ‘Anocheció Madrid’ was the starting point for this remodelling. Cutting across all the rooms, the cupboards are inspired by an ‘ice urn’, with a light colour and an oak wood frame. The living room and bedroom have two openings, which evoke the image of ‘a diamond in black velvet’, achieved using a dark grey fabric, reminiscent of rainy days in the city of Madrid.
In perfect harmony with the overall aesthetic, the practical and minimalist kitchen features a porcelain countertop with a golden marble effect (also present in the bathroom), with a incorporated shelf. The flooring remained the original - the planks initially had a yellowish tone which, after treatment, resulted in a more neutral, matt colour, in line with the new interior design.
Design icons
Through robust lines and hints of colour, which contrast with the architectural surroundings, the Viruta Lab team aimed to create a masculine aesthetic. Several iconic pieces from the 50s and 70s are laid out on a grey wool carpet. With their distinctive character, these design icons are the main protagonists of the space. The camel colour stands out, contrasting with the chromed and sanded steel.
Given the apartment's limited space, the architects opted for compact but versatile furniture, allowing it to be used in different rooms.
Fore more information, visit Viruta Lab website.
