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Elif Ayse Sen4 November 20251 Mins read319
43m² Apartment Innovates by Dividing Spaces Without Losing a Sense of Openness
Located in Pinheiros (São Paulo), the project by Zalc Arquitetura relies on custom millwork and a glass partition to create multifunctional spaces with strong identity
Elif Ayse Sen4 November 20251 Mins read319
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In the 43m² MT apartment, the main challenge was to expand the spaces without fully integrating them — building privacy between the social and intimate areas. Glass, blinds, and multifunctional environments were some of the strategies used to design a practical, functional, and timeless home, signed by Zalc Arquitetura.
The few existing walls were demolished to gain area; the guest bathroom was reduced to enlarge the bedroom, and the terrace was integrated into the layout. Without walls, the solution was to install a glass partition between the bedroom and kitchen, combined with a blind. This allows the resident to choose between complete separation or integration, always maintaining a barrier that prevents odors and grease from spreading.
Right at the entrance, a compact home office was added. The laundry area was discreetly hidden within the kitchen cabinetry. On the terrace, the dining table designed by the office can be raised or lowered automatically through steel cables and a motor concealed in the ceiling, allowing more flexibility when hosting guests.
In the bedroom, a glass-door closet and low bed enhance the sense of spaciousness, while light wood brings uniformity and warmth to the space. The custom cabinetry combines ebony wood with blue accents. Shades of gray, black, and white also dominate the project, creating an impactful yet minimalist identity. On the ceiling, cabinetry integrates concealed lighting within a grid structure, producing a unique and eye-catching effect.
The terrace’s folding chairs, sourced from an antique shop, make it easy to rearrange the layout when the table is lifted.
With creative solutions and elements that add a homely touch, the MT apartment is a practical and functional space that welcomes its resident with comfort and personality.
Photos: Guilherme Pucci
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