1990s interiors erased: Designers reveal renovation costs for a 39 sqm loft
Translated from Lithuanian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.
At a glance
- A 39 sqm loft apartment, previously characterized by bright 1990s-style decor, has undergone a complete renovation.
- Designers removed dated elements like colorful moldings, lamps, and mosaic tiles to create a functional living space.
- The renovation focused on maximizing the use of limited natural light and transforming the area into a comfortable home.
A loft apartment, measuring 39 square meters, has shed its distinctly 1990s aesthetic, characterized by vibrant and now-dated design choices. The interior featured striking blue and yellow ceiling moldings, red light fixtures, an orange refrigerator, and red mosaic tiles in the bathroom, creating a visually busy and arguably outdated atmosphere.
Designers Audronฤ Ambrazienฤ and Daiva Poceviฤienฤ, who led the project, prioritized removing these "morally obsolete" elements. Their approach involved stripping the space down to its bare concrete structure. This foundational step allowed for a complete reimagining of the apartment, focusing on functionality and modern living.
The primary challenge for the designers was the loft's limited natural light. The renovation aimed to optimize the small space, making it suitable for comfortable daily living. By removing the excessive and clashing colors and patterns of the previous decade, the designers created a cleaner, more adaptable canvas.
While the article mentions the cost of the renovation, the specific figure is not provided in the text. However, the focus remains on the transformation from a space filled with the distinct, often overwhelming, design trends of the 1990s to a more streamlined and livable modern loft.
Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.