Shrimp door frames the garden in this apartment with a house-like feel

The interior renovation project, led by the office Rodra Arquitetura – from the cast of CASACOR São Paulo – transformed this 180 m² property in the Jardins neighborhood (SP), into an "apartment that feels like a house". The main request from the owner was to solve the darkness and segmentation of the property, integrating it with the beautiful outdoor green area.

The key solution of the project was the complete opening of the openings between the living room and the garden, using a shrimp door that allows the full integration of the projects, keeping the garden framed.

The renovation involved a complete update of the infrastructure, including electrical and plumbing, as well as addressing a serious moisture issue. To do this, it was necessary to break all the flooring of the outdoor area to channel the rainwater and replace it with a new coating that harmonized with the garden.

The aesthetic conception was based on a light palette, natural tones, and the use of delicate metalwork. The projects inside represent a sophisticated mix of design, featuring furniture such as the restored yellow Jacarandá armchair and a Jangada armchair acquired from an antique shop. Art is a strong point, with works by Arnaldo de Melo, Leonilson, Gê Viana, and José Bezerra's sculpture, giving personality to the space.