This apartment in Tijuca (RJ) is located in a gated community that used to house the
Bom Pastor Convent - the
retrofit that modernized the 1896 building maintains part of the original structure, which was incorporated into the residences. The project by architect
Natália Salla combines history and modernity in
79 m² .
The owner, a 31-year-old man looking for his first single-family home, was drawn to the building’s rich history and unique features, including the
striking original convent windows .
The project's decor includes
industrial elements , such as
exposed bricks and shades of gray and black , which give the space a masculine and urban feel. The
mezzanine , an adaptation favored by the building's high ceilings, adds a special charm to the apartment, reminiscent of a
loft .
The
bathroom , designed to function as a powder room, serves both the owner and their guests, maintaining style and functionality.
Finally,
the convent's original doors and windows lend originality to the living room , combining contemporary design with the address's historical past.
