An Apartment Experienced Through Its Open-Space Living Room

Designed by architect Caroline Andrusko, this 450-square-meter garden apartment in Curitiba was conceived to feel closer to a house than a conventional urban residence, with the living room setting the tone for the entire project.

Garden Apartment in Brazil Living room

Garden Apartment in Brazil Living room open space

Garden Apartment in Brazil Living room wall TV

A double-height ceiling expands the space vertically, while generous glazing opens the interior toward the garden, reinforcing a sense of openness and continuity. The living area is anchored by a large sectional arranged for everyday use, not formality, and framed by a restrained palette of soft neutrals, natural textures, and low-contrast finishes that allow light and proportion to define the atmosphere rather than decoration.

From the living room, the apartment unfolds into a fluid open plan where dining and kitchen areas connect without visual disruption. The TV wall is treated architecturally, combining stone, wood, and integrated storage into a calm, horizontal composition, while the dining area introduces a subtle sense of order through symmetry and material consistency.

Garden Apartment in Brazil dining room

Garden Apartment in Brazil kitchen area

In the kitchen, classical references appear through paneled cabinetry and balanced proportions, reinterpreted within a contemporary layout that keeps the space visually light and socially integrated. Throughout the apartment, the transitions between functions remain soft and intuitive, reinforcing the idea of a home designed around family life, movement, and long-term comfort.

Garden Apartment in Brazil Bedroom

The master bedroom continues the soft, neutral palette with an upholstered headboard wall that adds warmth and acoustic comfort. Textiles and lighting remain understated, reinforcing a calm, restorative atmosphere.

Garden Apartment in Brazil kids room

Custom millwork shapes the children’s bedroom into a cozy, house-like structure that feels playful without becoming thematic. Storage, bed, and shelving are integrated into a single architectural element.

Playroom

Garden Apartment in Brazil kids room playroom

The play area is designed as a natural extension of the home rather than a separate children’s zone, where soft surfaces, climbing elements, and low seating encourage movement and exploration while maintaining visual continuity with the rest of the apartment.

Pastel tones, tactile textiles, and integrated lighting create a space that feels safe, stimulating, and easy to supervise, while a recessed play nook adds depth and offers a quieter corner for reading or rest. Built-in elements help keep toys organized and visually contained, and the watercolor-style wallpaper introduces gentle color and movement without overwhelming the room.

Garden Apartment in Brazil wallpaper kids room

Garden Apartment in Brazil kids room seating

This compact room is designed with precision, combining built-in shelving, a streamlined desk, and controlled lighting. Every surface is optimized to keep the space functional without feeling tight.

Garden Apartment in Brazil narrow room

Marble and travertine finishes define the bathroom with a timeless, tactile quality. The lighting highlights texture while maintaining a calm, spa-like mood.

Garden Apartment in Brazil bathroommarble and travertine

Garden Apartment in Brazil under the stairs wine area

The space beneath the staircase is transformed into a compact wine display and bar area. Custom detailing turns an overlooked zone into a functional and visually striking feature.

Photography Eduardo Macarios

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