Brazilian Abode with Understated Style

April Kennedy April Kennedy
Apto. Rio de Janeiro, RSRG Arquitetos RSRG Arquitetos Ruang Keluarga Minimalis
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Luxurious homes are often associated with ornate, plush furnishings and glitzy features. At the opposite extreme, luxury is often combined with an extreme aesthetic such as minimalism. But in this home, the team from RSRG Architects have created a space that manages to exude sophistication with a minimalistic decor, vibrant colour and careful use of quality natural materials.

The apartment is located in Rio de Janeiro and that pretty much guarantees there will be a vibrant use of colour and some interesting artworks. But all that has been employed with a beautifully executed sense of restraint. This is an apartment possesses an understated style that is sure to appeal to sophisticates. This is a home for those who appreciate how a sense of luxurious abundance can unfold quietly in expansive spaces and low-key furnishings. For more details and gorgeous photos, come with us on a tour of this lovely apartment.

Stylish furnishings and sophisticated design

The large and rather simple space of the living room has been furnished with low-lying furniture in subdued tones of blue and earthy browns. One entire wall is made of glass, but the natural flow of light has been softened with a fine gauzy white curtain. While the furniture may vary, most of it is low lying in contrast to the large contemporary painting covering one wall and the simple white reading lamp. There is lots of space between each element and the glassy, reflective low coffee table reflects that lovely soft light. This is a living room for relaxing.

Parquet floors

The apartment has gorgeous dark wooden parquet flooring. The large concrete support beams have also been left unpolished. The raw surfaces of concrete add a fine contrast to the highly polished floor. Perhaps it also reveals the influence of Japanese architecture and the practice of incorporating imperfect surfaces.

From this angle we also have a good sense of the open plan layout of the apartment. A fine, bold yellow sofa occupies the foreground, while the living room occupies the distant left and the dining area can be seen on the far right.

Classic Scandinavian wood furniture

In the dining area we have a fine example of a Scandinavian influenced dining room. The wooden dining table and white accents blend into the white walls and wooden floor for an effortlessly cool Scandinavian decor. Much of the elegance seen here is also due to the minimalistic ambience and light, spare accessories. Contemporary artworks add interest to one wall while a white, contemporary lamp adds potential ambience to the space.

Large and extremely functional kitchen

It's easy to overthink the potential of a large kitchen space. Here we have a great example of how effective a simple, straightforward kitchen layout can be. This large space possesses double sinks, two fridges and built in appliances. Warmth and colour has been introduced with the central wooden dining table and organic blue pendant lights.

Fine detailing such as the handleless cupboard doors and stainless steel fittings add a sophisticated touch.

Stylish use of art

In the bedroom, again we can see the easy sophistication of low lying furniture and wooden finishes. A Scandinavian inspired retro table, the wooden wall and unfussy bed have an understated touch. In an inspired touch, all the colour and flamboyant flair has been introduced through a unique oil painting. The dominant shapes and colours in the painting add an organic and interesting element to the room. It's a classy touch.

Folding study cabinets

For our final photo, we'll look at the study. We love this room simply because of the gorgeous wood surfaces. The parquet floor blends into the wooden desk and wooden wall cabinets. These are an interesting touch. Here we have bi-folding doors that can be folded back to allow the shelves to work as a wall display, or closed for a strictly minimalist look.

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