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Sumit Singhal
Sumit Singhal loves modern architecture. He comes from a family of builders who have built more than 20 projects in the last ten years near Delhi in India. He has recently started writing about the architectural projects that catch his imagination. Gentlemen’s Apartment in Riga, Latvia by Open AD architectsJuly 14th, 2021 by Sumit Singhal
Article source: Open AD architects Located in a grand Art Nouveau building, the apartment spans across its top two floors, including an adapted attic. Open AD was tasked with its complete transformation from floor plan to furniture and fixtures. Inspired by the location, history of the building and the client’s lifestyle, we created an apartment that combines the old and new. An apartment of playful yet elegant contrasts.  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects
 Image Courtesy © Open AD architects Historically, the front-facing interiors would have been more lavish, while the back of the building was reserved for subtle staff quarters. This is a contrast we chose to preserve with shared living quarters on the street side and bedrooms towards the back. We also ensured a change in atmosphere and aesthetics between both floors. A dramatic statement staircase creates the impression of levitating and guides residents between the two levels both physically and psychologically. Any new volumes such as the silver bathroom unit are designed to stand out against the historical setting. The apartment is home to two adult gentlemen – a father and son. The robust natural materials and the colour palette we chose are an interpretation of masculinity. A backdrop with features such as bespoke wood panelling and marble surfaces creates an evocative setting for the handpicked designer furniture. Yet we haven’t forgotten about fun and features to help separate work and play. Lighting helps conjure different moods and sensations. The sauna area is a space to relax and let loose in the comfort of one’s own home. And the quirky tower becomes a grown-up treehouse or man cave.  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects  Image Courtesy © Open AD architects
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