The layout and storage systems were designed with particular precision to ensure maximum functionality in every square meter. During the design process, we consulted a professional organizing specialist to achieve an optimal result.

Project Name: 100m² Apart in L‑Town
Studio Name: Starikova.Architects
Location: L-Town residential complex, Chelyabinsk
Area: 100 m²
Photographer: Liza Gurovskaya

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Clients and their wishes
The clients wanted a modern minimalist interior that would feel comfortable and practical for a family of four.

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Key design and architectural solutions
The main feature of the living room is an unconventional seating arrangement. Instead of a traditional TV-centered layout, the focus was placed on communication, with sofas positioned opposite each other to encourage dialogue.

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The most unusual element
The living room acts as a transitional space dividing the house into two zones: the master block and the children’s block. This feature is emphasized by decorative champagne-colored arches framing the doorways.

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What matters most in this project
The greatest value of this project is that the interior truly resonated with its owners. This space was created specifically for them, and that emotional response is what we are most proud of.

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