This stunning attic apartment spotted on Nuevo Estilo is
located in the old city of Bilbao, Spain, rehabilitated by interior
designer Mikel
Larrinaga. The home is situated in a neoclassical building with an
incredible terrace oasis with views, a luxury in the center of the
city. Although the interior left much to be desired, with its compartmentalized
spaces, obsolete finishes and old installations, Mikel had a great vision
of the future that the home offered. One of the fundamental objectives was
to orient the home out towards the terrace, creating a nice aesthetic.
After applying an in-depth rehabilitation, the old floor has become an
apartment filled with light, updated interiors and plenty of comfort.
During the reformation, the designer discovered an element of
surprise while demolishing the false ceiling and revealing a double height,
taking advantage of the space and turning it into a loft. He retained part of
the structure and created a network of iron and wood on which rests the
bedroom. Some of the constructive elements were left exposed, such as
a brick wall and wood beams. The interiors were painted white to create
brightness and oak flooring was used throughout except for the bathroom. The
home is a mix of flea market and vintage finds merging with chairs of
industrial origin and hints of design, with the dressing of personal
details, souvenirs and artworks.
