Apartment in Portugal

This apartment in Portugal by architects Pedro Varela & Renata Pinho of Rucativa Arquitectura, has been featured extensively on various architecture and design publications. Its main feature, the striking divider / bookcase / storage space, a signature for the apartment, and acting separator between the living room and the front entrance.

The renovation involved replacing the floor, adding storage and remodelling the kitchen, laundry room and bathroom. The enormous yellow unit includes a pull-out stool with a smiling face for the children. The kitchen is like a big flipping machine, with a replaceable counter, convertible laundry room and hidden storage in a clean layout.