Set within a 1970s building in Barcelona’s Eixample neighborhood, this refurbishment is organized around the district’s defining urban feature: the chamfer. Situated directly on the 45-degree corner of the block, the apartment features a unique, long street-facing facade. This geometry allows natural light to reach the depth of the floor plan while offering multi-directional views. Floor-to-ceiling windows line the perimeter, opening onto a continuous wraparound terrace.
The design leverages the existing steel structure to eliminate unnecessary partitions. Instead of a traditional wall layout, the layout uses independent volumes to define the space, maintaining long internal sightlines. These volumes contain private functions, leaving the communal areas open to the facade and creating a an irregular diagonal space that links the terrace to the kitchen.
The internal configuration prioritizes spatial flexibility. Sliding doors allow bedrooms and bathrooms to be partitioned or opened as needed, while a versatile study space can be integrated into the living area or the primary suite. A uniform ceiling height reinforces the horizontality of the plan.
To improve thermal performance, the original wooden windows are being restored and retrofitted with double glazing, preserving the building’s original facade elements. The material selection is intended as a dialogue between the building’s 1970s origins and the specific family heritage of the inhabitants.
Apartment in Eixample
Barcelona, Spain
under construction
