The clients of interior design firm Schmidt Holzinger had a bold vision: striking architectural moments coupled with a restrained palette of color and materials. Yet achieving this balance presented a unique challenge—the apartment spans two distinct building structures. The original, recently revitalized section houses the entrance, guest areas, and bathrooms, while the new extension contains the open living and dining spaces along with a bedroom and dressing room. The designers faced a genuine test: creating a connecting passage that honored the minimalist aesthetic while uniting both sections into a cohesive home.

The color restraint is striking—a disciplined palette of whites and greys that extends across upholstered pieces, curtains, and accessories. Every door and built-in surface wears a soft, matte white sanded lacquer finish. The flooring flows seamlessly with a grey microcement coating, a treatment echoed on bathroom walls and floors in the same cement grey tone.

Connecting the two sections required a bold move: a 15-meter corridor that transforms two separate building parts into one unified residence. Along its left wall runs a handle-free cabinetry system—perfectly linear, without interruption. A ceiling-mounted light channel traces the corridor's full length, accentuating the pristine white fronts. The real surprise awaits at the corridor's end: a hidden home office that only reveals itself when the desk surface folds down into view.

The extension showcases dramatic 4-meter ceilings that accommodate both kitchen and bedroom with spatial generosity. A ceiling light channel in the kitchen allows floor-to-ceiling cabinetry to integrate seamlessly overhead. Essential kitchen functions—sink, cooktop, oven—vanish behind flip doors when not in use, maintaining clean lines throughout. The bedroom features an equally commanding element: a 4-meter wardrobe with sliding doors rises behind the bed, offering substantial storage while containing the visual variety of clothing. Closed, this tall storage piece reinforces the calm, minimalist environment—creating the serene backdrop necessary for true rest.

www.schmidtholzinger.de

Photography Credits:

Kaiser Schäfer Fotoworks
kaiser-schaefer.de

(Published in CUBE Frankfurt 02|21)