She designed the interior of an old, disused boiler room and, once the work was finished, the ultra-compact structure became a pleasant-looking guesthouse.
As the object itself is very small, it was important to use the vertical space as efficiently as possible, so the designer built the second level of the apartment.
Living room on the first floor, which also serves as a dining room. The interior consists of a sofa and a folding table, which are used for dining and otherwise kept under the staircase. It also has a surprisingly comfortable and functional kitchen.
A full width ship staircase leads to a mezzanine level where you have access to a tiny bathroom and to a closet with sliding doors. Opposite it is a full-fledged double bed.
This object was designed as a guest house, but it seems to be more comfortable and sympathetic than many much more spacious apartments, due to its thoughtful design, high ceilings and an abundance of daylight.
What do you think of it?? Would you call this tiny structure your home?
Could you please explain the process of creating a living space from a boiler room in Christy Azevedo’s master class? I’m intrigued by the idea and would love to learn more about the steps, challenges, and recommendations for successfully converting this type of space into a functional dwelling. Thank you!