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Triplex penthouse with a home feel and perfect for entertaining | Open House with Manuela Santos and Paula Scholte

2023-09-12 19:53:50

Photos: André Nazereth / Disclosure

In this 160m2 triplex penthouse, there is no shortage of comfort. With a homely feel, each space was designed to accommodate and receive very well, without giving the feeling of coldness so common in larger projects.

The project was designed by architects Manuela Santos and Paula Scholte, who always form partnerships. The challenge of making the triplex cozy without losing its elegance was tackled, and the property in Alto Leblon is today a truly inviting and charming home. The outdoor area of the roof even looks like a backyard!

The secret to the success of this apartment was to invest in beautiful architectural solutions, such as the shutter that integrates or separates the TV room from the external area, and in combining the clients’ tastes with what was possible in the project’s layout, such as the beautiful top floor home office. And voilá: a cozy triplex!

Furthermore, many works of art, paintings on the walls, mirrors strategically positioned to bring greenery into the interior, natural materials and beautiful design pieces make the apartment unique. I took a tour of it all and I guarantee: it’s worth seeing this week’s Open House!

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Casa de Valentina: How is the triplex divided?

Manuela Santos and Paula Scholte: Right at the entrance, the hall had all the walls painted emerald green, creating a box that highlights the entrance to the apartment and also camouflages the kitchen and bathroom doors. On the ground floor, the living and dining areas have their positions reversed so that the trees on the building’s facade act as a perfect background for the space, bringing nature inside. Organic mirrors, the sculptural paper lamp by designer Thomaz Velho and the use of materials such as straw, wood and linen help to bring an air of coziness.

CV: Did you look for any clever solutions to give the apartment that cozy feel?

Manuela Santos and Paula Scholte: This apartment has a lot of greenery in the windows. So, we also chose to invest in natural materials in sober tones such as straw and field peroba to bring that welcoming air that was a desire of the residents.

CV: And what is the biggest highlight of the ad coverage?

Manuela Santos and Paula Scholte: On the roof lies the great charm of the apartment: a small terrace where young residents welcome friends for meetings, barbecues and parties. The wall with artistic painting by Giuliana Favero is the highlight of the space, which also has a tiled bench and a small covered area for the support kitchen that has a corten steel and straw covering.

CV: How was the Home Office designed?

Manuela Santos and Paula Scholte: The floor also has a small home office integrated into this external area and a TV room with a wooden frame that can be completely closed, to eventually become a third bedroom. Everything is very functional, charming and welcoming.