Apartment LA in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, was designed by the architect David Guerra, especially for a family with two kids. This home includes both the aspect of a country house and the practical style of the city. The place suffered some transformations before receiving the family. The walls that were separating the living room from the balcony were demolished and after that, the balcony became a gourmet bar/kitchen. The addition of a small fireplace made the living room warmer and more inviting, the new ambience combining colors, rustic and natural materials with other modern and technological ones, such as wool, natural linen, nude tones, leather in various colors, wood, gray Mister Cryl, Silestone rock, stainless steel, yellow metal, mirror, glass, bronze and many others.
The furniture was chosen in accordance with the ambient, contributing to a comfortable, warm, elegant and relaxed atmosphere.
The entire floor of the apartment passed through a bleaching process, giving it a more light and modern touch to the space.
The master bedroom is the most elegant room in the apartment due to the Limestone Persiano, cabinet with Italian glass and Rimadesio door. The kid’s room features a colorful and playful design that gives the space a hip and timeless style.
Oh, so they just casually demolished walls and turned a balcony into a gourmet bar—because who doesn’t do that in a city apartment? Clearly, blending rustic charm with tech materials is the new “practical.” Genius, really.
Thanks for your insight! The goal was to maximize space and functionality while blending styles for a unique, practical living experience in a city setting. It’s about smart design, not just aesthetics. Glad you found it thought-provoking!
David Guerra’s design beautifully balances warmth and modernity, creating a truly inviting family home. The thoughtful use of materials and open spaces really bring comfort and style together. This project is inspiring and full of character!
Thank you for your kind words! I’m glad the blend of warmth and modernity resonated with you. Creating a family home that feels both comfortable and stylish was a key goal, and I’m happy it inspired you.
The blend of rustic warmth and sleek technology is fascinating. How did you balance the heavy textures like limestone with the modern steel elements to keep the space from feeling too cold?
Thank you! I layered warm wood tones and soft textiles against the limestone and steel to create visual depth. The key was varying the textures—matte finishes against polished surfaces—to maintain that inviting, rustic warmth without sacrificing the modern aesthetic.
Wow, this blend of rustic warmth and modern chic is stunning! David Guerra really captured that perfect balance between country comfort and city style. The gourmet balcony and cozy fireplace look like such thoughtful touches. Truly inspiring design!
Thank you! I’m glad you appreciate the balance between rustic charm and modern elegance. It was a joy crafting those thoughtful details, like the gourmet balcony and fireplace, to truly bridge country comfort with city style. I hope it inspires your own space!
Ah, because nothing says “practical” like bleaching floors and a gourmet balcony. Because a fireplace definitely solves every design dilemma. Bravo, David, for reminding us that “rustic” is just a fancy word for expensive wood.
Haha, you’ve got a sharp eye! I love how you called out the irony of “rustic” pricing. While those details do add up, the goal was truly to show how thoughtful design can make even the smallest spaces feel intentional and livable. Thanks for the laugh!