Apartment in the Badaevskiy

The apartment is located in a landmark project for Moscow — the «Badaevsky» residential complex, in a building designed by the world-renowned architectural firm Herzog & de Meuron. The very architecture of the building dictates special rules of the game: a monolith on «legs,» literally lifted off the ground, floor-to-ceiling panoramic glazing (from concrete screed to concrete ceiling), and the complex, shifted geometry of the facade, which shapes the unique layout and creates internal balconies.

The main idea of the interior was to follow the architecture. We avoided imposing a rigid grid of partitions on the space, allowing the form of the facade to dictate the internal division into rooms. This gave birth to the functional structure: two bedrooms, a study, and, of course, the very heart of the apartment — the kitchen-living room, to which we gave the best, most striking corner view.

The space is filled with air and light. In the finishes and furnishing, we created an interior that resonates with the brutalist aesthetic of Herzog & de Meuron, yet is filled with warmth. Key iconic design pieces enter into a dialogue with our own custom-designed objects: graphic chairs, a minimalist floor lamp, a simple coffee table, and a kitchen island with integrated edge lighting that creates a floating effect.

The boldest and most interesting solution in the project became the master bedroom. We introduced a monumental block into its volume, divided into two functional parts and clad in different types of marble.

The first module of the block is dedicated to the bathroom. The central element here is the bathtub itself, placed right by the window. Behind it are the sinks. This setup offers a unique experience: while washing your face or taking a bath, you observe the city panorama from a bird’s-eye view, feeling as if you are floating above Moscow.

The second module is the sleeping area. Instead of a traditional bed, we placed a large, high mattress on a podium, covered with a huge wool blanket with long, incredibly plush pile. The main effect of this space is built on contrast: the cold, polished smoothness of the marble and the warmth, the softness of the tactile blanket. This contrast creates a feeling of absolute coziness and security.

We paid special attention to the apartment’s entrance, turning it into a full-fledged gallery. Upon entering, you find yourself in a long corridor, the visual focal point of which is a sculpture set against a large window at the far end.

Right by the entrance, we placed a functional block that combines a guest bathroom, laundry room, and walk-in closet. To access it, you need to step up into a small alcove. Its architecture is treated as an art object: a small table for flowers is placed in the center, and the alcove itself is clad in stainless steel panels with a large, expressive weave. This shimmering, almost textile-like metal sets the tone for the entire gallery, contrasting with the concrete surfaces and preparing you for the encounter with the apartment’s main spaces.