Fencing & Decking

 

The initial concept of the loft has evolved greatly over the years. In the beginning, the spaces were left practically intact with wooden beams, loading bays, brickwork, and iron or stone finishes. All of these elements, rescued from the abandoned buildings where this type of dwelling was based, would be later adapted for domestic use. The reusing of these materials required the innovation of their finishes and applications to achieve a style originating from the fusion of the old and the new.

The majority of these projects create a space with light colored walls and ceilings that enhance the structures and materials originating from the old industrial buildings. In order to separate the private rooms from the shared spaces, which are normally together in the same zones, elements that create subtle divisions were used, such as low and unfinished walls, the furniture itself or even cubes inserted in the middle of the floor. Another option, when the apartment has very high ceilings, is the construction of another level that takes up half of the floor space overlooking the rest of the loft. In this way, the rest areas are easily distributed in relation to the service areas.