KUBUS
The Kubus project explores Nordic functionalism through the design of a modern apartment. Inspired by architects such as Arne Korsmo, the concept emphasizes rationality, simplicity, and the honest use of materials. The goal was to merge aesthetic clarity with practical solutions, creating a holistic living environment where every element serves a purpose.
Moodboard
Living room
Upon entering the living room, one is greeted by a warm and inviting color palette of soft yellow, red, and light blue. These colors harmonize with the hallway—where blue walls and oak dominate—and are inspired by Nordic functionalism, with references to architects such as Arne Korsmo. The innermost wall is clad in oak, continuing the material choice from the bar area, creating a cohesive flow throughout the interior.​
​​​​Reading nook
To define the different zones in the room—dining area, lounge, and reading nook—rugs have been strategically placed to create natural transitions between the spaces. In the reading nook, a large bookshelf stretches all the way to the ceiling, maximizing the vertical space while eliminating the need for dusting on top. The bookshelf is made from the same oak as the wall, creating a seamless and integrated aesthetic, almost blending into the architecture itself.
Entrance
The entrance area blends functionality and aesthetics, featuring clean lines inspired by Nordic functionalism. A large mirror enhances the sense of space, while floor-to-ceiling wardrobes offer ample storage and easy maintenance.
The color palette, a light blue shade, reflects the Scandinavian design tradition. This color creates a calm, inviting atmosphere and underlines the interior's clean aesthetic.
​​​​​​Dining area
The dining area features a glass table with wooden legs. The transparency of the glass adds lightness to the space, ensuring the table does not visually overwhelm an already active zone. The chairs are the iconic Wishbone Chairs, a natural choice in an interior with functionalist traits.
Lighting has been carefully designed to maintain balance. Since the room already benefits from abundant natural light, adding too many fixtures would have created uneven illumination. Discreet ceiling spotlights from &Tradition have therefore been installed, providing even lighting without disturbing the overall expression.
The floor is laid with retro oak parquet, a choice that brings visual interest and introduces a necessary element of pattern to the space. On the walls, artworks by Edvard Munch and David Hockney reinforce the historical references and color palette of the interior, while also creating a bridge to the era when functionalism reached its peak.
Fireplace nook
Further along the hallway, the space opens to a bar and fireplace area designed for storage and entertaining. The custom-made bar, clad in oak and marble, adds both warmth and elegance, while the marble wall references Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona Pavilion.
A modern suspended fireplace emphasizes the clean lines of functionalism, with a fireproof base ensuring safety and durability. Oak veneer walls bring natural texture, depth, and a cohesive link to the rest of the interior.
Schematic of the bar
Floorplan with furniture