What greater challenge for a designer than to make a good interior building, built hundreds of years ago?
The apartment, which we present is located in Old Jaffa, Israel. This is one of the oldest cities in the world, it is unique in that it is located just above the port, overlooking the Mediterranean. The building in which the dwelling is located a few hundred years, it is impossible to determine exactly how many. The generations of inhabitants have changed elements, details and placements to reach these days when much of the authentic works is irrevocably damaged.The architects from Pitsou Kedem decided to achieve an effect by removing all the extra layers of floor, walls and ceiling and exposed original structure built of traditional materials, one of which is a mixture of clay and sand of the sea.
The minimalist furniture pleasantly contrasts with the construction of other times and ages, as we see in the dining room and living room.
The interior solutions include more open spaces and even transparent shower in the bedroom.

Based in Stockholm, Erik Andersson Architects is an international architectural companies, establishing a modern architecture and urban planning. The following photos show one of their projects. The apartment is decided in the black, which is very surprising for Swedish design. I love the black color, it adds mystery of the interior. The white lights here and there and a few decorative elements, such as chairs or walls have peace, space and contrast. For some it is difficult to perceive absolute black interior, but for me the feeling to haunt this house would be wonderful!
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