A Paris Pied–à–Terre

Paris Apartment by Studio Razavi Architecture | Photo by Stephan Julliard

SET IN…

an apartment building hailing from the period just prior to Baron Haussmann’s redesign of Paris (1853 – 1970), this 220 square meter pied–à–terre bears the marks of Greek influence – a style that would ultimately give way to the neoclassical leanings of later Haussmannian buildings.

Photography by Stephan Julliard

WITH VISIONS…

of restoring the property to its early 19th century glory, the apartment’s new owners turned to Studio Razavi Architecture – a firm known for their sensitive mediation between engineering and architectural culture.

Photography by Stephan Julliard

WHILE…

the team opted for a radical reconfiguration of space – moving the kitchen adjacent to the front entrance and placing the master suite where the kitchen once stood – great care was also taken in the maintenance and revitalization of the home’s original details; the results of which shine especially bright in the intricate patterning of the flat’s rehabilitated wood floors and plaster-work.

Photography by Stephan Julliard

THIS EMPHASIS…

on restoration was balanced with an ample dose of modern / contemporary style, with highligts including a custom Mondrian-inspired bookcase by project architect Alireza Razavi and a well appointed curation of iconic 20-21st century furnishings by decorator Sylvie Acker.