A Dialogue with the City
The uniqueness of this apartment lies in its expansive panoramic windows, offering breathtaking views of the city and garden. It feels as though the city itself leans in, becoming part of the space.
This undeniable advantage shaped the design approach, making it essential to embrace rather than overshadow. The silhouettes of iconic buildings and the lush greenery of the garden seamlessly integrate into the interior, becoming an organic extension of its concept.
Rather than competing with the surrounding landscape, the design enhances it—creating a harmonious unity between the interior and the world beyond.
The clients had spent years living in a spacious private home, accustomed to open space and a close connection with nature.
Designers always take the surrounding environment into account when creating an interior. However, Astana’s skyline is evolving at lightning speed—a young city still in search of its architectural identity. Without a unified architectural style, there is no clear aesthetic to extend into the interior…
By moving beyond the conventional "architecture-interior" relationship, we focused on unique spatial flow and timeless materials.
Through a thoughtful reimagining of the space, it now feels significantly larger—perceived as 300–400 m², despite its actual 160 m² footprint.
The Silver River marble takes on a unique presence in a modern context—its intricate veining and texture evoke the fluid motion of a river, shimmering as light moves across its surface.
The atmosphere is enriched by deep, refined eucalyptus tones in the wall finishes, some of which are complemented by a soft powdered clay paint.
The interior’s color palette draws inspiration from ethnic influences—the damp earth after rain, nuanced shades of gray, the hues of an autumn forest, and warm whites. These natural motifs flow through the walls, textiles, and furniture, creating a space that feels organic, grounding, and timeless.
Two independent bedrooms have been designed to ensure that each family member enjoys their own private retreat, offering both comfort and seclusion. This zoning approach allows for a harmonious balance between personal spaces and the shared areas of the apartment.
The distinctive parquet texture in the bedroom carries echoes of the past, evoking the feeling of wood sourced from a picturesque estate in France or Italy.
The interior exudes a calm, meditative atmosphere, with a thoughtfully planned layout. The desk and bed are positioned to face two panoramic windows, offering an uninterrupted view of the botanical garden, pond, and fountain—a constant source of inspiration.
The apartment features two bedrooms, allowing the owners the freedom to choose where to spend their time—entirely based on their mood.
One feels like a retreat, a space for relaxation and escape, while the other serves as a versatile bedroom-study, designed for both rest and productivity.
With its light tones and fully equipped workspace, this compact room is an integral part of the larger project, seamlessly aligned with the apartment’s overall design language.
While the materials remain consistent—wood-paneled walls and parquet flooring—the atmosphere here is entirely distinct, proving that even familiar elements can create a completely different experience.
Inspired by the finest traditions of luxury villa design, the master bathroom embodies spaciousness, functionality, and aesthetics.
The layout is divided into two distinct zones: the sanitary area and a dedicated bathing space, where the bathtub and shower are housed in a separate room. This thoughtful approach allowed for the installation of soft, warm-to-the-touch parquet flooring in the dry areas—enhancing both comfort and tactile pleasure.
Imagine stepping onto the wooden floor barefoot in the morning, feeling its natural warmth and smooth texture underfoot—a simple yet deeply luxurious experience.
The expansive 6 m² shower area features both a bathtub and a hammam-effect shower, transforming daily rituals into a spa-like retreat. One of the walls is clad in an exceptional rare granite, displayed like a single, breathtaking artwork. Its rugged, textured “torn stone” finish adds an extraordinary tactile dimension, making this space feel both powerful and serene.
A spacious walk-in closet was designed as a standalone room, offering a captivating panoramic view—because in this apartment, every space benefits from windows overlooking the Botanical Garden.
The Poliform wardrobe system is the epitome of refinement: sleek lines, a tailored aesthetic, and flawless craftsmanship. The designers combined glass-fronted sections with closed storage, introducing a distinctive detail—doors upholstered in deep wine-colored natural linen, adding texture, warmth, and a touch of understated luxury.
