Resedential

Palladium, Almaty 2024

Area: 36 m²
Interior Design: Fariz Mamedov
Photography: Damir Otegen
Styling: Fariz Mamedov, Aigerim Mamyraliyeva

Project developed: May 2023
Design Completed: March 2024
Photography: June 2024

Small Colorful Apartment Design in Almaty | Fariz Mamedov

When I first walked into this 36 m² apartment in Almaty, Kazakhstan, one thing became clear: the space needed energy! Not the loud, overwhelming kind, but something more subtle, expressed through colors, shapes, and little details.

We started by searching for the perfect layout, thinking not only about functionality but also about where each accent would find its place. I wanted the apartment to feel larger than its actual size, so we brought the walls, ceiling, and concrete floor together in one warm shade by Jotun, introduced rounded corners, arched openings, and mirrored surfaces.

And then we allowed ourselves to have a little fun! Colorful Fritz Hansen chairs, a Jaime Hayon rug for Nanimarquina, the sculptural curves of Verner Panton lighting, and a one-of-a-kind RocketPlastic dining table made from recycled plastic bottle caps — looking more like an art piece than conventional furniture.

We highlighted the sleeping alcove with bold scarlet velvet, while the lounge, TV area, and dining space became one composition — all connected, yet each with its own personality. Art, vintage finds, vinyl records, books, and the owner's most cherished belongings brought in those personal details that make a home truly his.

For me, this small apartment design is all about balance. Between practicality and boldness, color and form, playfulness and softness. And about how even the smallest spaces can leave plenty of room for big design experiments.

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