NEVER TOO SMALL: Prada Green Spanish Journalist’s Apartment, Madrid 46sqm/495sqm

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5 ай бұрын

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Set in a 1930s block in the centre of Madrid, the aptly named Menta (meaning mint) features a very specific shade of pale green inspired by the one used by Prada since the 90s. The redesign involved relocating the kitchen to the central hallway, opening up the living area and creating a space for a custom floor-to-ceiling modular bookshelf to house the client’s large book collection. Translucent polycarbonate pocket doors divide the living and kitchen space when needed, whilst still allowing natural light to pass through. A series of strategically placed mirrors throughout enhance the sense of light and space, the largest of which is a multipurpose wall of mirrors at the entrance, containing a door to the bedroom, the laundry, general storage and integrated fridge for the kitchen. Through carefully considered spatial strategies and consistent materials, the team at gon architects have created a light, open and, above all, functional space.
#smallapartment #architecture #interiordesign
Ep 159
Project Name: Menta
Architect: gon-architects.com/
Produced by New Mac Video Agency
Creator: Colin Chee
Director: Nam Tran
Cinematographer: Andrew Davies
Producer: Lindsay Barnard
Editor: Jessica Ruasol
Music: Soft Rode by O.K. & Walking June in the Rain by Jon Gegelman from Artlist.io
AI Translation and Dubbing: Eleven Labs: www.elevenlabs.io/?from=partn...

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@millislim 5 ай бұрын

This channel made me realize I really don't want a bigger house. I want a better designed house.

@SF-ru3lp 5 ай бұрын

I'm with you there, Milli!... clever, hardworking spaces. G Ire

@1234eau 5 ай бұрын

Amen!

@Khigha87 5 ай бұрын

Amen to that! My sentiments exactly. I watched this channel for the creativity and quality of design features resulting in efficiency of use of space. Having more space isn't a solution when it's utilised poorly.

@pj101 5 ай бұрын

And more money

@garotadagavea 5 ай бұрын

Yes!

@HeHimHeaux 5 ай бұрын

Amazing! Love the fact the client stated they don’t cook much but has lots of books. So, a broken up kitchen and huge wall bookshelf were the priority. Also, the lighted glass covered bathroom vanity is a nice touch! 🟩⬛️

@annepoitrineau5650 5 ай бұрын

Me too, cos I have a lot of books too!

@miriammcfarlane6972 5 ай бұрын

I watch these NTS videos around bedtime, and they make me feel so tranquil! Well done on your meditative aura to these!

@uniqdzign2 5 ай бұрын

This is excellent "client-centric" work, which has considered the clients needs perfectly. I like the pocket doors too, a great way to allow the light throughout. As a designer, I would have picked up the colour of the original radiators too, somewhere, but that's just me. Very nice turn around of a small apartment.

@antwainclarke3406 5 ай бұрын

How the architect managed to make the living room, bedroom and bathroom feel so spacious is an enviable acheivement. The strategic placing of the mirrors to both visually extend the walls and illumiate the apartment is such a big win. Well done!

@user-lk3zf5gi8y 5 ай бұрын

Great use of floor ceiling storage and the sliding door that can separate the dining/kitchen and living room and which can turn the living room to a guest room. Oh and that shade of green is really beautiful! 👏

@mariastathopoulos744 5 ай бұрын

The storage solutions are fantastic in the kitchen and loungeroom. Having a single toilet as part of an ensuite to the main bedroom is an awkward floorplan. When a guest needs to use the toilet they must enter via the bedroom. I would have had a separate toilet with a pedestal basin (very small powder room) on the other side of the bathroom.

@esikazemese 5 ай бұрын

omg, what a good point! so much for the privacy in the living room... if they need to come through my room to pee.

@grigorisgirl 5 ай бұрын

Yes that was my worry too. Could the entrance to the loo not be made from the hall rather than the bedroom? Maybe the owner doesn’t ever have people staying over🤷‍♀️ Otherwise a lovely job, well done.

@ryankwan1934 5 ай бұрын

@@grigorisgirl Looking at the floor plan, the only way to do that is by eating into the bedroom space or foregoing the mirror storage cabinets.

@grigorisgirl 5 ай бұрын

@@ryankwan1934 Tricky yes, but I’d give up a wardrobe for a private loo. But then I don’t have a lot of clothes..

@tigerkuma1011 5 ай бұрын

The architect is how I imagine every man in Madrid to be. He is charming.

@tuppence937 5 ай бұрын

Love that glass doored bathroom cabinet with integrated lighting and mirrored interior back cabinet wall. Not something I have seen in many bathrooms and looks really stylish.

@jenniferneve2723 5 ай бұрын

I love the red accents, especially the radiator pipes. Something that is normally considered an eyesore is turned into an art feature.

@munbok 5 ай бұрын

Absolutely love this specific tone of green! I do like this apartment, but the overly extensive use of mirrors is quite disorientating.

@yonan3232 5 ай бұрын

I see open shelves full with books and other artifacts, I click like

@evalue7517 5 ай бұрын

Bravo. Not only does the apartment has smart storage & layout, it's warm, cozy & elegant from your well thought design & mateen's.

@user-qv3zl7zk5p 5 ай бұрын

I LOVE the work of this architect. He made the best out of this awkward apartment.

@lichilow5194 5 ай бұрын

I get that mirror can create a more spacious space, but mirrors everywhere? You really have to love to stare at yourself all the time to wanna have such interior. I personally want to look at myself when I choose, not when I open the fridge.

@NatashaVincent 5 ай бұрын

That might be the perfect time to look at oneself. That said, I was immediately concerned about cleaning fingerprints and potential for cracked mirrors

@Nini00000 5 ай бұрын

@@NatashaVincent 🤣 definitely effective for a diet!

@amyoungil 5 ай бұрын

I feel that this design offers "unity" throughout the apartment. Also lovely. And I'mso impressed with all the English-language skills of the international architects and designers.

@virginiadominguezcarrera8816 5 ай бұрын

Every time Gon Architects appear I know I'm going to love the concept of the house. Congatulations ❤ The only thing that I feel weird is having a mirror just in the entry, so strange to see yourself reflectect while you enter!

@eattherich9215 5 ай бұрын

There are all together too many mirrored surfaces. I could never get away from myself.😂

@amyoungil 5 ай бұрын

I realize that if a space (like mine) is a bit cluttered, mirrors just make it look more cluttered.

@brucecpaine4597 5 ай бұрын

This has got to be my favourite apartment for a long time …. Simple, elegant, functional and fab. Well done NTS… love the channel.👍😎

@margomidwinter4325 5 ай бұрын

Nicely done, with the room dividers, lighting and storage. I would have said previously also that the bathroom being accessible only through the bedroom is abit off, however after living in abroad and having the only bathroom access from the primary in my apartment. It's not a big issue, it's about how you feel in the space. 💚

@kiza4178 5 ай бұрын

Refreshing design, practical with a little fun.

@jpp7783 5 ай бұрын

Walls that are entirely mirrored, particularly that many of them, always feel like a shopping mall hair salon to me. And they just reflect each other-rather than a mirror that repeats a great view from an opposite window. (An appliance garage for someone who clearly doesn’t cook? Why?)

@ihatehandles111 5 ай бұрын

Absolutely gorgeous. I love the bedroom and the living room. Such perfect design!

@tonymartin9938 5 ай бұрын

I am a guest. My privacy is a see-through door. Then I want to pee, and I have to say hi as I go through their bedroom. Doesn't work on a human level for me.

@ccaatthheerriinnee 5 ай бұрын

That green is perfection

@amandalee280 5 ай бұрын

Love the Prada green!

@albertancustomer4232 3 ай бұрын

How can I obtain a close match to this Prada Green? I only have a jpg image from the walls and cabinets paint at the Prada Caffe at Harrods store in London UK. Any information sharing specs of this colour to reproduce would be super welcome! Thanks y'all!

@melindadouglas1673 5 ай бұрын

Beautiful, well designed apartment but if I lived there all the mirrors and black bath would need to go! I love the green, it was a great choice.

@liszaf3976 5 ай бұрын

So many people decorate a house, thinking how can I add value if I sell and what would the majority want! It's great to see these small spaces really personalised for the sole use of the owner i.e small kitchen, big shelf unit! We are doing the same in our small apartment and it's really exciting to just think what is it that we need! Lovely apartment and a great use of mirrors!

@user-sj7tm4wc8c 5 ай бұрын

I love everything apart from the mirrors. And the black bathroom is impossible to clean, trust me...

@bzobzo2359 5 ай бұрын

I like the look and feel of this apartment. I'd personally find so many large mirrors somewhat intimidating, but it's a personal thing. I really like small personal touches, like books in the bathroom and, a bed that isn't over styled with dozens of cushions:) It looks very inviting and cosy.

@jufubu-po4ur 4 күн бұрын

Love the sliding doors, love the windows, love the bathroom, love the corridor kitchen. Hate the mint color.

@michelestapleton 5 ай бұрын

Love the unusual floors. The amount of storage is fantastic. And pocket doors always make me smile. :)

@lordking-kl5dl 2 ай бұрын

The way the kitchen is divided from the living room with that sliding door catches my attention, and the apartment has very good natural lighting, which I think is great

@chrispnw2547 5 ай бұрын

I love the windows in the unit. I was in an hotel in an older building in Paris and the triple glazed windows were so good you could not hear the sirens from a nearby police station.or the street traffic.

@MotherAotearoa 5 ай бұрын

This video gave me some ideas for my own 'small' apartment, thanks! 👌

@mariamalenta6574 5 ай бұрын

Splendid work! The idea to integrate Prada color palette is simply amazing! I honestly learned something new about use of colours today

@tc2486 5 ай бұрын

Excellent work - amazing transformation of the space.

@colinfwalters 5 ай бұрын

I think the mirrors are overdone. For example it was a relief when the wardrobe doors were shown open as opposed to a bank of mirrors. Mirrors are confusing and not restful to the eye. Also the space above the washer dryer could have used some organization.

@ryankwan1934 5 ай бұрын

I agree that the mirrors are a bit much, but you can tell how dark that place would be without them.

@EJHRB 2 ай бұрын

Those closeup interviews at the start are so funny. It's like they gave the hosts an edible they all seem so on edge😆

@cgr1825 5 ай бұрын

I love the use of mirrors, the rally make a big difference for a small place

@kitsburrard5530 5 ай бұрын

For me, it’s way too many mirrors. I understand it expands the feeling size but I don’t want to run into myself everywhere I look!

@jaycarver4886 5 ай бұрын

@@kitsburrard5530Agree. I prefer mirrors in beautiful frames but then I like a more traditional style. These apartments use space very efficiently and you can get some good ideas but rarely do the spaces appeal to me. They are too sparse and cold.

@fortheloveofdesign6948 5 ай бұрын

Its interesting to see an apartment design inspiration coming from a colour. Beautifully done ❤

@whatisrealknowtheformula6137 5 ай бұрын

When I heard ‘had a lot of books’ I was excited to see it. But then when I saw the bookshelf and compared it to my collection, I thought: My friend, that is NOT a lot of books. For me, every wall would need that shelving unit.

@amanialki 5 ай бұрын

That's what I was thinking...!

@condypastolero7903 5 ай бұрын

the design is beautiful, the only problem is that there is no bathroom for guests. They still need to go to the owner's bedroom if they need to use the bathroom/toilet

@posyb71 5 ай бұрын

I love this renovation - so clever for such a tricky space. The hidden bedroom is awesome - great to have that privacy when guests come over and the bathroom is beautiful. I really like the use of mirrors everywhere and the combined bookcase/tv is great too.

@Metonymy1979 5 ай бұрын

Finally! Some color. 😊

@Htidea 3 ай бұрын

Yes! This is an excellent space with great storage!!!

@jehv5700 Ай бұрын

I'm glad that they mentioned theToio lamp cause that's the first thing that caught my attention. and FYI, it's a $2,000 lamp.

@dianebaker5243 5 ай бұрын

Beautiful home beautiful layout and design ❤

@tzinyernchong1939 3 ай бұрын

Also notably the pops of red to set off the cool mint and soft warmth of wood.

@timdompeling9773 5 ай бұрын

Love the architect's energy

@philiq18 5 ай бұрын

Clever dropping in the pops of red with the pipes, furniture, appliances, and other items. The living room with the sliding doors definitely makes it do double-duty as a guestroom - I like that approach.

@jennycampbell5236 5 ай бұрын

Wow. This apartment is full of surprises. So much storage. The mint color is so refreshing. Are the windows tinted so people across the way can't see in? I love the glass cabinet in the bathroom. A wonderful apartment.

@elgienbarera4027 5 ай бұрын

I loved the design of this flat, fit for a single young adult and the location was a bonus.

@zz90309 5 ай бұрын

this channel inspired me to downsize from a large apartment to a smaller more manageable apartment. the floor u dont have is the floor u dont clean. 🎉

@expatmoose 5 ай бұрын

I find the black bathroom very depressing but that’s just me, the rest of the apartment is totally cool and I love the way the window opens 👍🏻

@rafaelreno1674 5 ай бұрын

So cozy and a wonderful flat. Great job ❤

@davidjamessussex1671 4 ай бұрын

I just loved everything about that. What a dream Madrid flat.

@thenotred 5 ай бұрын

love the colours!

@thecatlady4832 5 ай бұрын

beautiful design, love the mint green and especially the bookshelf but i dont like the mirrors, theyre cold and creating too much reflecting surfaces. especially in the bedroom it makes it less cozy imo

@Coromi1 5 ай бұрын

I agree, I don't like that many mirrors. Maybe they have not only the function to enlarge the apparment, but also to let more light in.

@Sweetfancy3000 4 ай бұрын

Amazing, one of the best designs

@amie2012 5 ай бұрын

i cook a lot and i am still envious of the kitchen. its so light and airy

@TheEmzies 5 ай бұрын

Space for books! 😊

@eattherich9215 5 ай бұрын

@1:35, that looks very much like one of the entrances to Piccadilly Circus underground station in London. The flat is in a fab location. @2:47, I am not a fan of open plan especially where it incorporates the kitchen, so the sliding doors are a great solution. I don't like all those mirrors - you can never get away from yourself - then there are the finger marks. @5:13, love it. @5:40, love that, too. I had all black walls in a windowless bathroom, but going completely black is a step too far for me. The cabinet is very stylish. The makeover was well designed, albeit with too many mirrored surfaces.

@B__C__ 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for showing us the lights on at what looked to be a very overcast afternoon. 👍👍

@user-jn3hf7hw7k 5 ай бұрын

Loved it 😍

@olalalala4302 5 ай бұрын

I am more into contemporary style but still I could live in this one, it has a soft seventies charm to it. Love that floor to ceilings storage units and the pocket glass door to separate the living room makes it so cozy.

@Effedoppio 5 ай бұрын

Beautiful result: the apartment's got a very special look and it feels incredibly comfortable!

@gusoppeau9207 5 ай бұрын

I love you never too small.

@pamera88 5 ай бұрын

Green prada, and orange hermes in the bathroom, love it

@anacobos. 5 ай бұрын

Me encanta el nuevo contenido en español 🥰❤️‍🔥

@kathleenhill5838 5 ай бұрын

Beautiful, love the finishes and storage is impressive.

@simonthomas1672 5 ай бұрын

Not really my taste, but I love that there's finally an apartment with lots of books!

@B__C__ 5 ай бұрын

The spaces particularly the bedroom are very nice. The use of big windows, mirrors and glass sliding doors adds to the sense of space. That said, while I like that shade of green in contrast to the wood finish and black stone of the bathroom I think it kinda of gets lost next to the white walls, to the point that I feel like colors should have been flipped to be green with white highlights rather than the reverse. The overall apartment space itself is a bit awkward what with the bathroom only accessible via the bedroom (never mind a messy kitchen!) and that only accessible through a hidden door. If I were to change one thing about apartment's layout, it would be that.

@MTMF.london 5 ай бұрын

It's all about the client's needs - he said he didn't cook much and seemed to be a singleton. And bathroom being only accessible from the bedroom is no problem - invite only people who are close family members or really good friends to stay overnight. I'd take the apartment in a heartbeat though. It's right in the middle of a great neighbourhood in a great city and really beautifully done.

@sweetiepie1372 5 ай бұрын

Beautiful. Love it.

@idancealways4ever440 5 ай бұрын

Gorgeous. I love it so much!!

@zia_kat 5 ай бұрын

really well done!

@vandalpaulius 5 ай бұрын

I absolutely love the color scheme!

@Epsol696 5 ай бұрын

Omg the bathroom i'm in looove

@veronherrera 5 ай бұрын

en otro video en este mismo canal vi otro trabajo de este estudio y así fue que los concocí. me encantaron sus proyectos. siempre cálidos, coloridos y super funcionales.

@joeysarmiento1925 5 ай бұрын

I like this video. Thank you for sharing. A warm handshake from my humble country the Philippines 🇵🇭

@sebeckley 5 ай бұрын

It would be impossible for me not to have a side or coffee table by my sofa. It's so awkward.

@danielcaceres9971 5 ай бұрын

This architect is a genius

@justinesorel6325 5 ай бұрын

Well designed. Personally, I would have chosen a light coloured bathroom.

@genyosha16 5 ай бұрын

This is a brilliantly designed space

@drmdrm3703 5 ай бұрын

loved this!

@nenengacaptain 5 ай бұрын

I love this!

@asd5139 5 ай бұрын

Love the kitchen ❤❤

@aynriggs4704 5 ай бұрын

Great job!!!

@meekeykamira2187 5 ай бұрын

Love this.. outstanding 🤩

@jiba6327 5 ай бұрын

A very nice one! Congratulations!

@ModernARQ 5 ай бұрын

Awesome little apartment!

@gabrielmaroto18 5 ай бұрын

Beautiful

@chriswilks303 5 ай бұрын

That sliding door does NOT provide privacy for guests 😂

@naomiquirion7725 5 ай бұрын

Beauty!

@59tomatotrico 5 ай бұрын

waow so cool and functional, i’d just add a rug and a coffee table in the living room, and maybe not chosen a black bathroom but more of mediterranean vibe, but that’s on point with the client’s demand and maybe just a detail but the window in the living room is so cool and so fun

@rubberdc 5 ай бұрын

stunning !

@todaytoo_ 5 ай бұрын

the living room is great in its simplicity! in case there's a need for a big desk for working, you could easily move the sofa closer to the TV wall and have a large table to work on (which could possibly be moved against the translucent door to allow for the guest bed?). in any case, a really really lovely apartment that i would love to see myself living in 🤍

@AndreaC11111 5 ай бұрын

I love the black bathroom ❤

@lena_black_white 5 ай бұрын

Beautiful home, it resembles the client character without a doubt. I find it curious that the client wanted light green with lots of mirrors for the kitchen and living room whereas he wanted a complete black bathroom.