Cool Spaces: Budapest Apartment

WORDS Cheri Morris IMAGES Áron Erdőháti

Situated in the city of Budapest, Hungary is a newly renovated apartment dating back to 1928, a charismatic canvas of white minimalism dotted with arresting pops of colour.

Reimagined by couple Geza and Margit, the Hungarian-Belgian duo behind Margeza Design Studio, this lively and energetic space is where muted minimalism meets colourful boho beauty. A total overhaul of the space saw walls knocked down and spaces opened up in an effort to make the double level 110 m² space as free-flowing and spacious as possible. Large custom window frames welcome glorious 200-degree views of the historically rich city and invite the varied light schemes of the day to play upon the interiors.

A living wall in the lounge brings a touch of nature to the inner city dwelling, while custom-designed furniture pieces add a statement of vibrancy to an otherwise crisp white space. Bright yellow Italian Girotonda armchairs from the ’80s make the perfect spot to stargaze from through a slanted window in the lounge. A custom-made Budapest-shaped carpet features a red dot indicating exactly where the apartment lies. Candy-coloured glass vases and ornamentals are the flowers of the grand white shelves alongside the staircase that leads you to magnificent terraces overlooking the Parliament buildings.

Love this space? See more designs by Margeza Design Studio here.