Modern Tribute to Ukrainian Avant-Garde

  August 16, 2024
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On the 15th floor with sweeping views of Kyiv, the 452-square-foot Suprematism Apartment is now home to a young couple. Designed by Yevheniia Sytnyk of Dihome, the project draws inspiration from the Ukrainian avant-garde style, particularly the works of Kazimir Malevich, who is considered the founder of the Suprematism Movement.

The vision for the apartment was clear from the beginning: create a vibrant and efficient space for a young couple. “I wanted to “dress” the interior in a modern, bold way; to give it a young and relaxed theme. Excellent mutual understanding with the clients enabled me to implement this idea 100%,” shares Sytnik. This goal was achieved by incorporating modern materials and smart technology. The design process was guided by the principles of Suprematism, characterized by geometric shapes and vibrant colors, which are evident throughout the apartment. The decision to remove unnecessary walls created an open-plan layout that maximizes natural light, with the only separate space being the bathroom.

Modern living space with a blue sofa, orange coffee table, and open kitchen. Decor includes plants, colorful accents, and contemporary furniture under a ceiling with visible industrial piping.

Modern living room with a blue sofa, colorful decor, and an open kitchen. Minimalist furniture including a round coffee table and potted plants. Natural light brightens the space.

Modern kitchen with yellow accents, wooden cabinets, a large plant, and two bar stools at a light-colored island. Bright red berries in a vase on a nearby table. Minimalist design.

A main feature of the apartment is the use of glass blocks and textured glass panels. These elements serve both aesthetic and functional purposes, delineating spaces while allowing light to permeate. The living room and bathroom walls are adorned with glass blocks, while the bedroom and kitchen are separated by textured panels. This choice not only enhances the apartment’s visual appeal but also pays homage to the material’s historical significance in Ukrainian design.

A modern bedroom with a pink accent wall featuring abstract decor. The room has a bed with blue bedding, glass block partition, and hanging light fixtures. Curtains partially visible on the left.

Modern bedroom with a platform bed featuring blue bedding, a desk and chair by the window, wall shelves with books, a large abstract art piece, and a minimalist pendant light hanging from the ceiling.

A modern bedroom with a large window overlooking a cityscape, a desk with an office chair, shelves with decorative items, and a neatly-made bed with blue bedding.

The concrete pillar, a structural element of the building, is seamlessly integrated into the design, becoming a focal point around which the living spaces revolve. On the living room side, it houses a TV zone, and on the other, a shelving unit in the bedroom. This clever use of space ensures that every inch of the apartment is utilized efficiently.

Modern studio apartment with an open layout, featuring a shelf with decorative items, a bed with a blue blanket in the foreground, and industrial decor elements including exposed concrete and unique wall art.

One of the unique aspects of this project is the collaboration with Tasha Oro, a Kyiv-based artist who created three decorative panels specifically for the apartment. These panels, inspired by the urban landscape visible from the apartment’s panoramic windows, add a layer of depth and narrative to the interior. Oro’s use of recycled materials aligns with the overall ethos of the project, which emphasizes sustainability and ethical creation.

A modern living room features a blue sofa, a potted tree, an orange side table, a tall floor lamp, and large windows with wooden blinds, all against a concrete wall backdrop.

A modern living room with a blue couch, glass block partition, red cabinets, wall art, and eclectic decor. Visible wiring on the ceiling and large window provide natural light.

A modern apartment hallway with a view into a bedroom. The hallway features contemporary decor, including a red console table with a vase and a glass brick partition. The bedroom has a blue bedspread.

Modern bathroom with gold-tiled wall, glass-enclosed shower with rainfall showerhead, and a red-framed sink with mirror on a tiled wall.

Modern bathroom with yellow-tiled shower, glass partition, wall-mounted toilet, small sink, and black fixtures. A red towel hangs on a rack beside the sink, and various toiletries are on the countertop.

Modern interior featuring a hallway with a gray floor, orange and beige wall decor, glass brick walls, and ambient lighting. A doorway and red furniture piece are visible in the background.

In the hallway, layers of acoustic panels made from recycled plastic bottles become a piece of geometric art that adds color while also serving as a sound absorber.

Modern studio apartment interior with a blue sofa, red and orange accents, a bed, a glass-block partition, and large windows with wooden blinds offering a night city view.

The apartment’s technological features are equally impressive. A “smart home” system allows remote control of essential functions such as heating, lighting, and even the refrigerator. The inclusion of an “anti-flood” system adds a layer of security in the “wet” ares of the interior, like the bathroom and kitchen.

A modern bedroom features a neatly made bed with blue and white bedding, contemporary lighting, a desk, shelves, and a sliding curtain revealing an open wardrobe with clothes.

Space-saving solutions are a key component of the design. The bedroom features a wardrobe hidden behind a sliding curtain, providing ample storage without occupying additional floor space. The dining table doubles as a work surface, further optimizing the apartment’s layout. A mirrored wall enhances the sense of space, making the interior feel much larger than its actual size.

Modern bedroom with an open wardrobe, featuring clothes and shelves. There is a yellow curtain, a blue bedspread on the bed, and minimalistic decor with a mix of wood and industrial elements.

Modern interior with yellow curtains, red console table, black vase with twigs, frosted glass divider, and wooden cabinets. String lights hang from the ceiling.

A modern, open-concept living room with a TV, decorative plants, and a small dining area. Adjacent is a bedroom with a bed and art pieces on the walls. The spaces are divided by a glass brick wall.

Despite the compact nature of the apartment, the design ensures a comfortable and spacious living environment. The floor-to-ceiling windows offer views of the surrounding city, further expanding the sense of space. The choice of electric wooden blinds over heavy textiles maintains the apartment’s minimalist aesthetic while providing practical shading.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a wall-mounted TV on a concrete wall, minimalist decor, and a floor lamp. There is a round coffee table with decorative items and a wire chair.

Modern kitchen with a bright yellow refrigerator set against light wood cabinets. There is a bar counter with two red frame stools and a circular pendant light above. A plant is placed on the counter.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel hood, frosted glass partitions, and a countertop featuring sliced red fruit on a cutting board. A dining table with a tablet is in the foreground.

To check out more interior projects from Dihome, visit dihome.com.ua.

Photography by Andrey Avdeenko.

Caroline Williamson is Editor-in-Chief of Design Milk. She has a BFA in photography from SCAD and can usually be found searching for vintage wares, doing New York Times crossword puzzles in pen, or reworking playlists on Spotify.





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