Sminex
Sminex
Residential Complex Public Lounge
Russia Moscow
Concept: 2025
CONCEPT
The interior design of this two-level public lounge draws inspiration from the work of Patricia Urquiola, Joseph Dirand, and Kelly Hoppen, blending contemporary chic, minimalism, and Art Nouveau. The spatial layout is grounded in a harmonious mix of soft sculptural forms, natural textures, and Asian-inspired zoning achieved through semi-transparent stained-glass partitions and screens.
The interior is conceived as a single, flexible system of softly isolated functional zones connected by a seamless communal flow. The visual core of the ground floor is a double-height community space anchored by a monumental blown-glass light installation, which transitions smoothly into a fireplace lounge with a natural stone portal. More intimate scenarios—such as the kitchen with its marble island, the game area, and the high-tech screening room—are sculpted through layered lighting scenarios and mobile glass modules.
Natural Travertine Navona serves as the primary finish, paired with soft-matte paint, oak veneer, and accent Verde Saint Denis marble. The dialogue between deep forest greens and warm wood tones fosters a calm, balanced environment. On the upper level, the poured polyurethane flooring is designed as an artistic inlay combining four distinct materials.
Lighting is seamlessly integrated into the architectural framework at multiple levels—ranging from grand custom chandeliers to recessed aged-bronze sconces with marble diffusers. Thoughtful light staging highlights the relief of the 3D gypsum panels and establishes a natural visual rhythm throughout the space.
The private screening room and VR zone on the second floor feature a rich, moody palette. The walls are lined with Slalom ECOrange acoustic panels, complemented by plush wall-to-wall carpeting underfoot. LED linear lighting integrated into the joints of the wall and ceiling panels bathes the space in a soft glow, creating an immersive atmosphere tailored for cinema and virtual experiences.
The interior is conceived as a single, flexible system of softly isolated functional zones connected by a seamless communal flow. The visual core of the ground floor is a double-height community space anchored by a monumental blown-glass light installation, which transitions smoothly into a fireplace lounge with a natural stone portal. More intimate scenarios—such as the kitchen with its marble island, the game area, and the high-tech screening room—are sculpted through layered lighting scenarios and mobile glass modules.
Natural Travertine Navona serves as the primary finish, paired with soft-matte paint, oak veneer, and accent Verde Saint Denis marble. The dialogue between deep forest greens and warm wood tones fosters a calm, balanced environment. On the upper level, the poured polyurethane flooring is designed as an artistic inlay combining four distinct materials.
Lighting is seamlessly integrated into the architectural framework at multiple levels—ranging from grand custom chandeliers to recessed aged-bronze sconces with marble diffusers. Thoughtful light staging highlights the relief of the 3D gypsum panels and establishes a natural visual rhythm throughout the space.
The private screening room and VR zone on the second floor feature a rich, moody palette. The walls are lined with Slalom ECOrange acoustic panels, complemented by plush wall-to-wall carpeting underfoot. LED linear lighting integrated into the joints of the wall and ceiling panels bathes the space in a soft glow, creating an immersive atmosphere tailored for cinema and virtual experiences.
