MASARYKOVA - First Republic apartment. Reset.
This apartment renovation in Prague shows how we approach older properties. The original condition was neglected, the layout didn’t work, but the foundation had real potential–wide windows and views into greenery.
We stripped it back and set it up again from scratch. We designed the interior as distinctly masculine. That gave us the freedom to pushcombinations further–darker surfaces, expressive stone, stronger contrasts. It’s not a neutral apartment. It has a clear point of view and works as a whole. You can see a similar material approach and attention to detail in our Vanguard loft interior.
Two rooms. One space.
We merged two original rooms into one. The result is an open living area that defines theentire layout of the apartment.
Grey plaster unifies the walls and creates a calm, solid backdrop.The dominant element is an oversized sofa–not “just right”, but intentionally large, matchingthe scale of the space. Geometric lighting above defines the area without overpowering it.
Glass Instead of a replication
We originally wanted to preserve the sliding doors, but their condition made it impossible. We kept the principle instead.
New glass doors in a metal frame work the same way–connecting and separating the diningarea when needed. In the context of this apartment renovation, it’s a contemporary responserather than a historical copy.
Black kitchen. Striking stone.
The kitchen is built on contrast. A solid black volume combined with expressive stone. The stone appears throughout the interior–not as an accent, but as a defining element of the design. The island integrates both workspaceand bar. Material continuity connects it to the glassdoors and other elements in the apartment. Details are intentional and hold the space together.
An entrance with presence
The entrance references traditional First Republic halls–not decoratively, but through proportion and material. Large-format stone cladding gives the space weight. Double glass doors leading into the living area are framed by wall lights, creating a clearmoment of arrival. The apartment begins immediately at the entrance.
A bedroom without unnecessary sentimentality
The bedroom keeps the dark palette but shifts the atmosphere.Hard materials are balanced with softness–an upholstered bed, textiles, subdued lighting.
Glass doors leading to the walk-in wardrobe keep the space open withoutbeing distracting. It’s the calm layer of the apartment.
Bathrooms in stone and light
The bathrooms follow the main concept. Large-format stone defines both walls and floors. The material is strong, but the overall composition remains controlled. Backlit mirrors introduce light as another layer of the interior. Together with the stone, they create an atmosphere that elevates the entire renovation.
Apartment renovation, not just cosmetic upgrade
The original apartment was neglected and functionally broken. This apartment renovation was not about adjustments, but a complete reset. By redefining the layout and designing the interior as a whole, we created a space that works–materially, spatially, and atmospherically. The kind of renovation that gives an oldapartmenta new purpose. A similarly radical approach can be seen in our Tivoli project, where we restored the spatiallogic of a historic apartment.
What Apartment Renovation Really Means
Renovating an apartment of this type involves altering the floor plan, completely replacing surfaces, and designing the interior as a whole. It’s not just about choosing materials, but about working with space, light, and the flow between individual rooms.
This is precisely the difference between a standard renovation and an apartment interior design project with an architect. You can read here about how we approach RENOVATIONS. Read examples of how houses can be renovated, how we approach individual projects, and what’s worth highlighting. House renovation is the topic we enjoy most of all.
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by Radka - 27. 4. 2026