Berlin Apartment
Simon Menges
Reclaiming a former factory’s openness: an apartment defined by scale and space, not walls.
The sense of generous scale and openness were entirely lost. What had once been a factory was converted into a two-room flat by adding several dividing walls. To restore the character of the space, almost all the interior walls were removed. The space is now broken up by two separate, freestanding cubes. The cubes provide storage space and an interior isolated from the room, and contribute various functions to the adjacent exterior surfaces. Natural materials in light shades create a clean, relaxed feel. The transformation of the space mirrors Wastberg+’s overall philosophy: going back to our origins. In other words, reestablishing people’s healthy connection to and reliance on light.
ALTO
FLOOR
W164F
In the apartment, Alto W164F creates an intimate feeling, even in a room with high ceilings. The lamp’s design is a fitting match for the thoughtfully conceived architecture of the flat. Alto was created in collaboration with German designer Dirk Winkel.
CHIPPERFIELD
WALL
W102W
Chipperfield W102W provides versatile, easily adjusted light suitable for most purposes. Chipperfield was created in collaboration with British architect David Chipperfield.
CHIPPERFIELD
FLOOR
W102F
CHIPPERFIELD
TABLE
W102T
Simon Menges
LINIER
SUSPENDED
W181S1
Linier W181S1 adds atmosphere at the dinner table without dazzling your guests. Linier was created in collaboration with German designer Dirk Winkel.
CONE
SUSPENDED M
W151M2
Cone W151M2 provides a welcoming atmosphere, whether in a hall or above a table. Cone was created in collaboration with Swedish architects Claesson Koivisto Rune.
Simon Menges
CONE
SUSPENDED M
W151M2
CONE
SUSPENDED M
W151M1
DALSTON
SUSPENDED
W162S2
Dalston W162S2 is a discreet pendant lamp that is careful not to place itself in the spotlight. Dalston was created in collaboration with London-based designer duo Sam Hecht and Kim Colin.
CONE
SUSPENDED XS
W151XS2
Cone W151XS2 with dimmer. Intimate setting, intimate lighting. Cone was created in collaboration with Swedish architects Claesson Koivisto Rune.
CONE
SUSPENDED XS
W151XS3
Photographer:
Simon Menges
Architect:
Studio Mara
