“This project is located in a dense and culturally rich neighborhood,” says Luisa Grasso. Indeed, the 355-square-foot Brussels home that Grasso reimagined is in the heart of Matongé—a quarter populated with immigrants from all over the African continent, such as Rwanda, Burundi, and Mali, that’s also in close proximity to EU institutions and the Belgian Royal Palace. Despite the chaos outside, Grasso managed to channel a sense of serenity within. The staircase to the apartment, a continuous peach ribbon, hints at what’s to come: curved walls, ceramics galore, and many shades of pink.
Feminine intuition
The apartment consists of a kitchen, living area, bathroom, and bedroom. Much of it is covered in wavy, 1970s-inspired faux bois paneling by Alpi Wood. The living area boasts large windows and is organized around an alcove kitchen, which is coated in a powdery shade of pink inspired by the architecture of Luis Barragán. The Spanish ceramic tile backsplash adds an organic feel to the space’s clean lines—as do the jute window shades and the unusual ceramics on display.