A 20sqm Paris apartment redesigned down to the last detail by Little Worker
This 20sqm studio in Paris was completely redesigned by Little Worker with a glass roof, a pink kitchen, and custom woodwork
Transforming a small, poorly laid-out space into a functional Parisian pied-à-terre: that was the challenge taken on by Little Worker, in collaboration with Studio Castille. Located not far from Rue des Martyrs, this 20sqm studio in Paris, situated in an old building, was in poor condition: nothing was straight, there was a leak in the bathroom, and the decor was frankly outdated.
The owners, a couple who live outside Paris but work there two days a week, were looking for a practical space, well-located, close to their offices and train stations. Hotel-room style with a small kitchen and bathroom, yet cozy enough to entertain. Audrey Russeil, design project manager at Little Worker, tells us about this project.
The project began in the summer of 2023.
It involved the complete renovation of a small 20sqm apartment located in Paris’s 9th arrondissement. Pascal and Frank were looking for a practical pied-à-terre for their stays in Paris. They invested in this 20sqm apartment with the goal of a total renovation “to their taste” so they could truly feel at home there. They chose to work with the architects at Studio Castille and Little Worker for construction supervision and the renovation. The goal was to transform an existing space (featuring a separate kitchen and living room) into an optimized studio with a proper sleeping area.
It was a space that had to be completely reimagined, as it retained its original layout with a separate kitchen and living room, typical of small Parisian apartments of yesteryear.
The work was both structural and aesthetic: We removed several partitions and took out the PVC flooring. We were then able to create new partitions to redistribute the spaces intelligently. The bathroom was completely redesigned to make it as practical as possible. A significant amount of custom carpentry work was done to ensure this small space was optimized down to the smallest detail. We created a small 5sqm sleeping area cleverly separated from the living room by a beautiful glass partition.
The owners opted for high-quality, durable materials: hardwood flooring in the living room to give the apartment a warm feel, attractive ceramic tiles by Little Worker in the kitchen, and beautiful custom woodwork.
The project had to work around the constraints of the old building, particularly the plumbing layout, which required the creation of custom casings and drop ceilings to accommodate insulation and utility lines. The original architecture also dictated the preservation of certain elements, such as the support structure for the existing toilet. Architecturally, the major influence is the “vintage showcase” aesthetic, with this terracotta-pink open kitchen infusing warmth into the living room walls, creating a striking contrast with the custom woodwork.
The work took two and a half months.
We don’t have the energy efficiency rating data! However, every effort was made to do so: replacing all the windows and installing insulated drop ceilings were specifically designed to improve the thermal comfort and energy performance of the space.
To see all this 20sqm studio in Paris and the other projects completed by Little Worker on their website, click this link! Photo: © Marie de Smilzz
The owners, a couple who live outside Paris but work there two days a week, were looking for a practical space, well-located, close to their offices and train stations. Hotel-room style with a small kitchen and bathroom, yet cozy enough to entertain. Audrey Russeil, design project manager at Little Worker, tells us about this project.
When did this project begin?
The project began in the summer of 2023.
What was the context of the project?
It involved the complete renovation of a small 20sqm apartment located in Paris’s 9th arrondissement. Pascal and Frank were looking for a practical pied-à-terre for their stays in Paris. They invested in this 20sqm apartment with the goal of a total renovation “to their taste” so they could truly feel at home there. They chose to work with the architects at Studio Castille and Little Worker for construction supervision and the renovation. The goal was to transform an existing space (featuring a separate kitchen and living room) into an optimized studio with a proper sleeping area.
Did the space have a particular history?
It was a space that had to be completely reimagined, as it retained its original layout with a separate kitchen and living room, typical of small Parisian apartments of yesteryear.
What types of work were carried out?
The work was both structural and aesthetic: We removed several partitions and took out the PVC flooring. We were then able to create new partitions to redistribute the spaces intelligently. The bathroom was completely redesigned to make it as practical as possible. A significant amount of custom carpentry work was done to ensure this small space was optimized down to the smallest detail. We created a small 5sqm sleeping area cleverly separated from the living room by a beautiful glass partition.
What materials were prioritized?
The owners opted for high-quality, durable materials: hardwood flooring in the living room to give the apartment a warm feel, attractive ceramic tiles by Little Worker in the kitchen, and beautiful custom woodwork.
Were there any historical or architectural elements that influenced the renovation?
The project had to work around the constraints of the old building, particularly the plumbing layout, which required the creation of custom casings and drop ceilings to accommodate insulation and utility lines. The original architecture also dictated the preservation of certain elements, such as the support structure for the existing toilet. Architecturally, the major influence is the “vintage showcase” aesthetic, with this terracotta-pink open kitchen infusing warmth into the living room walls, creating a striking contrast with the custom woodwork.
How long did the work take?
The work took two and a half months.
Did the renovation improve the energy efficiency rating by one letter?
We don’t have the energy efficiency rating data! However, every effort was made to do so: replacing all the windows and installing insulated drop ceilings were specifically designed to improve the thermal comfort and energy performance of the space.
To see all this 20sqm studio in Paris and the other projects completed by Little Worker on their website, click this link! Photo: © Marie de Smilzz
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