Whole house refurbishment of Gruenderzeit Villa in Jena, Germany
A Gruenderzeit (Edwardian) Villa in Jena's leafy Westviertel has been completely overhauled to create a comfortable home for a family of five. The ground floor level has been remodelled to create a generous family space which includes kitchen, dining and living room. A sleek contemporary wood burner provides a cosy atmosphere An eclectic mix of Gruenderzeit, mid century and contemporary timber furniture makes the rooms warm and welcoming. Geometric Moroccan cement tiles have been used as a kitchen splashback and on the floor. The central piece of the house is the newly restored Art Nouveau Staircase. The loft has been converted to create two generous bedrooms and one bathroom.