Three bedrooms have two to make room for a larger living and dining area. It could be integrated with the existing kitchen.

Original features including the window frames and the imbuia parquet floor were retained and restored. While a variety of new materials were introduced.

The Brigadeiro Apartment has been in Dalla-Bona’s family since the 1980s. It was her parents’ home as newlyweds and where her older sister was born.

After moving out 108-square-meter their second child, the parents rented out the 108-square-meter space for 30 years.

Due to its central location, Dalla-Bona always discouraged them from selling it. As she had intentions to move in herself one day.

When that time came recently, she and Garcia decided to remodel the interiors to better align with their needs.

“From the carpenter center, the view is expansive, a rare characteristic in the city center, and we were both captivated by the natural light, the sun and wind streaming in through the windows,” said the couple.

“Walking a few blocks, we arrive at our favorite cafes and restaurants and in our studio, where we work together,” they added.

Terrazzo countertops and a backsplash of hydraulic tiles were in the kitchen, while a concrete column was in the living room.

The remainder of the lounge area has white walls, textured rugs, and translucent curtains.

An assortment of vintage modernist and newer furniture pieces – mostly by Brazilian designers – add color and character to the interiors.

Furthermore, Mid-century seating by Percival Lafer, Flavio de Carvalho, and Geraldo de Barros are among the couple’s choices. Along with a collection of lamps, stools, and tables.

“In the living room, the furniture was chosen, thrift, and positioned for conversations and readings,” they said.

Garcia and Dalla-Bona also custom-designed a 4.5-meter-long wood dining table to accommodate their various daily activities and host their friends and family for meals.

Besides the cabinet in the kitchen and bathroom, all of the storage and furniture are moveable.

In the bathroom, the floor and walls have small white mosaic tiles, affixed with matching grout for a clean, minimalist appearance.