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.