rc novopecherskiy kvartal №5

• Location — Residential Complex Novopecherskyi Kvartal No. 5, Kyiv, Ukraine
• Apartment area — 104,7 m²
• Scope of work — interior design project, design supervision, and turnkey renovation
• Completion year — 2021

How to Start an Apartment Renovation

Where do you start renovating a new-build apartment? This question arises for many after purchasing new property. Most often, you are left with bare walls, no furniture, and no finishing. There might not even be partitions, leaving the space looking like one big empty box.

Another common scenario is buying a secondary-market apartment. You get a flat that has already been renovated, but the quality or aesthetics don’t suit you. If you truly don’t know where to begin with a renovation, your first step should be to find competent professionals in the field.

This isn’t just about hiring builders and tilers or buying laminate flooring and new wallpaper. It is crucial to plan the future renovation in advance, understand the interior concept for each room, select and combine all elements, and calculate their quantities.

The modern world allows you to express yourself through your room design, incorporate the latest trends, and achieve a maximally comfortable atmosphere. There is no longer a need to line the walls with bulky furniture just to save a bit of space. Nor is it necessary to choose uniform materials and follow a strict plan just to achieve a relatively attractive look when decorating rooms.

Technology and innovation, as well as refined approaches in architecture and interior design, now make it possible to create interiors whose photos you might have only dreamt of before.

Order Apartment Design and Renovation

Belik Interior Studio specializes in developing design projects and implementing them turnkey. With us, you can order only project documentation for your property. In this case, you aren't tied to a location. Even if your property is outside Kyiv, you will still receive a complete and customized package of project documentation. The designers at Belik Interior Bureau will guide you on how to take correct measurements and will develop a detailed instruction set for your future renovation.

If you live in Kyiv or the suburbs, you can order a design project with its subsequent implementation. You can also order the renovation or room styling separately.

In the first case, all processes will be carried out gradually: first, layout diagrams, then 3D visualizations of your future interior and technical documentation. After the project is finalized, our team will begin the necessary room renovations.

If you come to us without a request for a design project and don’t know where to start renovating your apartment, the employees at Belik Interior Bureau will help you decide. We work exclusively with verified specialists who have proven their professionalism in practice.

How Does an Apartment Renovation Begin?

So, where does a renovation actually start? If you have already chosen your contractors, the next step is to decide on a stylistic direction. The styles of different rooms can vary significantly.

Listen to yourself. Understand what resonates with you. Some prefer classic styles, others pursue coziness, while others try to implement all the ideas of minimalism. Belik Interior Design Company doesn’t execute renovations in a pure style, but we adhere to the core ideas and recommendations. To understand your preferences in colors and interior decor for a room, you can look at examples of different apartments.

What solutions and ideas would you like to see in your space? What kind of furniture, decor, and textiles do you prefer? It’s important to communicate this information to the designer at the start of your collaboration. Based on your personal preferences, the specifics of the property, and your budget, the interior designer will make informed decisions.

Apartment Interior – Its Role in Renovation

After choosing a style and design for the room, the next step involves planning solutions. Today, studio apartments where the living room and kitchen are combined into one space are especially popular. This approach saves square meters by eliminating unnecessary walls and partitions. An abundance of natural light also creates an atmosphere of lightness and freedom.

Besides color selection, it’s important to plan the placement of all utilities before the renovation begins. In the kitchen, you need to ensure:

· Quality ventilation;

· Air conditioning;

· Electrical wiring;

· Water supply and drainage;

· Sufficient and conveniently located outlets (for all appliances);

· Underfloor heating (optional).

All these tasks must be carried out step-by-step by competent renovators. Utilities are invisible in the overall interior picture, but their quality determines the convenience of using the space and the comfort of the residents.

The interior in a studio room is executed in a single style. The entire color palette, decorative elements, lighting fixtures, and furniture pieces complement each other. For a small living-kitchen area, it’s logical to use light palettes. All walls and cabinetry can be white. Playing with shades will add interest to the design of a small room. Designers might opt for light gray matte kitchen fronts and add a touch of wood texture. This combination is often a winner.

The transition to the living area should be smooth. Dividing elements between the kitchen and living room are often the dining table or a breakfast bar. The finishes themselves remain consistent, while the focal point in this area becomes a soft, comfortable sofa. Its color can be in a beige tone or a deeper shade (dark blue, green, gray).

The design of living rooms (bedrooms, children’s rooms) doesn’t require complex techniques or solutions. Here, it’s sufficient to run electrical wiring in convenient locations, conceal the air conditioner and outlets, achieve rational use of space, and maintain harmony. Colors and textures are chosen in line with the overall concept. To save space, designers often decide to repurpose the windowsill. It can be extended and turned into a desk or, conversely, made soft and cushioned. The latter creates an additional spot for relaxation.

If the room has size limitations, the interior can be visually expanded using mirrors, glass surfaces, transparent partitions, and good lighting (LED strips in furniture or walls, wall and ceiling lights).

🔗 See also:
— Apartment interior design
— Turnkey apartment design
— BELIK studio portfolio