A Young Woman in Israel Renovates Her Apartment on Her Own Schedule

For a young woman living in Haifa, Israel, there was no time like the present to renovate her apartment. Her entire building was set for construction to strengthen its structure and expand its properties, but the timeline for doing so was up in the air. Rather than wait, she and architect Tal Losica came up with two plans: one for the current apartment and another for the enlarged space. "The design had to be efficient and suitable for both scenarios," Losica said. The architect devised an open plan that stretches the length of the address — including the kitchen, living, and dining area — all the way to the office. The building is surrounded by trees, with a forest to the north and an intimate garden to the south, so Losica chose to then outfit the bright layout with a verdant color palette and natural materials to connect the home with its surroundings. For instance, the kitchen cabinetry and built-in bench in the dining area are painted a bright green, contrasting with the oak island and wood flooring. The private spaces, meanwhile, are enclosed and decorated in crisp, calm whites. The earthy, airy results are the best of both worlds: the owner can enjoy the change now, and await for possible changes later.