What happens when the staircase is located in the center of the apartment"

A general renovation of an existing apartment in central Tel Aviv for a couple with three young children. The apartment designed by Studio Bar Gil Kon occupies an entire floor in a preserved building, merged from two apartments into one. Consequently, it was initially constructed and arranged in a way that didn?t allow for family expansion or changes. The building’s staircase is positioned in the center, surrounded by the apartment on all sides. Due to alterations in the apartment?s layout, the building’s windows were also adjusted internally using gypsum cladding for the new design without affecting the building’s façade. Photography by Shai Gil.
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The 166 sqm apartment includes a 15 sqm sun terrace, occasionally serving as a refuge from the lively life of Tel Aviv’s streets and, at times, as part of the living space for events and hosting. The apartment is divided into three areas: the sleeping area with the children’s bedrooms separated from the parents’ bedroom intentionally. The versatile entertainment area comprises the kitchen, dining area, living room, and sun terrace. The third area consists of the apartment users? utility rooms, including a utility room, guest facilities, and a workspace.

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