Case studies

Designer: Judit Dóró

Introduction

My professional focus and passion for interior design were shaped from a young age by my parents' constant desire to create a home. Through our frequent moves, spatial arrangement and home planning became a natural part of my daily life. During my architectural engineering studies, designing my own home was my first interior design project, where I crafted the floor plan and introduced new design elements with engineering precision.
After obtaining my degree, I worked in construction for five years. A major influence on me was the work of an Ybl Award-winning interior designer during the construction of the Place Novotel Hotel in Budapest, where I had the opportunity to gain detailed insights into the profession over the course of a year. This experience further strengthened my commitment to interior design.
In my work, alongside design, durability and functionality are central. I create plans that reflect optimal solutions, and the space harmoniously adapts to the needs and style of the people living in it, ensuring it remains inspiring for years to come.
My featured project won the 2018 Gastro & Hotel Design Award.
I have been using the ARCHLine.XP design software since 2009.

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Project description:

We carried out a full renovation of a 300 m² family house in Szentendre. The house originally contained several small half-rooms, which would have been difficult to furnish. By merging these smaller rooms, we created much more favorable and easily furnishable interiors. Floor plan modifications were made on nearly every level to enhance functionality. In the basement, at the client's request, we aimed to create a Beauty and Wellness area. Only minor alterations were necessary, with partition walls partially removed. We installed a larger glass portal in the wall between the waiting area and the sauna room, making the space much brighter.

The color scheme is built around light tones, complemented by darker color accents. The aim was to create a sense of naturalness and wellness, which we achieved in the hairdressing area with bird-themed wallpaper and in the massage room with wallpaper featuring a geisha. The waiting area was decorated with Buddhist-themed glass art. Regarding functionality, the solarium, infrared sauna, relaxation area, and shower were all placed in one room. To address the relatively limited natural light in the space, we added multiple artificial lighting sources. The materials used meet the standards for public-use environments. The resulting ambiance is pleasant, fresh, and rejuvenating, offering guests a place to relax and recharge. The small entrance on the ground floor leads to two directions. Given the limited space, we added a soft and comfortable seating area, as well as a large mirror to visually expand the space, which also reflects the style found in various parts of the house. On both the attic and ground floor, two distinct living areas were created, each in a slightly different yet harmonious style. I applied timeless colors and materials on both floors. Beige, black, mid-tone wood, and gray shades dominate, with occasional complementary colors.

Some modifications were necessary on the ground floor as well. To enhance the narrow corridor between the dining room and the adjacent wet block, we introduced a glass wall to create an airy, bright effect. A decorative glass panel featuring Audrey Hepburn was added to this structure. In the living room, the two central openings were replaced with larger ones, opening the space to the terrace and making the room brighter and more modern. The radiators were concealed with stylish covers, with a special design in the kitchen, where the cover integrates with the kitchen countertop. A unique bar counter, featuring a mirrored element also present in the entrance, was added to the relatively spacious kitchen. The bar's end column and Mayolica wall tiles evoke a more rustic atmosphere.

The dining room’s shelving unit is reflected on the opposite side in the kitchen, creating a connection between the two spaces. This connection is further reinforced by the wooden ceiling cladding. In the living room, a large design bookshelf and a bio fireplace were added, with a stone cladding that is also present on the exterior of the house. The wet block on this level was completely reworked to create functional spaces. The toilet was relocated to a long, unnecessary storage separation. By removing walls, we created a square room where all functions fit comfortably.

The materials, furniture, tiles, and design wallpapers were assembled in high quality. I would define the style as primarily modern with some rural and Art Deco elements. The interior design clearly reflects the young owner’s style, resulting in a unique and stylish modern identity for the house.

Judit Dóró
Interior designer

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