Headboard covered in Dedar fabric (Fayolle Tapissier). Sconces, Nedgis. Bedspread, Studio Ford. Small paintings by Marion Livran.
In the dressing room, wavy rattan mirror, La Redoute Interiors.
The “Nonnains” project, named in reference to the rue des Nonnains-d’Hyères where it is located, in the 4th arrondissement of Paris, is the occasional residence of Geraldine Tan, creator of the blog littlebigbell.com and keen on decoration. “Her colorful and girly world was a priori far from ours, but she came to find us and let us express ourselves,” underline Rebecca Benichou and Florence Jallet, associate architects at Batiik Studio. In this 125 m2 pied-à-terre with well-defined volumes, the soul of Paris permeates every corner: “Our client wanted a “mature” decoration, a Parisian apartment with a sophisticated atmosphere,” they specify.
From the outset, the architects recognized the potential of the entrance, which was both spacious and bright; this will be the starting point of the project. This space now has its own identity. The bas-relief walls, created by the two artists from the Redfield & Dattner painting house, contribute to the expected effect of surprise and wonder. A large mirror placed on the ceiling – a custom creation – reflects what is happening in the living room and outside. And opposite the reception bench, the totemic floor lamp signed by artist designer Pia Chevalier accentuates the artisanal character given to this space.
Headboard covered in Schumacher fabric (Fayolle Tapissier). Wall lamp, SkLO Studio. Bedspread, Studio Ford. Painting by Samantha Kerdine.
In the entrance, bas-relief created by Redfield & Dattner. Floor lamp by Pia Chevalier. Vintage wall lights.
The large living rooms – living room and dining room – then unfold into a face-to-face space bathed in light. The centerpiece is the “Josephine Mousse” sofa from the Batiik Studio furniture collection, designed for the project and covered in a Pierre Frey fabric. “With its rounded shape on the sides, it contrasts with the rigid moldings. It brings roundness and envelops the room. » To reconnect with the Haussmann spirit, the moldings were recreated while, in the dining room, a period fireplace was installed. And to dress it up, a library designed as an exhibition space, with a modern, light structure.
On the kitchen side, the semi-open space, entirely tailor-made, integrates harmoniously into the apartment by revealing elegant finishes, in particular a natural stone floor (onyx and travertine). On the closet walls, sinuous shapes are reminiscent of ribbons. This pattern runs through the entire apartment like a red thread, creating a subtle but striking visual continuity — the Batiik Studio signature of this project.
The architects decided to work in soft, desaturated shades: apricot, peach and a shade of pink. A palette used in the three bedrooms, designed as serene and elegant refuges. “They are small, so we had to play with the dimensions and assert their character. » A successful bet thanks to the wallpapers framed by moldings, the headboards covered in Schumacher or Dedar fabric and the custom-made furniture, which bring a unique identity to each room. Thus, the apartment does not just reflect a lifestyle, it embodies an artistic vision where each detail, thought out with care, tells a unique story.
