Studio Arthur Casas designed the MW Apartment in Recife, Brazil, with high ceilings to take advantage of its ocean views. The Brazilian studio embraced the exposed beams, encasing them with wood to create a distinct separation between the social, private, and service areas. Cool, resistant materials were used for the floors to match the tropical climate, and the walls are finished with cement paint. The apartment features an impressive art collection and bespoke furniture by renowned designers.

Apartment by Gil Borsoi
The MW Apartment in Recife, Brazil, is located in a building by architect Gil Borsoi, who played a key role in spreading modern architecture throughout the Brazilian northeast.
Studio Arthur Casas designed the residence to capitalise on its ocean views, working with the exposed beams and tall ceilings to create a comfortable and cohesive space.
The studio encased the pillars with woodwork, distributing the social areas in a fluid and integrated manner, while separating them from the private and service areas.
The proximity to the sea and the warm climate guided the choice of materials, which are cool and resistant to reinforce the sense of fluidity.

Social spaces distinguished from private and service areas
The project includes two suites and a master suite with two closets and interconnected bathrooms, an office designed to accommodate a photography collection, and a service area with a kitchen and a dedicated breakfast space ? a special request from the ...