Residence 5

Project type: Residential - Custom Furniture
Location: Bucharest, Romania
Completion date: April, 2026
Client: Residence 5
Architect: Cristina Stroe, Laboratorul De Arhitectura
Our role: Custom Furniture Manufacturing, Installation
Main materials: Shinnoki walnut veneer, matt painted MDF, Marazzi ceramic, upholstery, melamine-faced chipboard, glass, mirror.
Finishes: Predominantly matt finishes were used: matt painted MDF in NCS S 1505-Y40R, Shinnoki walnut veneer with a matt lacquer finish, and Marazzi Silver Root ceramic.
Project duration: 2 Months

PROJECT OVERVIEW
This bespoke furniture project was developed in collaboration with architect Cristina Stroe of Laboratorul de Arhitectură. The concept combines warm walnut tones, soft upholstery, natural stone and refined matte finishes within a calm, contemporary interior. Clean lines, curved details and integrated lighting create a cohesive visual language throughout the home, while each piece was designed to respond precisely to the architecture and daily use of the space. Careful craftsmanship, premium materials and close attention to proportion, texture and functionality define the final result.

DESIGN SOLUTION
The design concept developed by architect Cristina Stroe focuses on creating a coherent and functional interior through custom-made furniture that responds precisely to each space. Built-in storage, integrated work areas and carefully proportioned furniture elements maximise usability while maintaining a clean and balanced composition.
Warm walnut veneer is paired with soft upholstery, matte painted surfaces and natural stone to create contrast through texture rather than colour. Curved edges, rounded forms and recessed lighting soften the geometry and bring continuity between the bedroom, dining area, kitchen and bathroom. Key construction details, including concealed storage, handle-free fronts, integrated LED lighting and made-to-measure wall panelling, support both the visual clarity and everyday functionality of the project.

FURNITURE ELEMENTS
Custom-made furniture produced by our team:
- Kitchen cabinetry and island, finished in Shinnoki walnut veneer and Marazzi Silver Root ceramic. The dining table and chairs were not produced by us.
- Living room built-in bookcase and storage units.
- Bedroom furniture, including the upholstered bed area, a Shinnoki walnut veneer headboard with curved side panels, integrated storage, dressing table, bedside tables and chest of drawers. The chair was not produced by us.
- Bathroom wall cladding in matching Shinnoki walnut veneer, together with custom storage units. The washbasins and shower area were not produced by us.