Perched on the 12th floor in Paris’s lively Belleville neighbourhood, this once fragmented 57sqm/613sqft apartment has been opened up by architects Taïna Pichon of Meraki Architecture and Mathieu Durbec of MDA. Running from the entrance to the bathroom, a striking dark-stained maritime pine and glass volume incorporates storage, a bar, home office, and guest room. The kitchen pairs an all-white IKEA fit-out with beige porcelain tiles inspired by the building’s 1970s origins, while a custom island doubles as dining seating and concealed storage. An expansive balcony extends the living area toward the city, while restored timber floors, exposed concrete beams, industrial-style lighting, and raw finishes bring warmth and character throughout.