Sybille

With its typical 1800s architecture of the suburbs, this atypical 72 m² apartment, located on the 4th floor via the staircase, unfolds an identity of a country house in the sky in the heart of the Belleville district.
 
 
Accessible via a private staircase, the apartment benefits from three exposures: one overlooking the street, and two overlooking a quiet, landscaped courtyard, in addition to several skylights. This dual-aspect layout provides abundant natural light throughout the day, in a remarkably peaceful setting. The living area features a striking wooden structure, a true graphic framework around which the living room, dining room, and kitchen are arranged. A centerpiece of the space is an antique, sculpted wooden post, adorned with raised plant motifs, which transforms the load-bearing structure into a decorative element.
Open to the living area, the kitchen features clean, simple lines. Its understated cabinetry and wooden countertops blend seamlessly with the existing décor. Extending from the kitchen, the dining area sits in front of a large, workshop-style glass partition that opens onto the rooftops and surrounding greenery. A hallway provides a natural separation between the living areas and the sleeping quarters. The latter comprises two adjoining bedrooms, each with its own private balcony. The second bedroom, accessible from the first, is ideal as a child’s room, guest room, or office. The antique, patinated parquet flooring contrasts with geometric cement tile insets, while the light-colored walls highlight the room’s spaciousness and the light. The bathroom is adorned with handcrafted ceramic tiles, giving the walk-in shower a Mediterranean feel. A vintage ceramic washbasin, decorated with colorful motifs, rests on a wooden countertop and is complemented by patinated brass faucets.
Accessible via an interior staircase, the mezzanine provides additional space for occasional sleeping. As the attic space has already been acquired, the creation of a second mezzanine could be considered. A terrace of approximately 30 m² could also be built on the roof (agreement from the condominium association has been obtained, but the permit has expired), subject to obtaining the necessary administrative authorizations.
 
 
A bright and quiet refuge where carved wood, patinated parquet flooring, cement tiles and antique pieces combine to create a sensitive and poetic decor.
Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/