{"id":2429,"date":"2025-07-02T16:45:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-02T16:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/good-broker.com\/?p=2429"},"modified":"2025-07-09T15:33:55","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T15:33:55","slug":"isern-serra-curates-piso-barceloneta-as-a-living-gallery-of-collectible-design","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/good-broker.com\/index.php\/2025\/07\/02\/isern-serra-curates-piso-barceloneta-as-a-living-gallery-of-collectible-design\/","title":{"rendered":"isern serra curates piso barceloneta as a living gallery of collectible design"},"content":{"rendered":"

designing for barcelona\u2019s seaside neighborhood<\/h2>\n

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An apartment<\/strong><\/a>, or \u2018piso\u2019 designed by Isern Serra<\/strong><\/a>, sits in the vibrant heart of the Barcelona<\/strong><\/a>\u2018s seaside neighborhood of Barceloneta. Within its walls, collectible design and Mediterranean sensibilities meet to create an interior that feels at once curated and deeply personal, all documented by photographer Salva L\u00f3pez<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Barceloneta\u2019s narrow streets and maritime character provide a fitting backdrop for an apartment that balances contemporary expression with a respect for history. The project begins with the removal of the original partitions that fragmented the space, making way for an open-plan layout that draws natural light across the living, kitchen, and dining areas. A balcony extending the length of the facade connects the apartment to its surroundings, while the more private bedroom suites are tucked near the entrance.<\/p>\n

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isern serra\u2019s gallery for living in barceloneta<\/h2>\n

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Isern Serra conceives the interiors of his Piso Balconetta are conceived as a living gallery. The Catalan designer<\/strong><\/a> assembles a selection of objects, furniture, and artworks chosen as much for their emotional resonance as their aesthetic value. Pieces from emerging artists and established designers stand side by side, forging connections between eras and disciplines. Mid-century classics sourced from Fenix Originals and Polop Store share space with contemporary works from Vasto Gallery and other independent studios.<\/p>\n

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Materials play a central role in shaping the apartment\u2019s atmosphere. Warm woods, hand-finished ceramics, and patinated metals contribute a tactile richness. A built-in concrete sofa anchors the living area, its robust form softened by linen cushions and complemented by collectible design pieces such as the waxed aluminum Section Coffee Table by Paul Coenen and Philippe Starck\u2019s Dr. Sonderbar Chair.<\/p>\n

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Isern Serra transforms a historic apartment in Barceloneta into an open-plan living gallery<\/p>\n

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spaces unified by mediterranean craft<\/h2>\n

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Microcement unifies flooring and walls in a single tone, as Isern Serra reinforces visual continuity and enhancing the sense of calm throughout his Piso Barceloneta. The kitchen, crafted in natural oak, introduces warmth and contrast, framed by curved walls that define the cooking area as a sculptural element within the space. A built-in concrete island, softened by rounded corners, serves as both workspace and gathering point.<\/p>\n

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Vintage stools from the 1960s lend character to the kitchen island, while a handcrafted dining table by Fusteria Vidal anchors the dining area. Overhead, 1987 Santa & Cole S\u00eds\u00eds\u00ed lamps and a mix of vintage Markelius and Quadra chairs create a dialogue between past and present.<\/p>\n

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interior partitions are removed to create a continuous space flooded with natural light<\/p>\n

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In the bedroom, texture takes precedence. A large artwork by Mark Bohle sets a contemplative tone, complemented by the warm glow of Jaume Ramirez\u2019s Fragile Lamp for Marset. A Cambier Studio L4 stool and Andreu Jaumot\u2019s J45 lamp introduce elements of emerging design, adding layers of personality.<\/p>\n

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The bathroom continues the theme of material simplicity. Translucent glass bricks filter daylight from the building\u2019s inner patio, preserving privacy while illuminating the space. Microcement extends across floors, walls, and ceiling, with a small circular opening in the shower partition creating visual connection throughout.<\/p>\n

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A second bathroom finished entirely in dark green microcement forms a deliberate contrast within the apartment\u2019s otherwise neutral palette. Rather than appearing as an isolated statement, it integrates naturally into the broader narrative \u2014 a space that embraces both minimalism and bold gestures.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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a built-in concrete sofa and collectible design pieces anchor the living area with texture and form<\/p>\n

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the kitchen features natural oak cabinetry and a sculptural concrete island<\/p>\n

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microcement floors and walls establish visual continuity and a serene, Mediterranean atmosphere<\/p>\n

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vintage and contemporary furniture from Vasto Gallery, Fenix Originals, and Polop Store create layered character<\/p>\n

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name:\u00a0<\/strong>Piso Barceloneta<\/p>\n

designer:<\/strong> Isern Serra<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0@isernserra<\/a><\/p>\n

location:\u00a0<\/strong>Barceloneta, Barcelona, Spain<\/p>\n

team leader, styling:<\/strong> Aasheen Mittal<\/p>\n

photography:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a9\u00a0Salva L\u00f3pez<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0@salvalopez<\/a><\/p>\n

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designing for barcelona\u2019s seaside neighborhood \u00a0 An apartment, or \u2018piso\u2019 designed by Isern Serra, sits in the vibrant heart of the Barcelona\u2018s seaside neighborhood of Barceloneta. Within its walls, collectible design and Mediterranean sensibilities meet to create an interior that feels at once curated and deeply personal, all documented by photographer Salva L\u00f3pez.\u00a0 \u00a0 Barceloneta\u2019s […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2431,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[14],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/good-broker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2429"}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/good-broker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/good-broker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/good-broker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/good-broker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2429"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"http:\/\/good-broker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2429\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2438,"href":"http:\/\/good-broker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2429\/revisions\/2438"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/good-broker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2431"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/good-broker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2429"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/good-broker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2429"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/good-broker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2429"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}