Casa Velázquez

Residential

A contemporary home in the Salamanca district, where flowing spaces and contrasting materials establish a serene, elegant atmosphere. A palette of natural and stained oak, paired with white surfaces, amplifies the light and strengthens the sense of balance and harmony.

Location

Madrid (Spain)
Architect

Nhoma Estudio
Photography

Oleh Kardash
Product

Loop, Swap, Top

A balance of material, light, and proportion

Located in the Salamanca district, this spacious home takes a contemporary approach, emphasizing fluid spaces and contrasting materials. Nhoma Estudio’s design follows a clear intention: to create a serene, elegant, and timeless atmosphere that engages with the building’s modern architecture.

At the entrance, a curved shelving unit separates the entryway from the living room, offering a first glimpse of the spatial sequence beyond: generous, visually connected spaces. The living and dining area opens toward the main façade, where natural light streams through large windows and takes center stage during the day. Above the dining table, the Loop luminaire adds a subtle, sculptural gesture, complementing the space while bringing character and precision to the lighting.

Swap provides general lighting, integrating discreetly into the space to reinforce the design’s formal clarity and deliver consistent visual comfort. Its quiet presence complements the architecture, leaving materials and natural light to shape the atmosphere.

Set between the interior courtyard and the dining area, the kitchen is framed by wood and glass swing doors that open or close as needed, preserving its independence while maintaining visual continuity. A long hallway, softened by a glass partition that catches the light and blurs its boundaries, leads to the home’s more private quarters, where four bedroom suites, each with a bathroom and dressing room, are arranged.

The material palette plays a defining role in the home’s character. Natural oak flooring sits alongside darker stained oak paneling and furniture, while contrasting white surfaces amplify natural light throughout the interior.