In a recently renovated penthouse in the historic center of Padua, the Micro Velvet covering by Isoplam is the demonstration that the creativity and versatility of concrete surfaces give indoor environments a visual continuity with a sculptural impact, from the floor to the furnishing accessories.
The line between floors, walls and furnishing accessories becomes increasingly subtle when it comes to contemporary design: the use of versatile solutions capable of enlivening environments with a visual perception of continuity between horizontal and vertical is transforming interiors in spaces with a dynamic and current character, with elegant facets, sinuous geometries and material textures that acquire three-dimensionality.
In the historic center of Padua, where high fashion brands light up the Luxury District, the harmony and linearity between the horizontal and vertical elements is the key point that guided the restoration of a modern 260 square meter penthouse located on the fourth and fifth floor of a historic building in the heart of Padua and made up of fifteen residential units. The rooms of the apartment are arranged on two levels: on the lower floor there are the kitchen, living room and a large terrace overlooking the streets of the centre, while on the upper floor there are two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a study.
With the only constraint of keeping the windows and doors intact, the desire was to modernize the living area from a modern point of view, replacing the existing wooden slatted floor but keeping the warmth of the environment intact. The choice of decorative coating fell on Micro Velvet by Isoplam, a new version of Microverlay that combines a velvety and marble effect with the resistance and extreme versatility of concrete in just 3 mm thickness. Furthermore, the uneven movements on the surface make Micro Velvet slightly non-slip but at the same time smooth and pleasant to the touch.
The excellent qualities of adhesion on any type of support or material (plasterboard, ceramic, marble, mosaic, tiles, sand-cement screed, concrete, wood, plastic, glass), the low thickness and the possibility of being applied easily on the surface pre-existing, have made it the most suitable solution not only for the living room floor, the column in the living room and the steps leading to the terrace, but also for covering the furniture and furnishing accessories. Micro Velvet, in fact, allows you to create vertical textures bringing the concrete into the third dimension, thanks to its flexibility and the special Isoplam decorative tools.
The predominant taupe color given by the Turtledove nuance chosen from the numerous available colors of Micro Velvet, creates a chromatic extension that relaxes the eye and enhances every possible meaning of the word "home". And, again in terms of continuity, Micro Velvet ensures surfaces free from joints or expansion joints, so as to facilitate cleaning and make every inch of space livable.
Furthermore, the high resistance to wear and impact make it perfect not only for flooring in domestic environments, but also for any internal and external context, private and public, with medium or high traffic. But that's not all: thanks to its water repellency, it can be applied in situations in contact with water, such as shower cubicles, sinks, worktops, kitchen tops and poolsides.
Finally, Micro Velvet stands out for its low environmental impact: formulated on a water basis and free from formaldehyde, it is an excellent solution with which to reconcile design and the absence of emissions dangerous for people and the environment. This attention is well suited to those who want to keep an eye on the health of the environment without sacrificing comfort.
Project tab
Realization: Private apartment
Year of completion of works: 2022
Location: Padua (PD)
Internal surfaces: Isoplam, Micro Velvet for the living room, the access steps to the terrace and furnishing accessories, Turtledove colour, matt finish
