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with only perimeter walls and gravel floors
— which was exactly what he liked about it.
Instead of traditional doors (except for
on the bathrooms), large partitions were
installed throughout the home to give a feel-
ing of openness and create flexible areas
that can be open or closed depending on
the situation. When cooking or working, the
couple can remain in eyeshot of each other.
In the main living area, the big tiles that
pave the floor give a smooth look while
a large Guatemalan verde stone slab
marks the separation with the parquet in
the bedroom. The bedroom comprises a
deep blue and orange walk-in closet and
OR ARCHITECT Oshir Asaban,
working with clients requires
full adaptation of their needs,
tastes, interests and lifestyle.
During this process, Asaban
feels it is always necessary to adjust the
project's creative concept to the specific
person who will live in the space. For this
home, however, it was different. Asaban
had the chance to design it for himself
and while sketching what would become
his personal nest — which he shares with
his partner and their dog — he enjoyed
complete freedom. This process allowed
him to use techniques that he didn't
previously have the chance to test, and
to introduce elements and architectural
materials he really loves.
With a 1,938-square-meter interior plus
1,076 square feet of outdoor areas,
Asaban's apartment is situated on the
top floor of a high rise building in Tel Aviv,
Israel. When the architect discovered the
space for the first time, it was an empty box
