St. Petersburg in Color
It’s hard not to smile when you come across a space like this one in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Thoughtfully designed and packed with vibrant color, the small studio apartment — a cozy 335 square feet — includes a collection of vintage and modern lighting, artwork, Soviet-era pottery, and pieces by Charles and Ray Eames, old and new. Take a look to see how its owner, Rustam Babayev, creates harmony in one room that must be all things: workspace, living room, kitchen, and bedroom.
Rustum’s biggest indulgence: his vintage Eames Molded Armchair from the early 1950s.
A white Eames Molded Plastic Side Chair with an “Eiffel Tower” wire base balances the bold color of the room’s surroundings.
An impressive vintage lighting collection complements the unique space.
An Eames Hang-It-All stands watch over the area dedicated to working and living.
More white seating, this time in the kitchen area, using a pair of Eames Molded Plastic Side Chairs with wood dowel bases.
See more of the tour at Apartment Therapy Tech.
By Gregory Han. Photos by Rustum Babayev. Used in partnership with Apartment Therapy Tech.