Opus XII is a minimalist apartment located in Rome, Italy, designed by OPUS Atelier. Embarked upon a journey to restore its original architectural grace, the first step was to uncover the initial oak flooring that had long been concealed and compromised by previous owners. This has been replaced with a fresh parquet that beautifully mirrors the original pattern, effectively bridging the old with the new. This renovation leans heavily on the utilization of natural materials, notably local travertine marble and wood. The detailed study of color schemes harmoniously ties in with the exterior vistas, and the interplay between light and shadow bestows the project with a timeless ambiance that converses eloquently with the spectacular palaces and ruins visible outside.

Once neglected for several years, the apartment once featured fragmented spaces, characterized by a long corridor connecting a series of labyrinthine rooms. Now, keeping in sync with the modern living preferences of its younger occupants, the space has been transformed. The architects devised a flowing open space that encompasses the kitchen and living area, punctuated by an arch in a bearing wall, allowing light to cascade into various corners of the room. The more secluded areas of the house, including the bedrooms and bathrooms, find their place on the right side of the layout, accessible through a corridor split into two distinct sections.

The first section offers a darker hue, serving both as a welcoming area and a prelude to the subsequent, brighter section that seamlessly connects to the living zone. Custom-designed storage units, wall paneling, and select pieces of furniture, including the living room table and bedroom nightstands, bear witness to meticulous attention to detail and material choice. A notable feature of the residence is the intimate study-library, fashioned in walnut wood, nestled within the living room space like a hidden gem. Complementing the revamped space are contemporary and iconic furnishings, further enriched by minimalist artworks that infuse a touch of modernity into the space.