Sera House - A refuge where contemporary chic meets timeless elegance in Barcelona's upper area

Cristina Carulla Studio presents Sera House, a distinguished residence located in one of the most exclusive family neighborhoods in Barcelona's upper area. Spanning 500 m² across four floors and surrounded by a Mediterranean-inspired garden, this home blends the timeless elegance of neoclassicism with contemporary sophistication, achieving the perfect balance between tradition and modernity.

A Dialogue Between History and Modernity

The original architecture of Sera House, with its four-meter-high ceilings, allowed for playful architectural elements that enhance its grandeur, such as the staircase, tall baseboards, and meticulously crafted moldings. These classical details reinforce its historical aesthetic, while the woodwork in paneling and cabinets introduces a restrained and sober modernity. The interior layout follows a functional logic, with the ground floor dedicated to day areas, including a study, a living room, and a kitchen, while the upper floors house the bedrooms.

Interior Design That Celebrates the Details

Each space in Sera House has been designed with meticulous attention to detail, materials, and textures:

Entrance: A natural stone mosaic floor welcomes visitors, bathed in natural light streaming through the glass panels of the main door. Two consoles, designed by CCStudio, complete the space.

Stairs: Architectural protagonists, sinuous and elegant, with a flowing handrail that draws the eye upward. The zenithal lighting from a large skylight highlights each step, creating an intimate and sophisticated ambiance.

Study: Designed in sienna tones, featuring a Shogun table lamp by Mario Botta, a Toio floor lamp by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, and matching Cesca chairs by Marcel Breuer.

Living Room: A palette of white tones enriched by textures and fabrics carefully selected by Cristina Carulla, including Dedar curtains, rugs, and upholstery. The space is anchored by a green onyx coffee table and a monumental Negro Marquina marble fireplace, adding depth and character. Notable furniture includes Sengu sofas by Patricia Urquiola for Cassina, the A.D.A. lamp by Umberto Riva for Tacchini, an artwork from Alzueta Gallery titled Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 1977 by Aythamy Armas, and a Pipe armchair by Sebastián Herkner.

Kitchen: Subtle and austere, featuring oak cabinetry and work surfaces in light gray, with dramatic dark veining against a white background, creating a unique visual map. The presence of a kitchen island and an exposed range hood adds an industrial and robust touch. The kitchen table is a custom design by CCStudio.

Powder Room: The most baroque area of the house, with walls covered in wallpaper featuring mystical Renaissance figures, a sink with swan-shaped oxidized silver taps, and a mosaic Vichy stone floor in white, gray, and black tones.

Master Bedroom: A tribute to craftsmanship and symmetry, with a freestanding central bed oriented toward the garden and a sanctuary of natural oak wardrobes that play with standing mirrors. The nightstands, crafted from olive wood with leather accents, complete the setting.

Children's Area: A custom-designed bookcase by CCStudio. Pierre Frey fabrics in a pastel color palette add softness and delicacy to the space.

A Project of High Craftsmanship and Personality

Sera House is more than a residence: it is a statement of intent. A space that recovers and reinterprets classical elements, integrating them into a contemporary design that exudes elegance and sophistication. Every detail, from custom-designed handles to luxurious finishes in fabrics and paneling, reflects Cristina Carulla Studio's commitment to exclusivity and authenticity.