A 30-something couple, their two kids, and golden retriever decided to set down roots in Nir Am, a small kibbutz in southern Israel, despite the elevated level of danger in the region. The modern slash industrial house was designed by Zarta Studio, with SHTAIGMAN in charge of the minimalist interiors.
The home spans 220 square meters over two stories with just enough detail to give it a cozy and livable feel. To give it an industrial look, they incorporated raw materials, like concrete, wood, and metal, with exposed beams and polished concrete floors.
The monochromatic color scheme is broken up with worn brown leathers and distressed wood. Much of the furniture was custom built for the project, including the long credenza in the living room, the coffee tables and metal shelf by the entryway.
The metal stairs lead to a loft that overlooks the main living space.
Upstairs includes a master bedroom, kids room, bathroom, and a multi-use loft with a TV area, workspace, and reading window.
The master bedroom features a black wall (the homeowner’s favorite color) with a wooden headboard embedded in it, which warms up the space.
The children’s bedrooms were built for security, made with reinforced concrete, to protect the family during times of war. An alarm sounds and they have 10 seconds to get into a secure place and with the kids rooms being safe, they know they’ll always be protected.
Photos by Itay Benit.

3 Comments
Martyna on 01.13.2018 at 08:58 AM
Hey
I looked at this flat with curiosity. How did the unstable political situation of the region reflect in the design? And there are things that a careful eye would connect to the mentioned issue.
But most of all, some parts of the flat are truly wonderful. The bathrooms!
wow, I like them so much.
The floor and the walls, quite inspirational. Also I like the way they mixed wood with the raw grey walls.
It is just, that to me personally, contrasts are something big. A warm interior, next to a minimalistic one.
But, it is how I would design it :)
Looking forward to more
Thanks, M.
KMP Furniture Blog on 01.29.2018 at 01:24 AM
I like the design, however those grey concrete floors look too cold and off-putting, or maybe it’s just me..
Sarah R on 07.27.2019 at 21:54 PM
I am in love with the herringbone bathroom- could you tell me the make of the fixed glass with the black frame?
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