Interior view of a room with concrete beams, white walls, and a sliding glass door opening to a terrace with green awnings and potted plants.

A minimalist interior space with a view of an outdoor terrace. The room features a smooth floor, white walls, and exposed concrete beams. There are ceiling lights and a large sliding glass door leading to the terrace. The terrace has decorative green awnings, wrought iron chairs, a small table, and various potted plants.

Interior view of a room featuring an ornate wooden cabinet with decorative carvings, two red vases on top, a potted plant on a wooden stand, and a dining chair partially visible. The room has exposed concrete beams and a plain white wall.
A minimalist interior space featuring a green sofa, a red cast iron radiator, a framed artwork on a white wall, and a green plant in the foreground.
A modern kitchen interior featuring stainless steel cabinets and red and white tiled walls. An antique wooden table with a bowl on top is placed against the wall.
A modern kitchen interior featuring stainless steel cabinets, a granite countertop, and a tiled backsplash in red and white.
A modern kitchen interior featuring stainless steel appliances, white and red tiled walls, and a countertop with decorative items.
A minimalist bedroom interior featuring a wooden closet, a bed with a striped pillow, a brown blanket, a small red lamp on a side table, and a small framed picture on the wall.
A minimalist bedroom with a window view of an apartment building, featuring a red radiator, a small marble side table with a red lamp, and two decorative wall plates.
A minimalist interior space featuring a wooden table with a marble top, a red desk lamp, and a chair. The background shows light wood-paneled doors and a plain white wall.
A minimalist architectural illustration featuring various furniture pieces and structural elements arranged in a row against a plain background.
Architectural floor plan of a residential space with labeled rooms and furniture layout.

Story

A Dialogue Between Eras in Carabanchel GNR House, situated in the peripheral district of Carabanchel, Madrid, is a comprehensive renovation project by MOCA. This architectural intervention reinterprets the defining elements of 1970s residential blocks, such as terrazzo flooring, aluminum windows, and ceramic tiles, establishing a continuous and cohesive spatial backdrop. The design strategy emphasizes the preservation and enhancement of original features, including green awnings, cast iron radiators, marble tables, and antique wooden furniture. This approach allows these elements to stand out, celebrating their history and imperfections. The renovation achieves a harmonious balance between the old and the new. Contemporary design elements introduce clarity and functionality, while the preserved furniture and architectural details maintain a sense of continuity and memory. The house is not perceived as a completely new space but as a natural evolution, ready to accommodate new stories while honoring its past.

## Design Highlights

Contemporary reinterpretation of 1970s terrazzo flooring, aluminum windows, and ceramic tiles. Preservation of original features such as green awnings and cast iron radiators. Integration of antique wooden furniture and marble tables. Emphasis on the historical narrative through visible marks and imperfections. Balance between modern functionality and historical continuity.

## Key Facts

Key Information Details
Location Carabanchel, Madrid, ES
Year 2026
Architect MOCA
Surface Area 110 m²
Project Leaders Carlos Moles Romero, Adrián Sánchez Castellano, Gádor Potenciano

Technical Summary

Finishes

  • flooring: Contemporary reinterpretation of terrazzo flooring.
  • wall finish: White walls with exposed concrete beams.
  • wall finish: Red and white tiled walls in the kitchen.

Materials

  • concrete — Exposed beams in interior spaces.
  • ceramic tiles — Wall finish in the kitchen.
  • stainless steel — Kitchen cabinets and appliances.
  • wood — Furniture and closet materials.
  • marble — Tabletops and side tables.

Construction / Systems

  • Not specified

Products

  • Not specified

Palette / Lighting

  • Colors: white, red, green
  • Lighting: calm and minimalist with natural light from large windows.

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