Studio11 has combined industrial finishes with plush furnishings and colourful art to create the interior of its own workspace in Minsk.

The young Belarusian studio ? led by architects Maksim Vavinski, Tatiana Kashuro, Alexandr Zhmakin ? wanted to go beyond the simple industrial aesthetic that characterises many architecture and design offices.
While they chose to keep many of the space's raw finishes, they also added flashes of colour and texture, as well as objects that reflect the tastes and history of the team.

"It is safe to say that this space gathers up our professional preferences and is a physical expression of personal philosophy in design," said the trio.
"Here, one can find a number of techniques and objects that were used in our projects," they continued. "Things like this are very dear to us. They fill the workspace with personal history and additional internal meaning."
The 92-square-metre studio is divided up into two sections. The largest side contains a workspace, a small lounge area and a materials library. The other side contains a second workspace, and a generous kitchen and social area.
Walls throughout the studio have a rough plaster finish, but the lowest section has been painted into a rich blue tone. A matching effect can be seen on curtains that stretch floor-to-ceiling.

This blue tone contrasts with other elements in the space, from the salmon-pink counter in the kitchen to a red chair and stool in the lounge ar...