An Under-Stair Seating Nook Lined With Wood Creates A Cozy Place For Reading And Relaxation

October 24, 2021
An under-stair wood lined nook has bench seating with an upholstered cushion, as well as an outlet and a nearby pendant light. To the left of the nook is an open shelving unit, while to the right, are small cabinets.

When architect Mariana Pedrero of Háptica Lab, was asked to design a small apartment building and its interiors in Cholula, Mexico, she included a seating nook underneath the stairs.

An under-stair wood lined nook has bench seating with an upholstered cushion, as well as an outlet and a nearby pendant light. To the left of the nook is an open shelving unit, while to the right, are small cabinets.

The wood-lined nook has bench seating with an upholstered cushion, as well as an outlet and a nearby pendant light. To the left of the nook is an open shelving unit, while to the right, are small cabinets.

An under-stair wood lined nook has bench seating with an upholstered cushion, as well as an outlet and a nearby pendant light. To the left of the nook is an open shelving unit, while to the right, are small cabinets.

Let’s take a look at the rest of the apartment building…

The Exterior Of The Small Apartment Building

A modern and small apartment building.
A modern and small apartment building.

The Metal Stairs

The partially open metal stairs of a small apartment building.
The partially open metal stairs of a small apartment building.

An Example Of One Of The Open Plan Apartment Interiors That Has A Loft

A modern loft apartment with minimalist kitchen.

A Custom Built-in Dining Nook And Closet That Hides The Television

A modern apartment with a built-in dining nook and closet that hides the television.

The Balcony With Neighborhood Views

A modern apartment balcony with views of the neighborhood.

The Bathroom With A Built-In Vanity

A modern bathroom with a built-in vanity.

The Garage / Carport

A modern apartment building with carport.
Photography by Amy Bello | Builder: Diego Garduño Pérez