The japandi style, a casual mix of Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics, is ideal for those looking for minimalist warmth in their home. Magda Jagnicka is a sought-after stylist and journalist by day, and on her Instagram, which has 44,000 followers, she shares her knowledge of fashion and her favourite places in Warsaw. Today we take a look at her apartment in Mokotow district, where elements made of Sensa Taj Mahal material have found their prominent place. Check out, how she decorated the beige-bathed oasis of calm to which she gladly returns after photo shoots.

From the beginning, the assumption of the owner and her partner was to create a neutral space in this place, which would not be overloaded and would allow to calm down. In her work as a stylist, Magda has to be creative and imaginative, often acting spontaneously or in complete chaos. After work, the excitement subsides a bit, and at home Magda likes to wrap herself in tranquillity. According to the plan, it was to be a comfort zone and a place where it was easy to recuperate.

The apartment was first finished in 2004, when the building was being constructed. Since then, time has stood still in it, and although in fashion the Y2K trend is still in vogue, in interiors the solutions used in those days have already become passe. Exotic and very dark wood on the floor, crystal chandeliers on the ceiling, purple accessories... This is what the 85 sqm apartment looked like on the day it was purchased. Wanting to compete for more light and space, the wall that separated the kitchen from the living room was removed. Micro-cement appeared on the walls instead of the usual paint, the black stone tiles on the kitchen floor were painted with white resin, and the existing kitchen with outdated decor was dismantled and moved to another apartment. Architect Emilia Jędrejek was involved in designing the new toned-down version of the apartment.

The subdued arrangement that Magda was so keen on was reflected in the design of the bedroom and kitchen, among other things. Its built-ins set the tone for the entire apartment and are a key part of the living room. There is probably no guest who would pass by this part of the house indifferently. The kitchen cabinets have simple, neutral lines, and the WOW effect here is provided by Sensa Taj Mahal stone from Cosentino. It covers the countertops, the wall, and the kitchen island. It dominates... And in a very elegant style. It is, as the stylist says, "the last most important puzzle in this very long renovation.”

“We had a ready-made kitchen, but we couldn't find a countertop that would perfectly complete the project. We preferred to think everything through carefully and even wait, rather than decide on something under pressure, without feeling that it was exactly THAT. Everything became clear when we came across the Cosentino brand and a sample of Taj Mahal. We looked at this stone at the Warsaw Home fair.”

“It is a very beautiful and luxurious finishing material, in addition, practical and durable. It has a special protective layer and a following high resistance to all kitchen adventures. I have never had an open kitchen before, it has always been a separate room. I couldn't imagine a better place to comfortably cook and meet with friends” she adds.

The whole apartment has a number of "smart home" solutions in it. In the kitchen, the time is timed by the Google system, the tap water can be carbonated or non-carbonated, and the island has contacts installed with a phone charging option. A real hit turned out to be the speakers, installed in the stone island. Sitting on the sofa, they are right behind your back, so it's easy to feel like you're in a movie theatre here.

An eye-catching addition are the Danish lamps hanging over the island, which maintain a colourful order, emphasizing the stylist's love of timeless design icons. The play of colour and light is facilitated by remote-controlled curtains, set for sunrises and sunsets.

What are vases found in a bazaar on Koło Street doing in this technology-laden apartment? Magda's love of antiques was passed on to her by her grandmother, who for years collected porcelain figurines, filling all her cupboards with them. Today, the Sunday flea market is a regular weekend fixture, regardless of whether Magda is currently in Warsaw, Krakow or Olsztyn. It is for the gems of the antique fair that a wall with wooden shelves was created. You can display books, albums, candles or your favorite vases or candle holders on it.