Budapest boasts one of Europe's largest contiguous Gründerzeit architectural ensembles. The apartments in Erzsébetváros and the Fifth District feature ceilings over four meters high, double doors, and herringbone parquet. They are accessed via arcaded walkways around a courtyard.
Four-meter Ceilings Demand Verticality
The most common mistake in these apartments is furnishing with standard-height pieces, leaving the top meter empty. What helps: a chandelier with height rather than just diameter, tall wall mirrors, pictures hung in two rows one above the other, and a display cabinet instead of a flat sideboard.
The Arcaded Walkway is the Delivery Route
The apartment doors open onto an open walkway around the courtyard. This is advantageous because there is space, and challenging because the elevator is usually located in the stairwell and is tiny. For large items, the route via the stairs must be checked; the turning landing is again the decisive measurement.
Warm Metal with Warm Wood
Herringbone parquet and oak doors establish a warm base tone. Brass continues this, while chrome and nickel appear cool and out of place. If you desire contrast, achieve it through dark surfaces rather than cold metal.
Shipping to Budapest
We deliver to Budapest. The price depends on the shipping weight, which for furniture is calculated from dimensions and packaging. Zone: EU. The prices are gross prices.
| Shipment | Shipping Costs |
|---|---|
| Parcel up to 31.5 kg | 34.90 € |
| Freight forwarding up to 150 kg | 169.90 € |
| Freight forwarding up to 300 kg | 210.00 € |
| Freight forwarding up to 600 kg | 280.00 € |
Freight forwarding goods are delivered curbside. This means: to the curb in front of the address, not into the apartment and not into the designated room. If you require delivery to an upper floor, please arrange it locally; this page explains what to consider.
The complete table with all weight categories can be found under Shipping and Delivery, and the delivery times under Delivery Time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you furnish rooms with four-meter high ceilings?
Vertically. A light fixture with height rather than just diameter, tall mirrors, pictures in two rows, and tall rather than flat cabinet furniture.
How do large pieces of furniture get into an old building apartment in Budapest?
Mostly via the stairs, as the elevator in the stairwell is very small. The turning landing is the decisive measurement.
Which metal suits herringbone parquet?
Warm metals, such as brass. Chrome and nickel appear cool and out of place against the warm base tone of parquet and oak doors.
Personal advice
We advise you personally and online. Send us your room dimensions or a photo at info@casa-luxury.de and we will put together a suitable selection for you.
Luxury Furniture for Budapest: Gründerzeit, Courtyard, Danube: Models from the Collection
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