Penthouse Lyautey by Studio BO

Perched atop the iconic Résidence Lyautey in the historic heart of Casablanca, Penthouse Lyautey is a refined residential renovation that merges modernist heritage, contemporary interior design, and panoramic urban living. Designed by Studio BO, the 250 m² penthouse enjoys a spectacular wrap-around terrace with uninterrupted 360-degree views over the city.

From this elevated vantage point, residents overlook key landmarks including the Arab League Park, the Grand Theatre of Casablanca, the Church of the Sacred Heart, the Wilaya, and the courthouse, embedding the apartment within Casablanca’s architectural narrative.

A Luminous Interior Defined by Light and Material

The design strategy centers on natural light and spatial fluidity. White-painted solid wood flooring reflects and diffuses daylight, creating a calm, airy atmosphere throughout the penthouse.

Upon entry, a grid-like oak screen subtly filters views toward the living area. This architectural element ensures privacy while maintaining transparency and visual continuity, a recurring theme in the project.

Geometry as Architectural Language

Penthouse Lyautey develops a distinctive geometric vocabulary composed of circles, portholes, and target-like openings. These forms appear across architectural details and custom furnishings, reinforcing a cohesive identity.

The travertine fireplace becomes the project’s sculptural centerpiece. Its composition: a square firebox, triangular wood niche, and circular aperture, expresses Studio BO’s dialogue between precision and playfulness.

Open Living with Contemporary Accents

The main living area integrates lounge, dining, and bar-library functions into a unified open-plan environment. A brushed stainless-steel bar introduces a reflective, industrial contrast to the warmth of wood finishes.

Furniture selections from brands such as Ligne Roset, Vitra, and ZIETA complement the interior’s refined material palette.

Adjacent to the main space, a fully wood-clad work box forms an intimate acoustic cocoon, a private retreat within the larger open layout.

Immersive Bathroom Experiences

Material experimentation continues in the guest restroom, wrapped in deep-toned zellige tiles. Here, water descends directly from the ceiling, creating a vertical cascade that transforms the act of bathing into a sensory experience.

In the master suite, boundaries dissolve between bedroom and bathroom. An open shower visually connects interior space with park views beyond, reinforcing the continuous dialogue between private life and the city skyline.

Modernist Heritage Reimagined

Studio BO’s intervention respects the modernist legacy of Résidence Lyautey while introducing a poetic reinterpretation through texture, geometry, and light.

Penthouse Lyautey exemplifies luxury residential architecture in Casablanca, combining panoramic urban views, bespoke craftsmanship, and contemporary materiality. The result is a sophisticated rooftop dwelling that redefines high-rise living in Morocco’s largest city.

All the photograhs are works of Alessio Mei