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This project involved the renovation of an old single-story residence, with an indoor area of 108m2. To meet the needs of the single owner, the three original rooms were transformed into two, while cleverly reducing the unused corridor and expanding the public area. Additionally, the lounge near the window was partially receded using varying flooring materials, iron and glass folding doors to clearly delineate the spaces.
Continue readingGuangzhou Julong Bay is an exhibition center created inside four brick warehouses built in the 1950s on the west bank of the Pearl River. The former granary buildings keep their original structure and materials, while customized handmade clay bricks complete the new parts. A large-span steel frame and a sloping glass curtain wall form a canopy above the parallel barns, joining them into one flexible interior of 5000 square meters. The steel structure extends to the ground on both sides to form a corridor open to the riverside landscape and the existing plants.
Continue readingThe concept behind this interior design was to create a captivating and modern atmosphere while preserving the original authenticity of the space. The design incorporated curved shapes and handpicked materials inspired by midcentury modern architecture, which provided an appealing contrast to the cozy yet rustic feel of a log cabin. The redesign of the building's layout involved significant changes to both the structure and construction, resulting in more interior openings, larger glazed areas such as the full-width window in the living room, and an overall optimization for multi-family use.
Continue readingSquare is a learning center for a university in Switzerland. The interior is built as an open grid and is based on the idea of unbroken connectivity and multifunctionality. The design covers around 7000 square meters across two upper floors, a ground floor and a basement. Open plan areas are combined with fifteen rooms, a cafeteria and a lounge. A toolbox of movable furniture, presentation equipment, a foldable stage, rugs and plants allows each area to be arranged for the event taking place. Most items are fitted with castor wheels, so they can be moved freely.
Continue readingThe design defines the interior design strategy of the full palace, the designer made sure to connect all floors by a total height of 12m. He made it the main circulation area between all of its spaces and it includes all elevators, staircases, and corridors. The concept they developed using highly carved patterns on the floor, walls, and ceiling all blended together in harmony with a warm neutral color scheme. The designer was inspired by the Baroque Style that was developed in the 17th and 18th Centuries in Italy.
Continue readingSetoff is a compound exhibition and sales store for kitchenware in central Taipei. The store covers 240 square meters across three floors. The first and second floors each hold two exhibition areas, while the third floor holds one exhibition area and an office. Natural materials and low saturation colors are used on the ceiling, floor and walls, so the exhibits remain the focus. A foggy gray brand wall displays building materials and hardware samples in a row. Light belts join the ceiling and the wall to extend the space.
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