International Design

International Design

International Design featuring great design, architecture, fashion, graphics and innovation from across the globe.

 

Chalk

Chalk is a private apartment interior located on the fourth floor of a contemporary residential building in central Warsaw. The apartment covers an area of 340 square meters. Natural materials define the interior, including wood, stone, raw steel and fabric. The same materials are repeated in every space, creating a harmonious, light and cosy atmosphere. A small number of contrasting elements, such as artworks, provide visual accents. Bespoke details were designed for the project. The interior follows the functional and aesthetic requirements set by the client.

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Ciftci Towers Residence

Ciftci Towers Residence is an interior design for a high rise apartment in Istanbul. The apartment covers 346 square meters and includes a living room, a kitchen, a master suite, a guest suite and a private gym. Mirrored ceiling panels with a concealed suspension system extend the perception of height. Brushed stainless steel wall cladding with lambri detailing and full height glazing help control glare and light diffusion. Open planning connects the lounge, dining and kitchen areas, while the private rooms remain acoustically buffered.

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Episode Shinchon Campus

Episode Shinchon Campus is a shared housing facility located in the Shinchon district of Seoul, South Korea, close to four major universities. The building has fifteen floors and 393 residential units, ranging from compact rooms of 8.6 square meters to larger units of 42.8 square meters. Twelve communal facilities are provided, including co-working spaces, music studios, cooking lounges, focus areas, relaxation zones and laundry rooms. A digital platform manages the booking of shared spaces. The layout combines private rooms with areas for community interaction.

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Yhdq Design

Yhdq Design is a headquarters interior of 1500 square meters located in Chongqing, China. The space combines a working office with a gallery. A seamless mirror-polished stainless steel ceiling reflects the surrounding cityscape and brings the urban view inside. Curved partitions rotate on concealed tracks, so areas can be reconfigured quickly and quietly. A programmable lighting system adjusts the atmosphere for different uses. Warm travertine and American walnut are paired with micro-cement and wire mesh glass. Kinetic artworks are treated as part of the architecture.

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Shibuya Tsutaya

Shibuya Tsutaya is a commercial complex located at Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo. The building was stripped back to its structural skeleton, and the bare spaces were unified in gray materials to form a neutral canvas. Each of the two basement levels and seven upper floors has its own character, yet every area is intentionally left unfinished to allow future change. Non-essential elements were removed to create clear sightlines and simple circulation. About 500 seats and digital directories serve visitors, and a large screen on the facade shows news and event information.

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Plastic Box

The project is an example of minimalist brutalism. The space redefines the shopping experience through bold aesthetics and innovative functionality. Conceived as a concrete shell with straight lines and geometric volumes, it conveys a sense of strength and permanence. The most distinctive element is the ceiling, composed of more than a thousand recycled plastic crates arranged in a modular, meticulously aligned manner.

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