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Timeless design with a more brutalist vision in the conception of the facade. The challenge was to create a 1000m² project on a lot of only 400m², needing to build vertically to have sea views from the main areas, including the pool. As it is very close to the sea, we decided to use low-maintenance materials such as exposed concrete, stainless steel, corten steel, and glass on the exterior. The rooftop pool is the highlight, with plenty of glass showcasing the sea view.
Central Mansion is a residential housing project built in Hainan. The project covers 128600 square metres and is arranged as two clusters joined by a landscape life axis, forming a plan of one axis and multiple clusters. A community theme garden offers shared outdoor space for all ages. High-rise areas shape the facade image along the urban expressway, while multi-storey areas support quieter private living. Facades use beige coarse sand stone paint with champagne aluminium panels that recall the coconut trees of Hainan.
The Realm of Graphite is a residential interior design for a 116 square meter home in Taoyuan City. A palette of black, gray and white is combined with warm wood tones and stone accents. A cross-shaped circulation plan places the living room and dining room at the center, while the bedrooms are arranged around the perimeter. Laminate herringbone flooring, curved details and an arched ceiling add classical references to a modern framework. Wood cladding conceals a low structural beam, and dark slatted panels with sliding doors form the television wall.
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The Jardo project illustrates the designer's quest for a balance between architecture, art, and design. The designer's fascination with sculpture had a significant influence on the final result, which is reflected in the furniture and staircase designs. A major challenge for him was manipulating the proportions and boundaries of the rooms to eliminate conventional solutions. He focused on ecology and sustainable development. He leveraged the benefits of local craftsmanship and local manufacturers working with wood, stone, glass, and natural cladding materials.
Light and Form is the interior design of a six-story standalone house in Taichung City, Taiwan. The first floor is a communal area for gathering and hosting guests. The second to fourth floors hold private bedrooms. The fifth floor contains an audiovisual room with a bar, and the sixth floor holds a home office. Wood and stone textures form the material base, while soft colors create a calm setting. A floating staircase with LED strip lights reduces the visual weight of the structure. The layout separates social and quiet areas to improve privacy and comfort.
The Silence of Light is a residential interior design for a 66 square meter home in Taichung City, Taiwan. The layout is open, so cooking, dining and relaxing can flow without rigid boundaries. A low saturation monochromatic palette is combined with titanium coated panels, stone textured surfaces, warm wood flooring and soft fabrics. Layered natural and artificial lighting is used to limit energy consumption and to shape a calm atmosphere. Clean lines, refined edges and seamless transitions support a slower and more mindful way of living.
Designed as a 100 square meter retreat for a senior executive in the technology industry, this residence serves as a temporary home for quality time with family away from the pressures of city life. Matte artistic coatings are applied throughout, with reflective surfaces deliberately minimized to reduce visual stimulation. Open living and dining areas nurture connection, while private rooms cradle rest. Warm layered lighting and gentle textures deepen the sense of refuge, creating a space for true relaxation and quiet self dialogue amid a fast paced world.
Flow of Light is a residential interior design for a high ceiling duplex home. The design uses a monochromatic palette of black, gray, and white to create a calm and balanced atmosphere. Silver Fox marble, Black Marquina marble, wood veneer, and bronze mirror add warmth and texture. Mirrored surfaces reflect light and extend visual depth. The first floor holds the open plan communal area, while the second floor holds the bedroom. A central corridor separates the living room and the dining room, guiding a clear traffic flow.
Tailored specifically for an art collector, this private residence balances extensive display requirements with everyday living comfort. Through a strategic layout reconfiguration, a previously dark unit containing three bedrooms was transformed into an illuminated loop space featuring two rooms. The design creates a sophisticated warmth by blending grey marble with rich wood textures. By integrating professional gallery lighting with flexible modular systems, the space achieves a functional aesthetic that showcases an art collection while maintaining a welcoming and domestic atmosphere.
Hill Paramount is a residential interior design for a home of 1542 square feet. Vintage aesthetics are reinterpreted through a contemporary approach, with arches, clean lines and decorative moldings set against bold contrasts of emerald green and caramel beige. A sculptural island with linear detailing provides storage and guides circulation between the living and dining areas. A revolving door connects the cloakroom and the study, allowing flexible privacy. Crafted marble surfaces and custom tiles complete the interior.
Awash in Comfort is a residential interior design for a 280 square meter home in Taoyuan City, Taiwan. The connection to nature is the core theme. The solid wall that once divided the terrace from the living space was removed, blending interior and exterior and offering panoramic views, sunlight and fresh air. An open plan layout links the living room, dining area, kitchen, open study, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. A half height television wall and a driftwood shoe bench define the areas. Italian ceramic slabs, driftwood and eco-friendly building materials are used.
Lart du Pouvoir is a residential interior project crafted for a powerful, independent female homeowner. The space expresses strength through softness, blending clean structure with fluid lines. At its core lies a sculptural curved ceiling inspired by a queen's cloak symbolizing grace and power. Smart home integration enhances daily life with subtle control, while stone textures and warm woods bring balance and refined ambiance. The layout is intentionally open, yet grounded with warmth and emphasis.