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Blanc is a combination of contemporary colonial style with an open and ethereal aesthetic .A pure work of art which blends with the neutral tones to give a peaceful and positive view. A blanc concept which not only shows the minimalism of the space but also the luxury and elegance in style. blanc also shows the timeline where the past meets the present , fusing the colonial and contemporary style.
Holding Light is the interior design of a renovated apartment in Taipei, Taiwan. The home covers 320 square meters and contains six bedrooms, a living room and a dining room. The social area is placed at the center, while the children's room and the master bedroom are set at opposite ends. Walls were removed and floor to ceiling windows were added to bring daylight into every corner. Ceiling heights and wall colors mark the boundaries between areas. Materials include warm wood veneer, leather panels, glass, thin tiles and solid wood flooring laid in a herringbone pattern.
This building stands on a sloping site, the second floor is the public zone, including the entrance, living room, dining room, and kitchen, while the first floor is the private zone, including the couple's bedroom and children's room. As mentioned above, the entrance is on the second floor, and because the building is on a slope, the facade looks like a one-story house. The exterior is finished with black natural slate stone and marble-like tiles on the exterior walls and fences, and accented with wooden latticework and white paint to create a stately yet moderately soft atmosphere.
Allure is an apartment interior in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The home covers 1980 square feet and holds three bedrooms and four bathrooms. The interior combines Parisian chic and modern farmhouse styles. White and muted tones are paired with the warmth of oak timber used for floors, ceiling beams and cabinetry. Black paneled doors, wainscoting and a fluted timber feature wall with concealed doors shape the character of the rooms. The living area, lounge, bar and terrace form one open space that links to the garden, while glass panels bring daylight inside.
Blythe is a residential interior design for a 4,800 square foot house built in the 1970s. The original structural framework was retained, while the layout was reorganized to balance shared areas and private rooms for a family of four. Arched doors and glass windows bring natural light into the interior. Custom carpentry turns former niches into storage, including a pull-out tray cabinet in the kitchen. Corvidae stone, glass and brass details create a warm and timeless character, intended to remain functional for many years.
Through the poetic dimension of natural light, the discovery of shadow, and the light touch of sunlight, rooms were created with the intention to touch the heart and soul. The art of controlling the natural and artificial light in the interior concept brings an immediate physical involvement of the people in the changing seasons' underlines the volatility of the reality and the interdependence between humans and the natural environment. This requires an organic merge between architecture and nature.
The Hidden Boxes project responds to the ongoing dominance of monotonous spatial structures in contemporary architecture, despite historical concepts like Raumplan, Domino, and Universal Plan. It seeks to deconstruct these configurations to create a new synthesis, addressing both internal architectural concerns as spatial organization, the Mass/Void relationship, and surface interactions and external factors, including climate, privacy, and cultural needs.
Sariyer Project is a residential interior design for a 210 square meter home in Sariyer, Istanbul. The plan responds to the narrow garden beside the kitchen and living room, and follows biophilic design principles. Intentional maximalism guides the scheme, with layered color, pattern, and texture. Kitchen cabinets in butter yellow are made from sustainable materials, and a dark wood bar sits in the winter garden. Layered lighting, handmade wallpapers, antique silver pieces, and artworks give the home a timeless and personal character.
Realm of Clouds is a residential building with 11 units in Taichung, Taiwan. The design joins architecture with planting, using multi-tiered vegetation, green facades and natural stone. The layout offers green views, daylight, fresh air and open interiors, while private pathways and independent entrances protect privacy. The facade greenery adds natural insulation and supports biodiversity. Rainwater harvesting, energy-efficient lighting and cross-ventilation reduce environmental impact. Locally sourced stone and recycled wood are also used.
Stranger Box is a residential interior design completed in Taiwan in 2024. Bold vertical columns and inclined supports guide movement, connect the different areas and conceal functional compartments. Sloped lines reorganize the layout, so that even a modest space offers visual interest from both frontal and lateral views. A grayscale scheme with gray and white walls defines the character of the home, while RGB light strips allow changing visual effects. Healthy, non toxic building materials were selected to reduce carbon emissions and formaldehyde levels.
Casa Acqua is a residential house built in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. The layout follows early Roman dwellings, with four modules arranged around an inner courtyard. The courtyard is surrounded by water mirrors that recall a central fountain. All modules are fully open to allow natural ventilation and daylight, so air conditioning is not required. Vertical awnings and windshields provide privacy and protection from sun, rain, insects and strong winds. Prefabricated modules shortened construction time and reduced waste. The total area is two hundred and ten square meters.
This design focuses on a unit for solo living, adopting a human-centric design principles that priorities comfort and calming atmospheres were utilized. Its interiors are defined by soft-toned wood used for flooring and walls, creating a warm, harmonious atmosphere. The sunlight and green view coming through the facades bring a refreshing effect to the home. It adds atmosphere. It has a design language that will preserve its natural character.