The Art of Design Issue 61 2023 | Page 50

The entire entrance area , while satisfying daily demands , also reflects the sense of ritual and art of the space . The layout is arranged in the form of high on the left and low on the right , so that upon entry into the home , there is a visual focus ( the entrance ) and a sense of relaxation ( the bench ), inspiring hope and imagination .
Living Room
The living room is spacious and grand , connecting with the dining room at the corner , the western-style kitchen , and the center island . With the open design , everything can be seen at a glance . The large floor to ceiling windows on the first floor look out into the courtyard , offering a panoramic view of the elegant landscape .
The spacious common area is linked with the courtyard and can accommodate various forms of social gatherings .
The three sets of custom sofas in the living room are designer originals and are laid out with one against the wall and the remaining two forming an enclosure around it . The effect resembles private islands in the ocean , and helps to bridge the gap of an empty aisle , while also breaking the mindset of traditional sofa layouts .
Dining Room and Center Island
This home boasts an integrated design of the living room and dining room . Wrapped by large curving floor-to-ceiling windows , the entire space creates a smooth spatial dynamic , integrating indoor and outdoor activity seamlessly .
The center island echoes design elements of the dining room . In the contemporary sense , the dining room no longer needs to be the focal point , and meal preparation can be hidden in the kitchen off in the corner . This allows for more living possibilities within the dining area and provides potential for both private comfort or social fun .
Outdoor Garden and Party Space
Working interactively with the indoor space , the chic outdoor garden courtyard is specially designed for this unique home type with a sunny open-air space , perfect for chatting and relaxing after dining in the fresh air .
The two custom conjoined dining tables have six different combinations to meet the needs of various indoor and outdoor activities .
Corridor
A vital passageway for both connecting and separating spaces , the corridor utilizes a clever layering method in its interior design to keep things interesting , while lighting plays a harmonizing role to drive the overall atmosphere .
The first floor corridor resembles a time tunnel and also ingeniously hides the kitchen and entrance way .