Modern implication

Without age-old feelings of dullness, light spreads through the split-level house. Functions and traffic flow are rearranged considering the habits of the homeowners. A neat and simple abode is created by eliminating all the complicated decorative materials.

The slightly elevated flooring at the entrance provides a sense of ritual when walking into the abode. Instead of a traditional stainless-steel door, the wood door instantly heats up the space with its warm texture. Upon opening the door, different flooring materials designate the mud area at the entryway. Wood in light tones is extended to the wall and ceiling from the floor, setting a visually mild tone and creating a stress-free atmosphere. At the same time, the intrusive structural beams are hidden.

A half-height low wall along with translucent glass forms the wall behind the sofa. The glass separates the spaces without blocking sight, making the living room and dining room independent yet connected. The dining room is located on a half level above the ground floor. Adding this mezzanine floor to a layout and integrating the kitchen and dining functions in the hallway, the design can maximize the use of space. Besides, the fields are clearly demarcated by the change of vertical heights. To avoid a sense of oppression, neutral gray and white colors echo the simple and pure tone in the space.

The private area is situated on the second floor. The central corridor is equipped with a large closet. With a bedroom on the right wing, and a dressing room and bathroom on the left wing, the space fulfills the daily needs of house owners so that they can enjoy the presence of the beloved one without interrupting each other. The bedroom evokes a sense of tranquility. The large floor-to-ceiling window welcomes abundant natural light into the space. The bedroom is illuminated by golden sunlight every day.