2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Silver Winner

Wind & Rhythm

Entrant

Hmily Fu, Sue Yan, David Cheng

Category

Interior Design - Residential 

Client's Name

Mr.Marvin

Country / Region

China

About The Entry

Centered on the concept of “Rhythm of the Breeze,” this villa captures the rustic romance of Provence in Southern France while redefining modern living. It is designed as an ideal sanctuary for urban dwellers—a space where artistic sophistication meets profound spiritual relaxation.

Departing from the imposing scale often associated with traditional villas, the entrance garden and kitchen-dining area embrace a refined, intimate atmosphere that redefines the ritual of coming home. Here, rigid boundaries are replaced by fluidity. A bi-fold window system acts as the spatial “breath” of the home. When open, it transforms the kitchen into an alfresco bar connected to the garden, dappled with light from the awning—evoking the charm of a café in Provence. Even when closed, the expansive glass frames the view like a living painting, maintaining a strong sensory link to vibrant natural scenery beyond the pane. This philosophy maximizes a sense of ease and leisure. In the living room, the double-arched glass windows break the monotony of standard rectangular volumes, framing exterior views with ceremonial grace and creating a seamless visual extension. In the bedrooms, expansive glazing dissolves the boundary between indoors and outdoors. Ultra-slim window frames minimize obstruction, allowing the greenery outside to become dynamic, living murals within the space.

The material palette celebrates raw authenticity, blending the ruggedness of stone, the warmth of wood veneers, and the texture of artisanal plaster. This thoughtful selection creates a sense of enduring charm rather than fleeting trends. Moving beyond simple visual replication, the design harmonizes rustic nostalgia with contemporary simplicity. It strikes a balance between sophisticated elegance and pastoral ease, resulting in a timeless atmosphere that feels both curated and genuinely lived-in.

Adhering to green, low-carbon principles, the design prioritizes natural ventilation and daylighting to minimize energy consumption. Low-pollution, renewable materials ensure a healthy, odor-free environment. The entrance garden features native planting to create a micro-ecological landscape that naturally regulates the microclimate. This project achieves a harmonious symbiosis, proving that Provençal aesthetics and sustainable living can coexist beautifully.

Credits

Chief Designer
Hmily Fu
Assistant Designer
Sue Yan
Assistant Designer
David Cheng
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