2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Gold Winner

Mandi

Entrant

Lin Cao, YuShuang Feng

Category

Interior Design - Residential 

Client's Name

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Country / Region

China

About The Entry

Embracing a prime lakeside location, this residence reimagines classical French aesthetics to inspire a highly refined lifestyle across its 2,000-square-meter footprint. Drawing from the timeless elegance of Chanel, the design strikes a balance between stately grandeur and the relaxed intimacy of a waterfront retreat, creating a romantic space where structural poetry meets the genuine warmth of a home.

Grounded in warm cream tones, the interior celebrates texture over superfluous decoration. Intricate plasterwork, natural stone, and artisanal finishes honor traditional French craftsmanship while maintaining clean, modern appeal. A sleek spatial rhythm defines the flow: a monochrome, geometric-tiled floor at the foyer leads past a fluid, curved staircase and into a soaring, symmetrical living room. With the integration of dual dining areas and an open-plan Western kitchen, the home effortlessly bridges classical order with modern utility.

The private quarters continue this subtle, vintage-inspired undertone. The master suite provides a serene, warm cocoon, while the daughter’s room features a gentle, pastel palette that feels both soothing and sweet. On the third floor, the focus shifts entirely to leisure, capturing a laid-back, resort-like energy through a cosy living room and a sun-drenched lounge, inviting slow, leisurely afternoons. Below, the subterranean level juxtaposes an intellectual library bar with a high-vibrancy fitness hub, thoughtfully blending intellectual sophistication with dynamic energy.

This intentional discipline extends to the finest details. Bespoke woodwork and mother-of-pearl detailing contrast beautifully with a classic monochrome backdrop and vibrant accents of Klein blue, creating a sophisticated yet restrained artistic tension. Intentionally eschewing rigid, matched furniture sets, the design embraces an eclectic mix of vintage pieces and custom textiles to introduce a layered, lived-in warmth. Through meticulous proportions and a poetic play of light and shadow, the residence transcends visual artistry to become a true sanctuary of everyday life.

Credits

Chief Designer
Lin Cao
Assistant Designer
YuShuang Feng
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