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Gary Chang’s Apartment

Yossawat — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 16:18:22 +0000

Hong Kong architect and technophile Gary Chang has the most amazing apartment. His 344-square-foot space can be shifted into at least 24 different layouts, using a funhouse’s worth of sliding walls and detachable shelving.

Chang has lived in this apartment since he was 14, moving in with his parents and three younger sisters. Back then, he used to sleep in the hallway. Now, he uses a hydraulic Murphy bed that he designed himself, which is usually hidden behind a sofa during the day. Turning his apartment into what he’s named a “Domestic Transformer” hasn’t been cheap. It only cost $45,000 to buy, but his latest design efforts came with a $218,000 price tag.

“using shifting wall units suspended from steel tracks bolted into the ceiling, the apartment becomes all manner of spaces — kitchen, library, laundry room, dressing room, a lounge with a hammock, an enclosed dining area and a wet bar.” (nytimes.com)

his apartment is decorated with alessi dishes, arne jacobsen cutlery, or what mr. chang calls an “altar of muji accessories”.

quotation from interactivearchitecture.org: “ultimate spatial flexibility is created through the multiple operations of the partitions. lighting. and mobile furniture. all the mundane necessities of bachelor life – books. cds. clothing, pictures. stereo, videos are stacked on a chrome factory shelving system and hidden discreetly behind floating white curtains. the central space becomes the actual space for living, working, eating, sleeping, chatting, dressing and reading. blue fluorescent tubes are carefully placed to wash the floor with an unearthly glow, while bright up-lighting articulates structural members. the main aperture of the front window offers views to the world beyond whether the actual view out of the window, or through the large scale movie screen to the fantasy world of hollywood, the real world of news, or the electronic world of internet.”

and his own arguement for staying there instead of moving into a bigger apartment: “but why do that? i see my place as an ongoing experiment.”

Source : The New York Times

Loft Apartment : The Old Tramshed by Concept Interior

Yossawat — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:53:22 +0000

This loft apartment overlooking the River Avon has been developed in the old tram shed built originally in 1820. The project was designed as a pied-à-terre for an overseas family.

The back wall is panelled with mirrors to give an enhanced illusion of space and light.

Skillful design using beautiful materials transforms a small master bedroom into an organised yet calm and tranquil sanctuary.

About Concept Interior : At Concept Interior Design and Decoration Limited, we design and specify individual projects for discerning clients, for all commercial and residential projects.

Claire Collins and her professional team deliver projects on time and to the budgets set by clients in order to achieve the best quality.

The company was founded by Claire, and we have established an excellent team of suppliers and contractors who deliver the finest materials and products from lighting and audio-visual through to upholstery and fabrics. We hold many samples at the company’s studio for easy reference. Our network of reliable contractors produce carefully detailed bespoke elements for individual projects such as cabinet making for kitchens, studies and bedrooms.

As a practice we regularly work closely with architects, property developers and other professionals as part of a larger design team. Commercial projects range from hotels and restaurants through to offices, bars, reception areas and new property development. Residential projects range from large manor houses and townhouses to apartments, farmhouses and new houses.

Source : Concept Interior

Donwtown Apartment by Amy Lau Design

Yossawat — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 07:58:29 +0000

Amy Lau founded her interiors firm, Amy Lau Design, in 2001. She also currently serves as an independent adviser to collectors of 20th Century decorative arts.Amy recently added fashion retail design to her resume with the completion of a flagship boutique for Elie Tahari, as published in Interior Design magazine. Amy and Amy Lau Design have also been featured in publications such as Elle Décor,
the New York Times, House & Garden, Traditional Home, and New York Spaces. This is Downtown Apartment, Amy Lau’s portfolio.

Source : Amy Lau Design

Apartment on Washington Square by David Netto Design

Yossawat — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 08:22:09 +0000

David Netto Design was founded in 2000 to provide their clients with residential decoration and architectural design of the highest quality. The creation of worlds that reflect people’s needs and lifestyles is passionate, artistic.

Source : David Netto Design

Hanover Square Residence by Front Studio

Yossawat — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 04:43:13 +0000

The renovation of this one-bedroom downtown apartment focuses on maximizing storage space for a stylish older couple who had amassed a lifetime of books, vinyl records, designer shoes and suits.

Integrated bamboo cabinetry accommodates these needs while establishing a common design language for the space. Extensive use of the eco-friendly material contributes to a modern and ethically sound aesthetic. Cork tiles in the Kitchen provide a forgiving standing surface for the gourmand couple, while complementing the lightness of the bamboo surfaces. The millwork components embody the
efficiency of a ship’s interior, such as in a hide-away office designed to accommodate a task chair behind its closed doors. A built-in kitty litter located in the pantry cabinet but accessed from the Bathroom creatively optimizes all available space.

Source : Front Studio

Herald and Weekly Times Loft by CARR Design

Yossawat — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 13:25:58 +0000

CARR is a multi-skilled firm of Architects and Interior Designers. Long recognized
for a contemporary aesthetic and sharp focus on detail, CARR is one of the most
respected design firms in Australia. This is interior design in Herald and
Weekly Time building, some portfolio of CARR.

The brief was to customise this Melbourne apartment – within the historic Herald and
Weekly Time building – to meet the client’s specific needs for loft volumes, a canvas on
which to highlight an extensive collection of artwork and increased storage space.

An original scheme put forward by base building architects rendered the mezzanine
suitable for storage only. Through considered planning and intelligent redesign of
mechanical and hydraulic services, the design team was able to sigificantly
increase the value of the mezzanine level to accommodate a guest bedroom, guest
bathroom, media room, library and art store.

Despite the client’s practical requirements, of which there were many, the apartment
has maintained the lofty, inspired feel of a New York style studio. Spaces have been
maximized without the apartment feeling at all crowded. If anything, the overall ambiance
is one of spaciousness.

The result is a modern, contemporary interior contrasted with glimpsed views of the
historic architecture and awe-inspiring outlook over inner Melbourne. The double
height living spaces and refined color palette provide texture and depth reflecting a
clear sensitivity to the space, the client’s needs and to the location.

Source : Carr Design

Apartment Interior Design by Ron Marvin

Yossawat — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 09:40:52 +0000

Ron Marvin has been in the creative industries for over 12 years. Working with such companies, as Gap, Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, West Elm. His New York home will be featured on the HGTV show “Small Space Big Style” and he is joining the show as an on-air expert. This is apartment in New York that interior design by Ron Marvin.

Source : Ron Marvin

Millenium Tower – Interior Design by Andy Goldsborough

Yossawat — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 04:15:42 +0000

Source : Andy Goldsborough Interior Design

Marinovich Apartment

Yossawat — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 12:57:36 +0000

Source : Gauer & Marron Studio

Pretty pink room – design by Wary Meyers

Yossawat — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 17:15:00 +0000

This apartment interior design by Wary Meyers. Their client in Brooklyn wanted a kind of pretty/geometric/Asian/pink/hipster vibe. The wall stencil is a take on a damask wallpaper, but customised for their client. The drips and oversprays are intentional.

super graphic

personalised wall stenciling

living room. The chandelier is made from individually suspended crystals floating around a large clear bulb.

rebord de fenetre

bedroom

dresser

bedroom wall

Source : Wary Meyers