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SPACE DESIGN PRINCIPLES

11 The transition of space

The transition of the home space presents some definite fluidity. There may be varied constituent conditions

with the different sizes, materials and shapes of the interfaces. There are also no defined spatial boundaries,

as these enclosed interfaces are made up by elements such as the barrier top partition wall, screen and

furniture at a bigger height.

In this case, the designer chooses the shelf as the separator between different interfaces, which divides the

whole interior space into different ones including the entrance and the kitchen. The floating spatial effect makes

the limited space more dynamic.

Project name: Apartament Formica Completion date: 2010 Location: Madrid, Spain Designer: Héctor Ruiz-Velázquez March Photographer: Pedro Martinez Area: 70sqm

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2. Living room

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7. Closet

8. Corridor

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Entrance Plan

1. The vertical partition wall of the entrance hall also works as television

background of the living room

2. The enclosing manner of the entrance space naturally separates this

functional area from the whole space

3. The dividing form of the entrance foyer makes the layout of the space

more natural and continuous

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1. As the heart of this spatial concept, the kitchen acts as the core to all other points in the house 2

2. The island-the epicenter of the space-is both a table and a bar, a place to grab a quick bite, or to share, 3

to work alone or to gather around

3. The kitchen intertwines all the other spaces and functions of the home, unifying the other area around Kitchen Plan

it. It is also a living kitchen which grows in relation to the specific needs of the moment, without affecting

the overall structure or shape. It grows in height with greater storage options, or in width for a greater

workspace use, depending on the users’ current livability needs. New esthetic features are added to the

traditional kitchen to make this central space versatile. The goal is to unite food and culture, moving away

from the typical concealment of kitchen items and developing a contrary concept, one of display. Through

a network of shelves, the kitchen becomes a bookshelf, a partition, a pantry… taking on a sculpture-like

visibility that begs to be seen

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1. The simplicity of the unifying concept achieved in this space makes this project an innovative and unique example of modern 4

architecture, a perfect combination 055

2. Its stone-like appearance used on horizontal planes of only 12mm is vividly contrasted with the bright yellow of the vertical

surfaces, a combination of classic and modern, where the same material, the compact Top, takes on a completely different

look because of how its use was carefully chosen

3. The fluid dividing manner makes the washroom more flexible

4. 80 square metres surrounding a nerve centre of activities and enjoyment for the home’s residents.The shelf design

allows you to put small kitchen items, such as spice racks, all the way up to large appliances anywhere. This means that the

personality of the space depends entirely on personal taste. By placing the desired objects for all to see, completely different

and personalised kitchens are created. The treatment given to this central space plays with fullness and emptiness, allowing

light and air to play a leading role in the scene. It floats from a central volume, defying the laws of gravity and the concept of

bases and structures, freeing the floor from all the bulk we are used to, that rather contaminates our spatial vision

SPACE DESIGN PRINCIPLES

12 The intention of space

The intentionality of the home space can be reflected by the virtuality and ambiguity of the space division

which can be carried out in flexible ways that endow people's imagination and perception by the integration of

the long, medium and close shots. In this way, the spatial form can enjoy abundant levels and strong fluidity.

The approach of segmentation that forms the space image includes the railings, shelves, pergolas, the hollow

partition walls, furniture, plants, water bodies and lights.

In this case, the designer chooses the glass partition and the French sliding door as the main segmentation

approaches of the linear space, while the introduction of the courtyard view makes the whole space more

diversified.

Project name: 31 Blair Road Completion date: 2009 Location: Singapore City, Singapore Designer: Ong&Ong Pte Ltd Photographer: Tim Nolan Area: 306 sqm

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Master Plan 2. Kitchen

3. Dinning

4. Living room

5. Study room

6. Family room

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1. Moving past the thick bamboo garden in front, one then has an unobstructed, continuous view through the building,

breathing space into this long, narrow terrace plot. This spaciousness is amplified by a fixed furniture wall that runs

throughout the entire length and height of the house, unifying all activities within each level

2. Inspiration was taken from the smallest details on the existing façade, such as the bamboo motifs, and subtly

employed throughout the project

3. Each area is further defined by the use of subtle cove lighting and recesses in the walls, creating a variety of

atmospheres

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Livingroom+Study Room+Family Room Plan

1. The choice of natural materials does not draw attention away from the

design's historic aspects, but instead serves to compliment them

2. Monochromatic tones were used throughout to emphasise the project's

alignment with conservation efforts of the site

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1. The beauty of the house is its neutral environment

2. The inventive response was to raise the ceiling to make

additional space in the roof, creating a mezzanine space on the

second floor

3. To resolve lighting issues, a jack roof was built to allow large

amounts of light in, which formed a bright and breezy space

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SPACE DESIGN PRINCIPLES

13 To introduce new space

Sometimes, it is necessary to introduce new spaces into the creation of home space. This kind of approach

redefines the original space by means of “Quadratic Definition” just as constructing a small room in a big

space, by which the design can express its own wishful thinking while getting rid of all the original limits and

constraints. The decorative approach is largely adopted in modern home design.

In this case, the designer introduces the style design of a streamline corridor into the original layout and then

sets the bedrooms and the washing rooms on each side of the corridor and moreover there are directive round

patterns on the floor of the corridor. The designer aims to create a vertical space with a sense of scale and

depth while forming a melodic and canorous comparison.

Project name: Ruiz-Maasburg Penthouse Completion date: 2009 Location: Madrid, Spain Designer: Héctor Ruiz-Velázquez Photographer: Pedro Martínez Area: Area: 60 sqm

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1. The entrance

2. The corridor

3. Kitchen

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2 5. Bathroom

1 6. Bedroom

7. Living room

Master Plan

8. The balcony

Section Plan

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23 1 1. A dynamic axis that emerges from the entrance leaves static spaces on both sides of the three-dimensional sinuous

Entrance+Corridor Plan diagonal. Designer use certain black points and surfaces in order to give scale and depth and thus create a complementary

and melodic contrast

2. This hallway seems to defy gravity and logic and thus changes unexpectedly the perception of space according to the user

and his movement through them. Thus it creates a completely fluent and dynamic space in a static surrounding

3. This tiny penthouse apartment in Madrid packs a punch - at just 60 square metres (about 650 square feet) the small space

was designed to be super efficient and unique. It's especially interesting to see how architect made use of forced perspective

and curves to make the space appear larger

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1. Designer has transformed the attic space of an early 20th century building in Madrid, into a

new living space with a variety of levels 1

2. The white colour and the lighting are further tools of design Dining+Kitchen Plan

3. The white colour and its multiple nuances of shadows created by light give a feeling of

profundity and wideness

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Bedroom Plan

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Living room Plan

1. If fit in all the functions in an insufficient surrounding, the space

would have collapsed, occupied by all useless things, and would

thus have given view to the bare dimensions of the hardly hidden

functions. In this way designer have used basic theatre tricks

like forced perspectives in order to achieve much wider spacial

perceptions

2. The far-from-standard shapes and curves mimic the homeowner's

flow and use of space and the additional 50 square metres of

adjacent terrace space was integrated into the home to further

3 maximise the sightlines and openness

3. In this attic of only 60 square metres inside and 50 square metres

of terrace\/patio in the centre of Madrid, designer tried to use every

centimetre of space available, combining efficiency, spirit and

sensibility by means of aesthetics and function

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SPACE DESIGN PRINCIPLES

14 The alternation of space

The combination of the home space can be showcased in interactively embedded ways, which can integrate

the advantages and characteristics of different spaces as well as cover the shortages.

In this case, the designer implants a floor of bedroom space in the original open space with a strong linear

sense and uses the space under the bedroom as the living room. The colour scheme of all the materials and

the explicit directivity of the lines coordinate and unite the different functional areas and spatial environments.

The introduction of the new space makes the open and spacious interior space more abundant.

Project name: Ceramic House Completion date: 2010 Location: Madrid, Spain Designer: Héctor Ruiz-Velázquez Photographer: Pedro Martinez Area: 54 sqm

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First Floor Plan Second Floor Plan

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3. Fireplace

Section Plan 4. Office

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6. Kitchen

7. Toilet

8. Bedroom

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1. Where roominess, brightness and time flow in a multifunctional space without corners or precedence

2. The result is the power to move around in few square metres at different heights, going up and down, offering a new

experience of roominess in the context of a home to explore the space

3. It is about expanding the parameters of interior design as well as the conventional trends of arrangement

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Office Plan

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1. Every one of the rooms or points of the home can be located by specifying the axis of coordinates 1

2. The spatial flexibility that transforms this home is an innovative housing concept which adapts itself to the actual

necessities and to the new usages 2

Dining+Kitchen Plan

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Bedroom Plan

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1. The transition between the rooms is continuous and lets the movement flow freely across the

numerous levels

2. The ceramic transforms itself into an excellent dynamic entity

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Toilet Plan

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SPACE DESIGN PRINCIPLES

15 The layering of space

The dimension of the home space can be decided by the amalgamation and permeation between different

enclosed interfaces or sometimes by men’s visual association. The variation of the space dimension can make

the plane layout more flexible while enhancing the sense of scale and depth of the space.

In this case, the most remarkable highlight goes to the courtyard design in the centre of the layout. The

designer designs it as the central pivot of the traffic stream line, a patio providing the interior space with natural

lights as well as the visual focus. Moreover, the plants in the courtyard also increase the ecological significance

of the interior space. The diversity of the plants and the transparency of the partition in the courtyard effectively

intensify the sense of hierarchicy of the whole space.

Project name: 72 Sentosa Cove Completion date: 2009 Location: Sentosa Cove, Singapore Designer: Ong&Ong Pte Ltd Photographer: Ong&Ong Pte Ltd Area: 308 sqm

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Master Plan 1. Covered carpark 12. Powder room

068 \/ 100 Home Design Principles 2. Forecourt 13. Yoga room

3. Service access 14. Living

4. Entrance 15. Dinning

5. Storage 16. Jacuzzi

6. Foyer 17. Outdoor shower

7. Staircase 18. Outdoor staircase

8. Garden 19. 16-meter swimming

9. Kitchen pool

10. Service staircase 20. Outdoor deck

11. Guest bedroom 21. Garden

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Foyer+Garden+Kitchen plan

1. The internal spaces face inward into a multifunctional

courtyard which acts as circulation pivot and light well, while

also serving as a visual focal point. Dense foliage also

provides a natural means for additional privacy

2. This is a home that can endure the tropics with minimal

environmental impact, by tapping on available resources

3. The interweaving of the gardens and kitchen space has

greatly blurred the boundaries of indoor and outdoor

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Living+Dining+Outdoor deck plan

1. Each level catering to various social and entertainment

needs while also accommodating each family member’s

individual need for solitude

2. This is first and foremost a home for an active couple and

their kids. For this, a lap pool ensure their fitness needs are

adequately taken care of

3. The house is conceived as a mass container that faces

towards its interior, around a central courtyard that behaves

as an inter-connector, and functions at the same time, as

a circulation pivot, a light well, a ventilation exhaust and a

visual landscape focal point

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Living Room Plan

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1. The main concept of breaking paradigm takes place right at the entrance: the entrance gate leads the visitor to walk around 4

the pool and into the house by double-height atrium, where the whole house communicates 077

2. The house, designed for a young couple, abolished traditional divisions and spaces. Downstairs, the living area acts as a

liaison between the inside and outside through the large pivoting doors.

3. The wall hides the volume of single staircase

4. Simple solutions and a few materials, but used in generous amounts confer personality and a timeless touch to this design,

which shows a simple way of living

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1. The kitchen is integrated into the environment, with a niche where the stoves were installed, and even the charcoal grill

2. The dining area is perfectly integrated into the kitchen and living room, an ideal situation and true, eliminating the

duplication of existing spaces as in current projects

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Master Bedroom Plan 079

1. The master bedroom is separated from the living room by

a glass wall, revealing to the cube of masonry houses toilets

and showers.

2. Sink and closet are integrated into the sleeping space

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STUCTURE DESIGN PRINCIPLES

18. Coordination of the plane 082 23. The extension of the space 100

19. The basic point of division 086 24. The organisation of the vertical space 104

20. Surface decoration 090 25. Protection and decoration 108

21. The establishment of space’s image 094 26. The re-creation of the interior space 112

22. The stillness of the space 096 27. Challenge limitation 116

STUCTURE DESIGN PRINCIPLES

18 Coordination of the plane

In home design, the plane layout plays an important role in forming the total design quality. As the essential

factor of the space definition, the structure design of the ground can always be took into consideration as a

whole element, which defines the scope of the used space with its smooth basal plane. Serving as the plane

for people’s activities and the display of furnishings, the ground has always been built as a secure and hard-

wearing surface to make sure the adequate safety and sustainability.

In this case, the designer paves the ground with the floor board in the horizontal direction, which not only

contributes to the interpenetration of the dinning room, the living room and the kitchen, strengthening the

fluidity, but echoes well with the wall space in colours.

Project name: Harlem Duplex Date: 2009 Location: New York, USA Designer: Studio SUMO Photographer: Studio SUMO Area: 158 sqm

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First Floor Plan

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Second Floor Plan 1. Entrance 6. Dressing bar

082 \/ 100 Home Design Principles 2. Kitchen 7. Stair

3. Living room 8. Bedroom

4. Dining room 9. Roof deck

5. Bath room

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1. The long and narrow horizontality was complimented 2. All the walls and ceiling surfaces of the HUD plan were

by a vertical cut spanning the width of the apartment at its removed and domestic programmes including kitchen,

midpoint, and a new cantelievered steel stair and bridge was entertainment equipment, storage, and toilets were

inserted. This light, harp-like structure coupled with a new incorporated in linear strips along the party walls

bulkhead facade leading to a roof deck at the rear, brings

light into the center of the apartment

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Entrance+Kitchen Plan

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Living+Dining Plan

1. The approach to domestic programme created a linear openness with long views that are

accentuated by new windows and skylights

2. The stair leads to the bedroom loft and the roof deck on either side of a steel bridge

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Bedroom Plan

1. The tall folded ceiling surface reveals the steep dormer of

the building and is flanked by two consoles, one holding a

toilet and sink, the other a closet. These consoles also hold a

rack for the owner’s sneaker collection

2. The wood deck with flush skylights is beyond, providing

a horizon to the tall compact bed\/shower loft. When privacy

is required, the space can be also closed off with a series of

pocketing door panels

3. A hi-gloss ceiling bounces light onto the consular glass

ribbons which further illuminates the space

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STUCTURE DESIGN PRINCIPLES

19 The basic point of division

There are many kinds of approaches of home space division: the girders and the pillars, as the fictitious

definitive elements, are necessary elements of space division which can not be ignored besides the application

of immobile interfaces and furnishings. They constitute the three-dimensional virtual space on the rooftop and

the ground in an axes array while being the constructional elements of the building. The size of space of them

is closely bound up with the structural module, therefore the girders and the pillars serve as the basic point of

interior enclosure and division in the process of the home space design.

In this case, the designer retains the characteristics of the original building and makes a study on the colour,

thus fusing them with the overall environment together artfully. Moreover, the ordering arrangement of the

furnishings, combining the array of the girders and the pillars, further increase the four-dimensional attribute.

Project name: Island I Completion date: 2008 Location: Peloponnese Peninsula, Greece Designer: Cadena Design Group Photographer: Vangelis Paterakis Area: 340 sqm

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First Floor Plan 6. Bedroom Second Floor Plan

7. Guest room

1. Entrance 8. Library\/study room 1. TV room

2. Dinning 9. Bathroom 2. Bathroom

3. Living room 3. Master bedroom

4. Kitchen 4. Wardrobe

5. Patio

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4 1. Large windows ensure the flow of daylight to the dining room and living room.The comfortable sofas and armchairs enhance

3 the cozy ambiance and the stateliness that impregnates the house

2. Paintings of contemporary Greek artists are displayed on the walls of the dining room. The light tones employed throughout

Patio Plan the house confer charm and distinction to it

3. The patio is a space for enjoyment in the open air

4. The painted palms in the wall make up a place which invites us to dream

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Guest Room Plan

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1. The guest room is decorated in black and white which contributes to give

a sober and elegant look

2. The arrangement of the stylish furniture was made in accordance with

light providing liveliness to its rooms

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Master Bedroom Plan

1. The master bedroom is one of the most singular rooms of this house

2. The 4 windows create a delicate illuminated and friendly atmosphere and the balcony has a great view of Spetses Island

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20 Surface decoration

During the process of the home space design, the wall, dividing the whole space on the ground into two totally

different activity areas with its hypostatic plate, is the concrete definitive element of the interior space. The

walls made from different materials are the main components of the enclosed interior space and support the

whole architecture, providing the interior space with protection and privacy as the main decorative surface.

In this case, the designer designs the wall as a background that integrates different functional areas using

simple modelling techniques and changes the main wall separating the living room from the gallery into a built-

in bookcase in which the office space supplies such as the books and the facsimile apparatus are concealed.

In this way, the office space is skillfully saved and the whole environment seems cleaner.

Project name: Apartment 3E Completion date: 2008 Location: Beijing, China Designer: Chien-Ho Hsu Photographer: Vector Architects Area: 265 sqm Structure and material: Corian,

White Oak, Low-iron Glass

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3. Wardrobe 10. Public bathroom

4. Gallery 11. Storage

5. Dinning room 12. Guest bedroom

6. Kitchen 13. Children’s room

7. Living room

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2 1. The eleven-metre deep living area provides a loft style space for relaxing, gathering and

1 working.

2. With the constraints of existing load-bearing wall structure, the reorganisation of spatial

functions efficiently fulfills the basic needs for the family’s daily life and creates a more flexible

living space as well. The foyer leads to the gallery which naturally becomes a common space

for the family before entering into the main living space and private rooms, and also provides a

possible expansion for future needs.

Gallary+Living Plan

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1. A floating closet unit in the master bedroom not only provides a visual barrier from the

living area, but also creates a buffer zone between the master bedroom and bathroom

2. The arrangement of the paintings and coffee table adds the simple space a sense of fun

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Bedroom Plan

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2 1. All living functions are clearly defined, and yet the spaces retain a sense of continuity and

cohesiveness

2. Open kitchen design encourages interactions between the kitchen and dining area, and the openness

also improves the insufficient daylight from north facing windows.

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STUCTURE DESIGN PRINCIPLES

21 The establishment of space’s image

The roof shape in the home space design is the ultimate definitive element of the interior space structure. As

the covering component of the interior space enclosure, it makes the architectural space the interior with its

downward protective function. It plays an important role in visually shaping the image of the interior space.

In this case, the designer retained the historic concrete roof shape in order to reserve the characteristics of the

original building while making a comparison with the modern life style. In the space configuration, the designer

uses the brunet furniture and the hanging mirror to amalgamate the exposed concrete roof and the whole

environment naturally.

Project name: Urbania Completion date: 2009 Location: Monterrey, México Designer: GLR Arquitectos \/ Gilberto L. Rodríguez Photographer: Jorge Taboada Area: 12,873 sqm Awards:

Calli First Award, Category: Remodeling, XV Nuevo Leon Biennial of Architecture

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Section Plan 剖面图 3. Bining room

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1. The rest of the structure and original brick walls, were 3

the subject of a careful restoration in order to rescue the 4

architectural qualities of the building, which is an excellent 095

example of modern architecture from the mid-twentieth

century

2. The slogan used to promote these apartments is in itself

a manifesto of a new way of life because it says \"the city

can only be lived in the city and this is the way it will be with

Urbania\"

3. In the interior was maintained, partly, the character of the

building, leaving the ceilings with the original apparent 50

years old concrete

4. Without any doubt, the most important thing is that this

work is a gamble for a new lifestyle that take advantage of

what’s already built and wants to regain the movement of a

moribund area of Monterrey

STUCTURE DESIGN PRINCIPLES

22 The stillness of the space

Doors may define space and act as transitional elements for the interior home and they may become the

intermediary of the interior and the exterior by breaking a continuous wall so as to connect different spaces

together visually. As well as being the means of protection and directing traffic pathway, the function of the door

changes with its location, size, style and structure. Sometimes, the style and type of the door define the overall

style of the home space.

In this case, to meet the clients’ demand of retaining the ambience of the traditional architecture while putting

in some modern elements, the designer gives special attention to the style of the sliding door. Meanwhile, the

large scale and proportion of the door can fill one with deep veneration, which implies the significance of the

whole building.

Project name: Pacific Heights Townhouse Renovation Completion date: 2008 Location: San Francisco, CA, USA Designer: Feldman Architecture Photographer: Paul Dyer Area: 355 sqm

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15 16 17 18 19 20 14 1. Side entry 12. Bedroom 1

2. Garage 13. Master bedroom

3. Side yard 14. Yard below

4. Lobby 15. Living room

5. Guest suite 16. Dining room

6. Living area 17. Kitchen

7. Rear yard 18. Family room

8. Entry 19. Roof garden

9. Playroom 20. Spa

10. Window seat

11. Bedroom 2

Third Floor Plan

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