Once upon a time, in a 10-year-old, 30-ping dwelling in Hsinchu, a spacious yet poorly planned abode awaited transformation. The homeowners, though blessed with ample space, were cursed with a layout that did more to confine than comfort. Enter the design wizards from Zhu Yue Design Team, wielding their "diagonal and rotational" magic to turn every inch of space into a functional marvel.
Diagonal Dynamism: Unleashing Space Potential "The dining area, sandwiched between a room and a columned hallway, was nothing short of a bottleneck nightmare!" shared NIGO, the design maestro. The original blueprint boasted 3 bedrooms, a living room, and 2 bathrooms, but it fell short of the homeowners' aspirations. The solution? Demolishing a guest room to birth a dressing area, and ingeniously angling the entryway, island, and dressing room to carve out a grand dining space, a cozy nook for the wardrobe, and even a storage room for hefty appliances – all without a major structural upheaval.
Entryway Elegance: From Open Door to Open Arms Gone were the days of stepping straight into the living and dining chaos. The design team's strategic cut introduced a buffered entryway, complete with a column and a delicate glass screen, crafting a welcoming space that also served as a temporary "cool down" zone for the couple's feisty felines.
Living Room Lore: A Tale of Space and Serenity With ample room to play with, the living area was adorned with a reading nook behind the sofa and a wall unit that married heft with lightness. The blend of wood and white, open and closed storage solutions, added layers of functionality and finesse.
Dining Delight: Where Space Meets Grace Retaining the kitchen's original footprint, the team expanded the dining area by tearing down a room's wall and aligning the island and dining table along the same diagonal line. This not only enlarged the meal prep and dining zones but also introduced an innovative ceiling design to counteract the lower overhead space, enhancing the area's openness and flow.
Dual-Purpose Delight: From Angled Cut to Storage and Wardrobe The unique diagonal cut transformed a once-regular room into a near-trapezoidal space, cleverly divided into a dressing area and a storage room. This ingenious partitioning ensured that both areas were easily accessible and highly functional.
Behind the Scenes: A Design Battle Won "Our initial proposal was met with skepticism, especially from the homeowner's mother, an art teacher, who struggled to embrace the unconventional angle," NIGO recalls. The debate even spilled over to the internet, where the diagonal design won the hearts of netizens. And as the homeowners settled into their newly transformed nest, their satisfaction was a testament to the power of daring design.
In this reimagined haven, every twist and turn tells a story of innovation, proving that sometimes, a little change in perspective is all it takes to unlock the full potential of a space. 🏠✨
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