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Transforming Walls: Masterfully Handling Levels to Ease the Pressure of Low Beams



Ever felt boxed in by low beams in your home? Doreen shares a case of a 20-year-old house revitalized by Hezhu Design, transforming a constricted space into a delightful abode, perfect for a family's evolving needs. The challenge? To accommodate the dad’s model airplane hobby, the mom’s yoga routine, and the daughters’ love for baking, all while preserving a four-bedroom layout for grandma's visits.


Here's how they did it:

1.Layout Redesign:

  • The initial 4-bed, 2-living, 3-bath layout was cramped.

  • The new design keeps four bedrooms but cuts down one bathroom.

  • The main focus shifted to the kitchen, enlarging it with an added island, perfect for family gatherings.

  • One bedroom near the balcony doubles as a dining room and guest room, separated from the living room by a sliding door, allowing sunlight to permeate.



2. Surface and Storage Design:

  • The challenge was to integrate practical needs with aesthetic appeal.

  • The visual journey from the dining wall through various recesses and protrusions in the walls adds depth, alleviating the cramped feel.

  • The high cabinet at the entrance, blending seamlessly into the wall, subtly handles storage while keeping the space airy and clean.



3. Master Bedroom:

  • Focused on the mom’s needs: a quiet space for yoga and a dressing area with a makeup table.

  • A cozy exercise nook by the window, cleverly integrating a full-length mirror on the wardrobe sliding door.



4. Dads Workshop:

  • Relocated next to the entrance for ease of access.

  • Custom features include ventilation for soldering, a fireproof mat, and a pegboard for tools.

  • A "landing strip" for model airplanes on the ceiling conceals a structural beam.


Hezhu Design's approach shows that with thoughtful planning, a home can fulfill diverse needs without feeling cramped. The attention to detail in creating a comfortable, pressure-free space has brought immense satisfaction to the homeowners, proving that sometimes, the most impactful changes are in the subtlest of details.

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