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the form of a fabric wall covering for acoustics. Behind the rotating
book wall in the living room, another hidden area reveals a reading
or relaxation space, engulfed in a calming blue finish.

The design of the upstairs sleeping quarters radiates comfort and
luxury like a true hotel experience. The master bedroom, with its
original roof construction, is separated from the bathroom by a
mirrored volume that encloses both the stairwell and the shower area.
The shower walls are constructed with two-way mirrors, enhancing
direct views of the canals. The adjacent bathroom features a traditional
Japanese bath and freestanding matching sink, both in wood. All of
the new and clearly-designed interventions are tailor-made for this
17th century house and blend into the existing environment, yet also
raise the quality of the house to a higher level that is ready for the
next generation. dw
Technical sheet
• project: Canal House
• design: i29
• client: private
• floor area: 115 m2
• completion year: 2021
• Photography credit: Ewout Huibers
www.i29.nl/projects/canal-house

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