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grilles enhance the garden’s spatial hierarchy, harmonise natural
light, and increase privacy. They also obstruct views of neighbouring
buildings, allowing people to converse comfortably and focus on the
scenery in front of them.

The courtyard maintains a strong connection with the internal space.
From the inside looking out, the open design allows for unobstructed
views, while light and air flow freely. The continuity of materials and
their gradual, rhythmic progression creates a calm and welcoming
atmosphere, encouraging relaxed and easy movement throughout the
area.

The Dialogue Between the New and the Old
The space’s concept is formed by the dialogue between the new and
the old, which is intended to bridge the gap between architectural
design and the people who occupy it. Individuals and spaces should
ideally be interconnected, as designers aim to foster a sense of
closeness and community among people within these environments.
The designer has incorporated architectural elements and scenic
stories into the house while embracing a minimalist design aesthetic.
In doing so, he has created an open, integrated space where guests
can comfortably relax, whether sitting on different sofas or gazing at
the clouds and trees by the window. The inclusiveness of the space is
enhanced by its connection to the nature, which can be inherently
sensed by the body.
The design lines in this space are simple and functional, catering
to contemporary living while emphasising the pursuit of a quality
lifestyle through classic furniture design. There are no pronounced
symbols of individual aggrandisement; instead, there is a sense of
letting go of cultural baggage. In the face of nature, the individual
feels themselves as part of something larger. All forms, colours,
materials, and the interplay of light and shadow, which originate
from nature, are interconnected and transform as they relate to the
human spirit. dw

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