SECTOR FOCUS : RESIDENCES Clifton Leung Design Workshop
SECTOR FOCUS : RESIDENCES Clifton Leung Design Workshop
MAXIMUM MINIMALISATION 極致簡約
A classic white wall creates a minimalistic backdrop for the light oak wood furniture and flooring to achieve an overall harmonious look at this compact, 642 sq-ft residence in Kowloon, Hong Kong. Conceived by Clifton Leung Design Workshop, ceiling light troughs create a visual illusion of higher spaces, while a ‘floating’ cabinet with light troughs on the underside creates add to the illusion with a visually lengthened floor space. The entrance of the apartment is highlighted by a full-length blackboard, where guests can leave messages and the owners write notes to each other. The contrasting linear pattern of the wall, floor tiles and countertop creates a visual interest in the bathroom, where the floating cabinet and white vanity elements open up the space. A palette of warm earth tones and shades of brown create harmony and provide contrast against the neutral white background. Throughout the apartment, warm lighting enhances the sense of cosiness and ease. Capitalising on the designer’s philosophy of ‘minimalism to maximisation’, full-height cabinets are installed to maximise storage space — again critical in Hong Kong apartments, which are notorious for having insufficient facilities for storage, whether in the kitchen, bedrooms or communal areas. In the kitchen, for example, built-in appliances provide a perfect solution for the long and narrow layout, resulting in a sleek, stylish effect. This is further enhanced by the installation of a frosted glass panel at the far end, with the additional light creating a sense of airy openness. Another issue common to Hong Kong flats — the shortage of bedrooms — was addressed by the creation of a Japanese-style tatami setting with a built-in wardrobe, to make provision for a guestroom. With a simple mattress, the space is all set to accommodate guest for a comfortable stay. At other times, this private space serves as a perfect spot to enjoy a tete-a-tete with friends over a cup of tea.
香港九龍區這個小巧單位只有642平方呎，經典的白牆為淺色橡木傢具及地板塑造 出簡約的背景，一室感覺諧和平靜。設計出自智設計工房的手筆，天花燈槽營造出 樓底更高的錯覺，而櫃底的燈槽亦產生「懸浮」的效果，讓人以為地板更長更深。 一整堵黑板牆突顯出門口的位置，客人可以寫下留言，家人之間則很方便就留 下便條。浴室裡，牆壁、地板及�面的條紋對比相映成趣，白色的潔具則加強了空 間感。 暖洋洋的泥褐色與棕啡色帶來和諧感，同時亦與中性的白牆形成對比。全屋都 選用黃燈，加添舒適悠閒的感覺。 貯物一向是香港住宅的一大難題，無論是廚房、睡房還是客廳都沒有足夠地方 貯物，令人頭痛。這次的設計大大發揮智設計工房的「簡約至最」理念，壁櫃由地 板至天花，盡量增添貯物空間。又舉例說，廚房的入櫃式電器最適合狹長的廚房， 帶來時尚又雅緻的效果。廚房最後方裝上磨砂玻璃，增添時尚氣息，而額外的燈光 則營造出開揚通風的感覺。 香港住宅另一個常見的問題，就是睡房數目少。智設計工房為了解決這個問 題，特別在客房用上日式榻榻米配入牆衣櫃，只有簡單的床褥被鋪，讓客人可以適 適服服的留宿。客房平日更可充當私人空間，最適合與三五知己攤杯茶、密密傾。
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