Beverly Residence Designatio Interioris Habitationis by Elaine Lu

Beverly Residence Designatio Interioris Habitationis by Elaine Lu is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum in Designatio Interior Competition Category.

AesInterior· 2025

Beverly Residence Designatio Interioris Habitationis

by Elaine Lu

Client: Lim + Lu

Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum Winner in Interior Category

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The Design

About Beverly Residence Designatio Interioris Habitationis

Domus Beverly est designatio interioris habitationis in Happy Valley, Hong Kong sita. Domus centum triginta metra quadrata complectitur et cubiculum sedendi, aream cenandi, culinam, cubicula dormitionis et cubiculum ludendi continet. Magnus architrabs ligneus niger ingressum notat. Fornices et portae nigrae areas separant, dum consilium totum coniunctum manet. Focus marmoreus ad mensuram factus, pluteus expositionis arte elaboratus et sellae proprie factae cubiculum sedendi ornant. Pictura calida et texturata, ornamenta lignea et marmor Calacatta Viola paletam materiarum efficiunt. Plantae sculptoriae altitudinem verticalem cubiculis addunt.

The Recognition

About the Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum

Beverly Residence Designatio Interioris Habitationis victor est Praemii A' Design Award Aeneum, honoris multum aestimati formis egregiis, creandi ingenio, sollertia et acumine insignibus dati. Victores Aenei opera perita et mire creandi sunt, quae experientiam, imaginationem et solertiam auctorum suorum confirmant. Exspectatur Beverly Residence Designatio Interioris Habitationis rem multum aestimatam, admiratam et carissimam, notabiliter professionalem et novam fore. Haec forma Aeneo victa optimas consuetudines artis, scientiae, formandi rationis et technologiae amplectitur et in cura minutiarum excellit. Beverly Residence Designatio Interioris Habitationis necessitates egregie explet, cupiditates tangit, sensus capit et curiositatem allicit.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Archways and portals is a strong motif in the apartment, subtly separating different areas. Custom marble fireplace, artfully crafted display shelves, and bespoke chairs bring a refined elegance to the living room. The kitchen features a delightful play of cabinets and countertop. Bedrooms and bathrooms strike a balance between functionality and aesthetic appeal. In the playroom, creativity brings forth a clutter-free haven, where its curated material palette fosters a warm, stylish ambiance.
Dimensions & Packaging: Area:130㎡
Tags: Residence, sustainable living, natural materials, designer home, bespoke furnitures, etc..
Production Technology: Beverly Residence presents a captivating palette of warm textured paint, wooden accents, black wood portals, and touches of Calacatta Viola marble. Each element harmoniously intertwines, creating a visually captivating tapestry that invites all who enter to be embraced by its allure. The addition of sculptural plants throughout the spaces adds drama and verticality.
Design Challenge: The greatest challenge lay in how to meet diverse functional demands within a compact 130-square-meter space, while maintaining the design's distinctiveness and cohesion. It was challenging to ensure each space was both practical and seamlessly integrated into the overall aesthetic, especially in terms of spatial efficiency and stylistic consistency.
Research: The project is a residence that the designer couple crafted for themselves, reflecting their personal vision and design philosophy. With meticulous attention to detail and a genuine passion for design, they have transformed this space into a sanctuary where style, functionality, and family seamlessly converge.
Inspiration: This project holds a special place in the hearts of the husband-and-wife designer duo, as it is their home—a meaningful project that reflects their personal vision and design philosophy. Drawing inspiration of everyday life, they transformed this 130 sqm apartment located in Happy Valley, HK into a sanctuary for their growing family, which also symbolizes the evolution of their design journey.
Project Duration: Design start time: 2023.01
Design end time:2024.01
Address: Happy Valley, Hong Kong
Operation Flow: Upon entering the apartment, one is greeted by a large black wooden architrave. Black archways and portals cleverly separate yet connect different areas smoothly. The living room, dining area, kitchen, bedrooms, and playroom are well organized, catering to daily living and bringing a cozy, diverse experience to the occupants.
Image Credits: Common Studio