Her Guang Interior Design Co.,Ltd. · CLIENT: Her Guang Interior Design CO.,Ltd.
Flex Haven is a residential interior design for a family apartment. The design balances play and function within an adaptable layout. A central slide is joined by a swing, monkey bars and a curved ceiling, forming an environment that grows with the child. The slide unit follows a block-inspired form, and the stairs retract to become flush storage or a hideout. A ceiling track allows later conversion into a storage room. Three zones separate the parents and children areas while keeping a shared family space, so the home suits changing needs.
Press Kit
- Unique Properties
- This project blends playfulness and function within a sustainably adaptable space. A central slide anchors the design, joined by a swing, monkey bars, and a curved ceiling to support a child’s evolving needs. Inspired by building blocks, the slide unit features retractable stairs that become flush storage or a secret hideout. A ceiling track enables future conversion into a storage room, allowing the space to grow with the family and extend its design life.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Purpose of Space : Residential Space
Floor : 9F / 12F
Building Height : 36 m
Principal Structure : Reinforced Concrete
Total Floor Area : 70p
Principal Materials :Melamine Board,Magnetic Writing Board, Engineered Stone,Tatami Mat,Bamboo Charcoal Paint,Quick-Step Laminate Flooring,Cast Iron,Wood,systeam furniture,Ceramic Tile,special paint - Tags
- herguang,Flex,Haven,family,child-centered
- Production Technology
- To ease the upkeep of a large home, the design prioritizes organized storage, assigning every item a clear place to reduce cleaning stress. In the children’s bathroom, mineral coatings create seamless, mold-resistant surfaces for easy maintenance. Wood grain elements—ranging from natural veneers to laminates—are selected based on function, balancing durability with visual warmth. Each material choice reflects careful consideration of daily living needs.
- Design Challenge
- Situated on a triangular plot, this fan-shaped home redefines daily living through the movement of natural light. Public areas and bedrooms line the sunlit edge, allowing daylight to guide the spatial experience. Core functions are placed inward to ensure fluid flow and generous storage. The layout fosters comfort, sustainability, and harmony with modern life’s shifting pace.
- Project Duration
- Started on 2023/02/24
Posted on 2024/08/16 - Operation Flow
- The layout is thoughtfully divided into three zones, balancing privacy and shared living. The outer edges house bedrooms and common areas, while the central zone is a shared family space. To the left of the entrance lies the parents’ domain—master bedroom, ensuite, walk-in closet, kitchen, and laundry. The right side is designed for the children, with bedrooms, a bathroom, and a multipurpose playroom. This subtle zoning separates adult and child spaces while preserving interaction, creating a flexible home that nurtures independence and connection.
- Research
- This project challenges the child-centered norm by redefining the home as a balanced space for both parents and children. Activity zones are subtly divided to foster independence while preserving restful areas for adults. Thoughtful circulation connects yet separates, allowing seamless shifts between interaction and solitude. Family life is reframed not as sacrifice, but as a shared rhythm that respects individual needs within a collective home.
- Inspiration
- Soft wood tones, paired with light beige and warm white, create a serene, family-friendly space. The master bedroom continues this palette with green accents and deeper materials for a calming effect. In the children’s bathroom, specialty coatings minimize grout lines for easy upkeep, while playful tiles add joy. A display cabinet from entry to kitchen echoes cabinetry from the family’s old home, preserving design memory and offering the child a sense of comfort and familiarity.
- Image Credits
- Image : Photographer Hsiao Hsiung Liang Yen,2020.
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