Je-Space Interior Design · CLIENT: Je-Space Interior Design
Wonderland in the Alleyways is the interior design of a residential lobby in Taoyuan, Taiwan. The 274 square meter space is inspired by the atmosphere of a French cafe. Mild and cheerful colors are combined with ceramic tiles and metal details. Wood, stone, glass, ceramic and fabric balance sharp and soft surfaces. A vaulted glass ceiling in the hallway brings in natural light and draws the eye upward, which reduces the effect of the low ceiling. Wooden window shutters create layers, so entering each area feels like walking through quiet alleys.
Press Kit
- Unique Properties
- This case is an innovative design of the resident lobby inspired by the vibe of the French cafe. Instead of following the common way to open up the spatial perception through materials, the designer creates a much playful and cozy space with the vibrancy of a coffee shop. The use of colors is rather mild but cheerful while decorated with the vividness of ceramic tiles and the luster of metals.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The project is 274 square meters.
- Tags
- Innovation, Lobby, Cafe, Residence, Mixture, Natural
- Production Technology
- As it is like strolling around alleys, the wooden window shutters around the coffee shop give a different experience to the residents and guests. Thus, layers are built up one after another when entering each area. The ingenious idea is therefore a great example of how interior design can brighten up daily life by turning a normal lobby into a visual feast.274
- Design Challenge
- Instead of following the common way to open up the spatial perception through materials, the designer creates a much playful and cosy space with the vibrancy of a coffee shop. The use of colors is rather mild but cheerful while decorated with the vividness of ceramic tiles and luster of metals.
- Project Duration
- This project finished in March, 2021, in Taoyuan, Taiwan
- Operation Flow
- The brightness of natural light and white walls contributes to a comfortable perception. As it is like strolling around alleys, the wooden window shutters around the coffee shop give a different experience to the residents and guests. Thus, layers are built up one after another when entering each area.
- Research
- The use of colors is rather mild but cheerful while decorated with the vividness of ceramic tiles and luster of metals. Materials such as wood, stones, glass, ceramic and fabric are used to balance the feeling of sharpness and softness.
- Inspiration
- While entering the lobby, the vaulted glass ceiling in the hallway not only introduces natural light but also expands the visual space. It draws eyes upward and makes the room much airier and spacious, solving the problem of a low ceiling. In addition, the use of windows and glasses make it visually spacious. The brightness of natural light and white walls contributes to a comfortable perception.
- Image Credits
- Image #1-5: Photographer Chiu Chuang His, Wonderland in The Alleyways, 2021
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