Beverly Residence Ukwakheka Ngangaphakathi Kwendlu Yokuhlala by Elaine Lu

Beverly Residence Ukwakheka Ngangaphakathi Kwendlu Yokuhlala by Elaine Lu is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Umklomelo Webhulonzi we-A' Design Award in Ukudizayina Ingaphakathi Competition Category.

IbhulonziIngaphakathi· 2025

Beverly Residence Ukwakheka Ngangaphakathi Kwendlu Yokuhlala

by Elaine Lu

Client: Lim + Lu

Umklomelo Webhulonzi we-A' Design Award Winner in Ingaphakathi Category

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The Design

About Beverly Residence Ukwakheka Ngangaphakathi Kwendlu Yokuhlala

I-Beverly Residence iwumklamo wangaphakathi wendlu yokuhlala okutholakala e-Happy Valley, eHong Kong. Ikhaya lisakaza izilinganiso ezingama-130 square meters futhi liqukethe indawo yokuhlala, indawo yokudlela, ikhishi, amakamelo okulala nendawo yokudlala. Umbhalo omkhulu wesihlahla omnyama ophawula umnyango wokungena. Ama-arch namasango amnyama ahlukanisa izindawo kuyilapho egcina uhlelo luxhumene. Ishisha lemabula elenziwe ngokwezifiso, amashelufu okubukisa akhiwe ngobuchule kanye nezitulo ezenziwe ngokwezifiso zihlobisa indawo yokuhlala. Upende oshisayo onobumba, izici zezinkuni ne-Calacatta Viola marble kwakha uhlu lwezinto zokusetshenziswa. Izitshalo ezinesimo esibukekayo zenezela ubude emikhambini.

The Recognition

About the Umklomelo Webhulonzi we-A' Design Award

Beverly Residence Ukwakheka Ngangaphakathi Kwendlu Yokuhlala iwinile uMklomelo Webhulonzi we-A' Design Award, ukwaziswa okuhloniphekile kakhulu okunikezwa imiklamo ephawulekayo eyehlukaniswa ukudala, ubuhlakani nobukhali bengqondo. Abawinile beBhulonzi yimisebenzi enobuchule obukhulu nedala ngokumangalisayo eqinisekisa isipiliyoni esibanzi, umcabango nobuhlakani babaklami babo. Beverly Residence Ukwakheka Ngangaphakathi Kwendlu Yokuhlala ilindeleke ukuba ibe yinto exatshwa kakhulu, edunyiswayo nethandwayo, enobungcweti obuphawulekayo nezinto ezintsha. Lo mklamo owinile uMklomelo Webhulonzi we-A' Design Award uhlanganisa izindlela ezinhle kakhulu ebuciko, esayensi, ekuklameni nasebuchwepheshe futhi uhamba phambili ngenxa yokunaka kwawo imininingwane. Beverly Residence Ukwakheka Ngangaphakathi Kwendlu Yokuhlala iyanelisa izidingo ngokumangalisayo, ithinta izifiso, iheha imizwa futhi ikhanga ukufuna ukwazi.

Behind the Design

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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