Innehållsförteckning för November 2021 från Home Journal

Maximize durability with quality cabinets door panels Alongside with stunning design, cabinets should have a high load-bearing capacity and humidity resistance to cope with notoriously humid weather. It is recommended to use European material panels and the carcass is better composed of seven-layer plywood to resist the humidity. Considering improper ventilation in an enclosed bathroom causes high humidity, Mia Cucina suggests to choose anti-bacterial panel materials for bathroom cabinets and thus, it effectively prevents bacteria production to achieve a hygienic bathing environment. Create a visual balance with sleek and contemporary design Timeless pieces and consistent style have been among customers favorites. Some brands are able to tailor each design to the specific needs of users ranging from an array of kitchen, bathroom and home products. With a one-stop solution service,…

Along a rugged stretch of coastline in Kona, a sunny district on Hawaii Island, a family’s holiday home perches on a mountainside of lava rock, fronted by the dramatic vistas of the Pacific Ocean. On the mountain side, dark lava formations conjure up a dramatic backdrop; on the other, the close proximity to the turquoise oceanfront makes one feel as if they are standing on the edge of the earth. “We needed to manipulate the site so the buildings would blend in with the landscape, while providing a graceful and multi-layered experience from mountain to sea,” says Greg Warner, the principal of Walker Warner Architects. The design team envisaged a calm and contemplative vacation retreat for the homeowners to host their family and guests. At the Kua Bay Residence, a…

Architecture and choreography share a great deal of similarities as expressive mediums, and as forms of spatial art that fashion an artistic dialogue between visitors and space. Considered in terms of choreographed body movements, architecture as a construction practice takes on a whole new meaning, elevating not only spatial awareness, but also the sensual experience of an interior. This is evident in the Upper House’s latest art initiative as part of The House Collective’s inaugural art programme “Encounters Across Cultures”. Spanning four brands from The House Collective family – namely The Upper House in Hong Kong; The Opposite House in Beijing; The Temple House in Chengdu; and The Middle House in Shanghai – the campaign weaves together multiple disciplines of dance in accordance to architectural styles and the characters of…

LOCATION: Chelsea Barracks, London Town house A deluxe six-storey town house, rare to the market in the highly coveted affluent area of Chelsea in west London, is now up for grabs at £185,000. Situated within Chelsea Barracks, a prestige residential enclave spanning five acres of English Georgian gardens, this exquisite town house boasts high ceilings, expansive entertainment spaces, home working facilities, a leisure complex, and a bespoke passenger lift that brings luxury living to the next level. Dressed by London-based interiors studio Albion Nord, 3 Mulberry Square melds classic Georgian styles and timeless contemporary aesthetics with superlative British craftsmanship and fine materials exhibited throughout, creating a scheme that promises to whet the appetite of even the most discerning connoisseurs. The house features a multitude of amenities, including a gym room,…

First we’ve witnessed some interesting NFT sales, including the never-before-seen footage of Wong Kar-wai’s 2000 movie “In the Mood For Love”; the iconic leather jacket worn by actor Leslie Cheung in another of Wong’s celebrated movies “Happy Together” (1997); not to mention the Digital Art Fair that drew overwhelming responses last month. All of which has confirmed Hong Kong as the undisputed leading art hub in Asia. The rise of crypto arts has been unstoppable ever since Beeple’s blockchain-based collage received such fanfare in March that prompted art insiders from around the world to start grabbing a slice of the pie. While most of them want in on the business opportunity, some are trying to dig deeper into the true value that NFT can bring about beyond traditional art. Gracing…

In the city of Tyumen in the vast Siberian region of Russia, the weather is cold and grey for most of the year, so interior designer Svetlana Ryseva, of local firm Studio Lynx, decided to inject warmth and cosiness into her latest project – an apartment for a family of five by using cleverly designed cabinetry and plenty of colour. Located on the ninth floor of a building in Tyumen’s new urban quarter, the 2,153 square-foot apartment looks out to gorgeous panoramic cityscapes and has vibrant interiors that are enlivened with patterned fabrics and bold-coloured custom-crafted cabinetry, and carefully selected art and décor. The apartment’s owners – a sociable couple with three young children – were looking for a home environment that was bright and cheerful, where they could relax,…

LOCATION: Birmingham, UK Residential development Located in the heart of Digbeth, an emerging cultural hub in Birmingham with a bustling street arts scene, Digbeth One 2 offers a collection of 194 one, two and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses surrounded by homey cafés, established eateries, independent shops and arts venues that make the development an ideal option for modern urban living. Influenced by the industrial heritage of the area, Digbeth One 2, by St. Modwen Homes, flaunts rustic industrial warehouse aesthetics with a façade composed of dusky red hued bricks and anthracite windows as reflections of Digbeth’s industrial history. Inside, two interior styles – Skandi and monochrome – define the homes, which are fitted with loft-style windows, sleek kitchens, luxury bathroom suites along with a host of luxury appliances. Residents can…

LOCATION: Kent, UK Residential development Looking to trade the fast-paced city life for a laid-back countryside lifestyle? Consider Ashford in Kent. Located 44 miles from the south east of London, Ashford is the county’s top business area, home to an exciting array of retail outlets, leisure amenities, a highly graded college campus and premium housing options, perfect for professionals and families to put down roots. Joining the town’s burgeoning housing market is The Triangle on Victoria Road. Developed by Kings Crescent Homes, The Triangle offers a collection of 143 apartments across three low-rise buildings arranged in a triangular layout, spanning studios and one, two and three-bedroomed units that overlook the River Stour and neighbouring Victoria Park. Situated opposite to Ashford’s flagship leisure centre Elwick Place, the development is only a…

In an era of perfectionism, the lack of tolerance for flaws is common among city dwellers. Accepting imperfections is often regarded as the manifestation of sloppiness, languish and even laziness. While striving and doing the best to achieve one’s goals is key to success, the blind pursuit of perfection has become an impediment on the path towards a joyful life. To counter the perfectionist way of life, the first studio project of Taiwanese interior designer Carina Lam uses elements that are imperfect, asymmetric, minimalistic, and ultimately, unfussy to enlighten people on the beauty of imperfection. “We rely on the three dimensions of the carrier, energy, and information to convert time into space, space into story, connecting light and air with the people living in it naturally,” she says. The unit, approximating…

Whether the term NFT causes you excitement or confusion, there’s been no escaping its rise to prominence in the art world. NFTs exploded on the scene in 2014 and have been disrupting the fine art scene since a piece of digital artwork by Beeple broke records and sold for millions of US dollars at the auction house Christie’s earlier this year. Since that sale, non-fungible tokens have driven sales of contemporary art into the billions, and the market is evolving fast. As an early Hong Kong proponent of this technology, Jaime Lau, founder of The Spectacle Group, knows more than her fair share about what is fungible and what isn’t, and you can tell this by the twinkle in her eye when explaining NFTs. THE NFT REVOLUTION “NFTs are not intangible…

LOCATION: West Chelsea, New York Condominium Designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects and Olson Kundig, The Cortland is the latest in New York’s luxury residential landscape that melds waterfront living with historic-inspired charm. Located on 555 West 22nd Street across from the Hudson River Park, The Cortland, developed by Related Companies, comprises two condominiums that offer an assortment of studios to five-bedroom residences and expansive penthouses facing the Hudson River. Some 144 units will hit the market this fall. Taking cues from the neighbourhood’s industrial heritage, the building boasts a textured façade made of limestone, brick and metal detailing that lend the project a distinctly historical touch. The interiors, done by Olson Kundig, feature high ceilings, open-plan living and dining areas and numerous multifunctional spaces designed with craft and function…