The Moonbridge
Project Type : private-home
Services : Architecture & Interior Design
Location : Shantou, China
The interior design is founded on the premise that the traditional Chinese style of Shantou has evolved because of the changing times and multi-cultural influences of its locals. The show flat for this 5-level villa demonstrates a harmonious contrast between the traditional culture and influence from the west.
Project Type : private-home
Services : Architecture & Interior Design
Location : Shantou, China
The interior design is founded on the premise that the traditional Chinese style of Shantou has evolved because of the changing times and multi-cultural influences of its locals. The show flat for this 5-level villa demonstrates a harmonious contrast between the traditional culture and influence from the west.
The inspiration came from a scene of a Chinese moon bridge reflected on a lake. This represents bridging generation of families through reflection of tradition and heritage. The program of spaces was designed to demonstrate family tradition and legacy, whilst revealing traces of multi-cultural influences.
The design provided emphasis on a traditional hierarchy with the bottom, middle and topmost part of the villa demarcated as an imperative part of the house. The basement level for instance, was designed to showcase familys legacy and tradition to guests more than a service quarter typically found in other villas.
