AU NATUREL
Interiors firm Decor House curates a sunlit family home with vibrant colours and innovative designs室內設計公司Decor House運用繽紛色彩和創新設計，
呈現洋溢陽光的家園
When a business couple commissioned Amy Chan and Jimmy Li, the chief designers of Hong Kong interior design firm Decor House, to deliver an urban oasis for themselves and their teenage son, they knew they were in good hands. “We have been close friends with the clients long before this project began, so this has given us a great advantage in comprehending their preferences and way of living,” says Amy. “As an avid art and travel lover, the wife has such discerning taste for furniture and interior design. She wanted nothing more than a practical, bright and personal sanctuary infused with natural elements.”
Taking it from there, Amy and Jimmy put together an aesthetic approach that emphasised comfort, durability and distinctive character for the Tai Po loft apartment. While there’s certainly no lack of space for this 1,600sqft home and 1,300sqft balcony, the design team made sure to embed an ample amount of storage throughout the environment without obstructing the harmonious flow, inside and out. Outlining the floor-to-ceiling windows by the living area is a solid pine wooden framework that boasts a vintage appearance, framing the tranquil scenery beyond like an everevolving artwork. Naturally extending the warm, cosy ambience to the balcony is a newly built wooden storage platform that doubles as an alternate area for entertaining.
“We decided to apply an abundant of wood to bring about a feeling of returning and embracing Mother Nature, which helps the busy couple relieve stress,” explains Amy. As such, the team has outfitted the bedrooms, the corridor to the private quarters and the bathrooms with the likes of Manchurian ash and teak, contributing to a consistent aesthetic. Other nature-inspired accents include the bird-shaped door handle for the son’s bedroom and a cabinet embellished
“WE AIMED TO CREATE A TRAVEL DESTINATION AND AN ETHEREAL UTOPIA TO ESCAPE THE DAILY HUSTLE.”
當香港室內設計公司Decor House的主任設計師Amy Chan和Jimmy Li接到一對商人夫婦的委托時，他們對這個項目特別有信心，相信定能為這個一家三口的家庭打造一個稱心滿意的方案。Amy為我們解說箇中原因：「客戶是與我們相交多年的好友，所以我們非常了解其個人愛好和生活方式。妻子熱愛藝術和旅遊，選擇傢具和設計佈局時有與眾不同的取態，而集功能性、明亮光線和大自然元素於一身的個人聖所正是她心目中的理想家園。」
堅固耐用、溫暖舒適、個性鮮明，說的就是這個大埔閣樓公寓散發的獨特美學。設計師Amy和Jimmy以屋主的設計概念為主軸，再加以發揮成就無可比擬的生活空間。住宅佔地1,600平方呎，並有一個1,300平方呎的露台。雖然空間寬闊浩瀚，設計團隊致力確保充足的收納空間之餘，同時不影響到戶外和室內環境之間的和諧連結。客廳中的復古松木落地玻璃窗框極具懷舊風情，窗外的寧靜迷人風景仿佛一幅生生不息的畫作。全新構建的木製平台是露台的焦點裝飾，它
with floral patterns in the master bedroom, in which sits a custom-designed bed stand covered in mirrors that creates an elevating illusion while providing more room for storage – another prime example of the firm’s expertise of inventing multifunctional elements. The team also incorporated a French embroidered lace curtain between the shower and sleeping areas, enhancing the intimacy of the tranquil blue master bedroom. “This way, we successfully added a dose of European romance and created more configuration possibilities with just a quiet, gentle pull,” notes Amy.
In addition to the nature-inspired decor scheme, the team implemented a well-thoughtout home technology plan to cater to all the modern needs. An ultra-slim elevating projector lift is magically concealed inside the 10-feethigh ceiling of the living area, allowing the family to enjoy a movie night from the 123inch projector screen anytime they please. The sliding panel between the open kitchen and living area is another special feature tailored for the homeowners. “Both the husband and wife enjoy a good chat with their guests while preparing dishes or cleaning up,” says Amy. “That’s why we took down the original wall and replaced it with our custom-made sliding panel to suit their way of living. The island also functions as a multipurpose unit that holds a 66-inch TV, audio devices, a home bar, a sink and a cupboard.”
備有實用的儲物功能，也是與眾同樂的好地方。各種巧妙設計成就溫和自然的氛圍，完美貫穿整個宅舍。
Amy續說：「我們採用大量木材展現一種回歸自然的感覺，讓工作忙碌的夫婦放鬆休息。」縱觀屋內，睡房、浴室和通往私人休息室的走廊均以水曲柳實木和原色柚木點綴，體現渾然一體的美學概念。小孩房的鳥狀門把響應著大自然的主題，其他類同的元素同時也在家中每個角落著跡。主人房中的雕花矮櫃與精心設計的鏡面床腳互相襯托，增加深度的視覺效果令房間變得更加寬敞，而這就是設計公司巧妙運用多功能傢具的一個佳例。除此之外，團隊更在淋浴間和睡房之間加入雅致迷人的法式刺繡簾幕，為這個平靜安逸的休息空間添上更強的私密度。她指出：「這樣一來，只要注入簡單的變奏，就能展現出細緻淡雅的歐式浪漫風格。」
除了源於自然的設計靈感外，精心策劃的家居智能設備也是關鍵。設計師在樓底高度達十呎的客廳置入123吋可調整高度投影機，一家人可透過纖薄輕巧裝置觀看電影，共享天倫之樂。開放式廚房和客廳之間的隔間門同時迎合屋主的生活需要。Amy分享：「夫婦兩人喜愛宴客，重視與親朋好友之間的交流。因此，我們安裝了親手打造的隔間，從而取替原來的實體牆，讓他們在準備菜餚或清潔時仍能夠談天說地。這裡猶如
When asked about the source of inspiration for the residence, the designers share the same vision: “A travel destination and an ethereal utopia where you escape from the daily hustle.” Such belief has been made especially apparent in the spacious balcony – a platform equipped with an adjustable table doubles as a dining and yoga hotspot. Facing a picturesque view of rolling mountains is a bar table covered in blue and white tiles imported from Spain, making the outdoor area a prime location for private drinks or a big family gathering.
The most efficient manner to bring the outdoors in, though, is not to overpower the inside or the outside world. Amy articulates: “We specifically chose a white palette to complement the wooden structures for the interiors, so the homeowners can easily transform the mood by taking out or adding soft furnishings. A neutral, stable canvas is of the utmost importance; it’s the key to a timeless yet timely atmosphere.” //一個的多功能島嶼，備有66吋大電視、音響設備、家用吧台，鋅盤和櫥櫃。」
當問及靈感泉源時，兩位設計師不禁異口同聲回答：「我們以度假天堂為創作主題，希望締造一個遠離塵囂的烏托邦。」家中不同的角落與此風格環環相扣，尤其是廣闊露台中的傢具。建築在平台上的擴展檯面能隨意調整，並用作餐桌或瑜珈區域。在這片被山巒美景包圍的淨土中，你可以找到以西班牙藍白色瓷磚鋪設的吧台，設計散發著獨有的異國風尚。各種時尚典雅的裝飾展現了生氣勃勃的一面，特別適合與家人好友小酌一杯，歡渡悠閒時光。
但說到尾，在戶外和室內兩個空間之間締造平衡和諧才是箇中精髓。Amy補充：「我們運用純白基調作背景以襯托木材結構，屋主可隨心情更換各款軟身傢具。總括而言，柔和的中色背景向來都是佈置空間的永恆原則，成就完美無瑕的氛圍。」//
“THE HOMEOWNER WANTED A PRACTICAL, BRIGHT AND PERSONAL SANCTUARY FUSED WITH NATURAL ELEMENTS”