SINCERELY YOURS

A tranquil retreat tucked away in Sai Kung blurs the line between indoor and nature

A NATURE-INSPIRED APPROACH WAS ADOPTED TO PAINT A DIFFERENT PICTURE FOR THE FAMILY'S NEW HOME

We all need a getaway. And when you can call a desired respite your home, you are living the dream. “We designed the client’s previous abode at Residence Bel-Air eight years ago. It was quite a prominent shift for them to move away from the tranquil coastal vibe to embrace the picturesque greenery Sai Kung district can offer,” says Alain Wong, design director of Hong Kong-based design practice Comodo Interior & Furniture Design. “Not only does the relocation make going back to school easier for both children and parents, it also helps lessen the pressures of life.”

To paint a different picture for their daily environment, Alain decided to adopt a natureinspired approach for the family in favour of the elegant pale grey decorative scheme dominating their previous residence. “They are generous hosts and enjoy inviting family and friends over to enjoy al fresco dining or simply spending quality time in the garden with their dog. Hence, it had become clear to us that we needed to re-establish a seamless and

fluid integration between the interiors and nature,” the designer recalls. “By imbuing the relaxed comfort and vitality originating from the great outdoors, we managed to offset the appearance of grandeur with curves and steel finishes.” Indeed, Alain has curated a meticulously balanced scheme on colour palettes, use of materials, and loose furniture for an inviting yet immersive dayto-day experience. Complete with ample daylight and tranquil greenery, wooden notes and earthy tones were selected to reign the aesthetic direction for this idiosyncratic environment.

“Considering the original dining and living areas were larger than needed, and the family desired more space for the kitchen and walk-in closet, we demolished the bar counter and wall between the cooking and dining areas to gain more floor space for the former. By rethinking the alcove in the dining room, we were able to enlarge the walk-in closet,” Alain continues. “Light wooden panels, light gray tactile wallpaper with bronze steel

URBAN OASIS A subdued colour scheme composed of wood and earthy tones, complemented by minimalist yet scupltural appointments, contribute to a serene, warm residence for the loving family.城市綠州內斂素雅的木調和大地色組合，再加上線條明快簡約的傢具擺設，為屋主一家構築出一處寧靜的生活淨土。

BEAUTIFUL DETAILS Adding a subtle drama throughout the home are a wealth of rounded edges, promptly reflecting Alain's affinity for shapes and textures.精彩細節走遍全屋，你不難發現每個空間也混入了柔美的渾圓線條，反映出Alain對形狀與質感的熱愛。