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In a world where interior design increasingly leans on narrative and emotion, Zambaiti Contract’s Project – Chapter 2 offers more than just wallpaper, it delivers an immersive visual journey. This second edition of the brand’s signature collection blurs the line between art, sustainability, and scenography.
In the ancient water town of Suzhou, known for its poetic gardens and slow-living culture, one home has been quietly redefining the idea of what it means to dwell well. The Suzhou Tongli Villa, designed by Hangzhou Shihe Design, isn’t lavish in the traditional sense. There’s no overstatement, no grand gesture. Instead, its beauty is born of stillness, breath, and deep personal resonance.
In the heart of Taipei City, Taiwan, AODA Design has created a small but striking apartment that redefines what it means to live well in just 409 square feet (38 sqm). As compact living becomes the new normal across Asia, especially post-pandemic, designers are rising to the challenge, crafting homes that feel both refined and deeply personal.
Tucked into a prominent corner lot in Melbourne’s leafy suburb of Armadale, this reimagined 1882 Victorian-era home has been sensitively adapted into a contemporary retreat for a modern family of six. Designed by Australian firm Taylor Knights, the project balances history with new life, weaving in lush landscape, flexible zoning, and handcrafted materials. From a modest yet refined extension to a sunken lounge and a tranquil central courtyard, every element has been tailored to enrich daily living.
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In the heart of Taipei City, Taiwan, AODA Design has created a small but striking apartment that redefines what it means to live well in just 409 square feet (38 sqm). As compact living becomes the new normal across Asia, especially post-pandemic, designers are rising to the challenge, crafting homes that feel both refined and deeply personal.
