While so much interest is given to new builds, large houses and expansive additions, sometimes it is the small changes in our life that make the greatest contribution. Of course, large homes and the space they accord is wonderful for a family, however, making the most of a small space takes ingenuity and innovation to conceive and deliver.
Two Rooms by Kuri Studio is the epitome of great design on a petite scale. As a project of insertions to two existing bedrooms, the brief was precise for requirement and budget and Director, Kuri Studio and lead on the project, Christina Sunario has created exemplary design while adhering to the financial constraints.
The idea of Two Rooms is the conversion of a study to a bedroom, with the flexibility to revert back to a study in the future and in the main bedroom, built-in bedside tables and a reading light were required. While this is a small project, it required major thinking to work within the boundaries and constraints.
The bedroom conversion presented challenges with a footprint of just 3.5 metres by four metres and an ambitious list of inclusions such as a wardrobe, desk for two, a dressing table, a fold-down bed, as well as ample space in which to move.
In order to achieve the best results, that respected the character of the room, the detailing between the joinery and the wall, floor and ceiling fully integrates the new additions. While the colour palette emphasises the contemporary insertion, it is also sympathetic and complementary to the original and reflects warmth within the space.
On the other hand, the main bedroom addition is a bedhead designed as a linear threshold that bridges the higher and lower levels of the bedroom. The step and storage spaces are seamlessly incorporated as a part of this threshold and the new insertion is perfectly at home in the room.
In both areas, composition, materiality and sun and shadow were considered and examined in order to create the best ambience and atmosphere. With excellent spatial planning much has been achieved to ensure ultimate function and excellent form, as well stylish design that absolutely meets the brief.
While conceiving the ultimate small design project there was much consideration given to the ways that demolition could be minimised and to ensure that every opportunity was assessed to optimise the potential of each room.
Two Rooms is a small commission but it has made a big impact on the residents. Everything is in its place and now each room provides all that is needed for living better.
Through thoughtful creation and beautiful resolution Kuri Studio has over-delivered on Two Rooms and it shows just how important design can be whether the project is large or small.
