Issue 63

Kitchen & Bathroom Issue

Habitus 63 is arguably the most aspirational issue of the year with Kitchens & Bathrooms to dream about. Whether a family hub, an entertainer’s paradise or somewhere to grad a quick meal, how we live in and spend time in the kitchen is a very personal question that requires thought and an abundance of resources. Always the aspirational eye candy of design, we have some truly lovely kitchens from Greg Natale, YSG, Splinter Society, Sally Caroline and Studio Johnston. Bathrooms are just as important with Greg Natale, Studio Tate, YSG and Those Architects sharing some fabulous insights

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The Adventure of the Light: Re-design in Taiwan

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An old house in southern Taiwan is given an overhaul, the designers creating a sense of connection between the entire space through the basic elements of light, water and natural vegetation.

In the southern-land of Taiwan, in Pingtung city, a house had sat for over fifty years. House Design, which began with this project, have considered the old house and its original structure carefully, enhancing the original layout and aesthetic to be more contemporary.

With an interlayer that blocked sunlight and view, the designers had a large task in making it more liveable and open. Instead of a disadvantage though, they used the layer as a turning point. They tore down a wall instead, as a way to make the space feel connected.

Now, sunlight, plants and water can be seen in every space in the house. The dark, crowded space has become one of multiple levels and sunlight.

Another aspect that played an important role in the redesign of the space is the creation of a new-formed garden. What was a deserted terrace has been given new life to be a feature space, in a rustic tone.