An open space helps maintain relationships among family members. It allows people to observe, interact and communicate with each other whilst cooking, studying, relaxing and entertaining.

DaoHo Studio put an imaginary courtyard as a collective space in the middle of the house. The “courtyard” itself is a common space for the whole family to use for living, watching movies, studying, playing instruments, cooking, and having dinner together. The ceiling is raised as much as possible whilst the ground is made lower and separated from other programs by a series of small porches as a buffer zone. 

Bedrooms are designed to be completely open, and all get a direct view into the courtyard. The transition from space to space is depicted by a series of layers from the courtyard to the porch and ends up in the bedroom. Solid and voids are placed throughout the house as a feature and can be opened or closed at will.

The long-running seamless kitchen and bar define the space by its horizontality, starting from the natural stone wall block which then becomes a highlight of the apartment. The existing marble is kept but has been refurbished to match the new apartment’s vibe and color scheme. DaoHo Studio believe that the shared courtyard is a celebration and distinctive from other projects. It is completely open to connecting with different programs and provides a stunning view of the outside through a series of large glazing panels as well as the trees on the balcony.