yinjispace

INTERIOR
Jade Simple Design
PHOTOGRAPHY
BIJISPACE
Wenchao
EDITOR
Gina
Collection

Home is a highly personalized space. It cannot be evaluated using standardized, modular decorating criteria. Thus, a tailor-made approach is necessary. This approach establishes a significant connection with the owner’s preferences, tastes, intended use, family composition, and even financial resources. The Jiang Residence at Splendid River is no exception. Therefore, matching the unique temperament of the entire Jiang family is the foundation of the design series I have undertaken.

As one of Ms. Jiang's permanent residences in her hometown of Chongqing, the Splendid River property is not just a place to fulfill basic residential needs. More importantly, through meticulous design, it aims to provide her with profound personal satisfaction and serve as a spiritual sanctuary that reflects her unique aesthetic sensibilities.

The Jiang family's exceptionally refined lifestyle and artistic tastes have also opened up boundless possibilities for our design efforts. Moreover, the owners and I share a strong friendship. This close relationship has provided me with invaluable insights into their authentic and individualistic way of life, laying a solid foundation for understanding their genuine needs. Naturally, as a dear friend, the Jiangs' unwavering trust in me has been the fundamental reason enabling this project to be completed with such remarkable efficiency.

After in-depth communication with the homeowner, we reached a consensus: to transform this house into an exquisite "treasure box" that encompasses all things and moments that bring joy to its occupants. Every frame within should unfold like a scene from a story, brimming with individuality and charm. "Be distinct, not generic"—this was the sole request from the homeowner, a fashion blogger, who compared the home to a unique fashion statement.

However, these sources of joy go beyond just furniture and tableware; they also include the creation of living scenarios and the thoughtful curation of art collections. To this end, we carefully selected pieces from the homeowner's cherished art collection and integrated them throughout the entire space.

Our guiding principle for art curation is "no boundaries"—every beautiful element can coexist harmoniously within this space. The collection includes:Silver gelatin photographs by Anderson & Low, an influential American photography duo; Metal deconstruction sculptures by Dietrich Mohr, a renowned German artist; Oil paintings and watercolors by Tang Ke, a celebrated artist from the Sichuan-Chongqing region; Exceptional works by emerging Chinese artists such as Wang Yi, Zhang Ben, Xu Chao, and Li Yuxuan.Through this fusion, the space becomes a vibrant narrative of diverse artistic expressions./p>

In addition to the curated art collection, re-creation is another core design principle of ours. Firstly, in collaboration with contemporary artist Yang Hengqing, we created the deeply meaningful wood carving, "Paper Airplane," inspired by the young master of the house. This is not just a rare artistic masterpiece within the space; it also embodies the family's most sincere and heartfelt aspirations. For the living room's handcrafted art carpet, we collaborated with the renowned Tibetan carpet brand Shanfu. With meticulous artistry, we preserved the essence of traditional Tibetan motifs while seamlessly integrating them into a design that harmonizes effortlessly with Italian and Danish fine furniture, creating a cohesive yet distinctive spatial narrative.

Indeed, such beauty extends far beyond the boundaries of the house. Beyond the architecture, the mountains and rivers of Chongqing, as well as its day and night scenes, will also be incorporated into the design. This is because it represents the deep connection between the homeowner's family and Chongqing. Countless wonderful memories are tied to this city, and these memories are what evoke their longing to return home.

The scenes of life will no longer be static; they will evolve over time, presenting different pictures. Light and shadow, day and night, stillness and motion will all serve as directors in the unfolding stories of the future.

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