Mim Design and Koichi Takada Architects' luxury waterfront condo Bower Manly boasts an extension of its surroundings. The textured faces of Sydney's sandstone cliffs and consequent panoramic views of the ocean are brought into the home, and its original aesthetics say much about Mim Design's restrained, minimalist interiors. The resulting Spaces act as luxurious and organic enclaves, bringing occupants closer to the natural world around them.

Mim Design's mission was to invite outsiders inside, building an interior palette that perfectly mimics the relaxed, slow-paced lifestyle associated with seaside living. The narrative created inside the apartment shell is largely inspired by "Japanese minimalism and reverence for nature". The designers introduced natural stone, textured wood and polished plaster, with references to seaside rocks, beachside driftwood and sandstone cliffs, to create "an experience in harmony with the surrounding environment".

There is a delicate balance between sculptural form, free-flowing form and clean architectural lines. The integral natural stone kitchen island bench reflects this constant tension. From one Angle, its oversize figure is sturdy and powerful, while from the other, its anti-lever bench seam is flimsy and understated. This duality is a subtle dialogue that runs through the apartment, creating visual interest in a simple design.

Despite the limited tone and mostly muted tone, the interior exudes an undeniable warmth, with each space wrapping its occupants like a warm embrace. Armchairs wrapped in fluffy white fabric, woven rugs and hazy translucent curtains bring interesting textual nuances to the neutral space.

Wooden wall panels and brass furniture act as a counterbalance, engrained in the dominance of sand. Mim Design has created a 'vision of luxury minimalism' inside Koichi Takada's Bower Manly apartment building. Each element speaks to its surroundings, creating Spaces that connect with the aesthetic of the outside world while protecting the interior from noise.