YINJISPACE use media professional’s unique perspective,try to explore the essence of life behind the design works.
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YINJISPACE use media professional’s unique perspective,try to explore the essence of life behind the design works.
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In this tranquil setting, an old shed is given a new life, with the wooden trusses and pitched roof preserved from the original building, presenting a rustic aesthetic. Through the unique perspective of environmental psychology, the designer re-constructs the atmosphere of the space, making it a true spiritual shelter.
Designer Christina Symes has had a deep relationship with the Northern Rivers region since she was a child, and her experience of living during the pandemic led her to decide to settle there. It gave her an unprecedented sense of peace and awareness of the positive effects of her environment on her psyche. At the same time, living next door to Jessica D 'Abadie, who runs the interior design agency We Are Triibe and the underwear brand Milk Label, enables them to cooperate more smoothly, enjoy the community atmosphere brought by this land and build a life that they truly aspire to.
Northern Rivers Hillside House is a 60m2 shed set on a hill, surrounded by dense woodland and overlooking the coastline. The old, rusted corrugated iron exterior and roof of the original building speak of the traces of time, but the solid wooden frame, pitched roof, exposed trusses and concrete floor made it an ideal object for renovation. For the designer, this is not only a reinvention of the home, but also a practice of symbiosis between nature and architecture.
Before the transformation, Christina Symes began looking for design inspiration that would touch her heart. Among them, she was fascinated by the simple natural materials, the visual focus of the architectural details and the seamless connection between the interior and the courtyard of Luciano Giubbilei's "Potters House" in Mallorca, which she particularly loved. Therefore, when designing her own house, she wanted to create a soft, natural and life-rich space, so that everyone can feel comfortable and quiet.
The design of Christina Symes is deeply influenced by environmental psychology. The visual presentation of the space will affect the emotional and physical state of the occupants. Therefore, she prioritized natural lighting, circulating air, soft night lighting, and the use of natural materials to give the whole field a warm and relaxed atmosphere. During the renovation, the construction team had suggested the use of gypsum board ceiling and aluminum frame Windows to reduce costs, but she insisted on retaining the exposed wooden trusses and choosing wooden Windows to make the overall design language more close to nature. She believes these details will reshape the soul of the space, giving it personality through soft furnishings, artwork and lighting, even on a limited budget.
Of all the furnishings and decorations, Christina Symes loves nothing more than the living room rug, which her firm We Are Triibe created in collaboration with Pampa to inject a warm and soft energy into the space. Two small paintings given to her by Jessica D 'Abadie are hanging here. They depict water lilies blooming in the pond in front of Christina Symes' house.
In terms of spatial planning, she did not choose an open layout, but through the design of window scenery, so that each life scene has a unique perspective and atmosphere. Whether cooking, bathing, working, or relaxing, every corner is carefully arranged to create a different situational experience. The wooden trusses in the living and kitchen areas, as well as the wooden Windows, not only define the spirit of the space, but also create a deep connection with nature.
While the bedroom and bathroom are two important areas that have been deliberately designed, she particularly likes the design of the kitchen, which has cabinet finishes that she has hand-polished and sealed with grapeseed oil. In addition, the bamboo countertops on the island were replaced with laminated wood panels to make the whole kitchen more coherent, a low-cost but highly efficient design strategy.
The material selection of the interior is restrained, dominated by natural wood and complemented by exquisite details. Big River Group's spotted eucalyptus planks finish The bedroom and kitchen, while Artedomus's terracotta tiles and terracotta basins in the bathroom are paired with The Blue Space's chrome faucet for a warm, calm atmosphere.
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