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An Idyllic Home

An Idyllic Home


Set in an idyllic location, perched above the treeline overlooking the reservoir, this four-bedroom apartment has been converted into a space that focuses on the owners' yearning for a space that focuses on the nuances of idyllic living and sustainability.

An Idyllic Home balcony transformed into a zen garden overlooking the reservoir, creating a tranquil extension of the living space.
An Idyllic Home foyer featuring integrated storage and a calligraphy artwork, establishing a calm and contemplative arrival sequence.

To open up the existing enclosed and compartmentalised space of a four-bedroom apartment provided by the developer, a room was sacrificed and replaced with a gazebo for the owners to lounge in and a dedicated space to have a small tea session and host. To add to the formality of entering the gazebo, a platform made from OneWood—an eco-friendly timber made from reconstituted wood—was used to create a clear separation.

An Idyllic Home dining area featuring natural timber finishes and handcrafted furniture, reflecting the home's warm and understated material palette.
An Idyllic Home open-plan dining and living space connected visually to the balcony garden and surrounding greenery.
An Idyllic Home living space framed by soft natural materials and views towards the balcony garden beyond.
An Idyllic Home sofa detail positioned beside the living area, creating a quiet corner for rest and reflection.
An Idyllic Home tea pavilion featuring a custom tea table, integrated storage and views towards the balcony garden beyond.
An Idyllic Home tea table with integrated seating and a built-in planter, creating a dedicated space for tea rituals and quiet reflection.
An Idyllic Home tea pavilion featuring integrated shelving for books and tea accessories, balancing display, storage and daily use.
An Idyllic Home tea pavilion detail featuring soft lighting and natural materials that reinforce the calm atmosphere of the space.
An Idyllic Home tea table with an integrated planter housing an olive tree, bringing nature into the heart of the pavilion.
An Idyllic Home tea preparation area featuring concealed storage integrated within the pavilion cabinetry.
An Idyllic Home tea table detail featuring tea accessories and handcrafted materials that support everyday tea rituals.
An Idyllic Home zen garden balcony featuring a sculpted bonsai, moss landscape and reservoir views, extending the living space into nature.

A mini garden was also added to the entire width of the balcony, utilising the underused space. The owner commissioned a local landscaper, Soil Boy, to design the garden, which was designed with a self-watering system and thoughtful plant curation, creating a zen garden right in front of the tea rooms.

An Idyllic Home zen garden detail featuring moss, stone elements and carefully framed views of the surrounding landscape.
An Idyllic Home balcony garden centred around a sculpted bonsai, creating a contemplative landscape inspired by traditional Japanese gardens.
An Idyllic Home balcony seating area overlooking the zen garden and reservoir beyond, creating a quiet space for rest and reflection.
An Idyllic Home lounge chair positioned beside the zen garden, framing views of the landscape and surrounding greenery.

With a focus on sustainability and nature, the apartment used materials that could age gracefully yet provide warmth and texture. Smooth timber veneer panels sourced sustainably paired with textured paint create a subtle contrast while adding another layer of texture to the space.

Soft furnishing emphasises the natural textures of materials that are also from sustainable sources. From the Hashira Floor Lamp to the Pelagus Lounge chair

An Idyllic Home living room overlooking the zen garden balcony, creating a tranquil connection between the interior and nature.
An Idyllic Home study featuring a built-in desk, integrated shelving and a window seat that draws natural light into the workspace.
An Idyllic Home study featuring integrated shelving and cabinetry, creating a calm and organised workspace.
An Idyllic Home study window seat framed by soft daylight, creating a quiet corner for reading and reflection.

A custom wall lamp was designed and made by the designer with the off-cuts of Onewood panels during the fabrication of the platforms

An Idyllic Home custom wall light crafted from timber offcuts reclaimed from the living platform, reflecting the home's thoughtful and sustainable approach to design.
An Idyllic Home master bedroom featuring full-height upholstered wall panels, integrated bedside tables and softly filtered natural light.

To embrace the continuity of idyllic living within this apartment, the bedrooms are also treated with the same level of detail as the living space. Full-height timber veneer wall panel wraps the entire Master Bedroom to create a warm and calm space for the owners to rest in.

An Idyllic Home master bedroom framed by full-height wall panels and a restrained material palette, creating a calm and restful retreat.
An Idyllic Home bedroom detail featuring integrated bedside joinery and layered wall panelling that adds warmth and softness to the space.
An Idyllic Home master bedroom featuring a soft neutral palette, custom cabinetry and natural light from the windows beyond.
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