KAD STUDIO/ZHUANG | 105 FLOOR, SHANGHAI RIVERVIEW DUPLEX

From early morning to dusk

From Far Away to Farther Away

Under a limited framework

We try to break the boundaries of space

Finding the secrets that extend the body and mind infinitely

The boundaries of space gradually fade

And our distance is slowly getting closer

Pure, in space

I couldn't see it until you.

Let us all sink to the bottom of the valley of life

Rethink everything around you

—— Designer Qin Hui

‍
‍
In this 350 ㎡ duplex residence located on the river, the designer wants the space to be as natural as the river water outside the window. In this limited space, one can still have unlimited freedom compared to the vast expanse of heaven. A mobile space to build a safe haven for life. We immerse the whole body in space and resonate, awakening the perception of life in a real invisible stream. We determine our existence through the body, our purpose and the wider world, with our legs measuring the length and width of our space. The sense of smell is a space for perceiving smells, which in turn weaves everything about life. The wind rolled down the window and heard distant sounds, mixing all the sounds of reality and imagination. As the daylight grew dark, we were tightly surrounded by the bedroom, everything was quiet and nothing broke the tranquility.

The owners wanted the space to be transparent, clean and artistic, but the space was stuffy, the two floors had poor interaction, the lines were not smooth enough and the local area had poor lighting. So the renovation began from the entrance hall, changing the location and shape of the stairs, and the dining kitchen, public study, master bedroom suite and bathroom. Want to better suit the owner's lifestyle and get a sense of space that extends infinitely from the inside out. Combining the space below the stairs with the entrance area, the minimalist and elegant staircase enhances the architectural feel of the space and becomes the first sight to go home. Borderless glass, pure white tiles, warm wooden worktops. In addition to functionality and aesthetics, freedom and sensuality are what designers want their owners to feel.

Between the fictitious, the scene and the scene permeate each other, the natural tone in the translucency and the breath, letting go of many troubles in an instant and immersing in the warm consolation of the family. The interior gradually opens up, pressing down the stairs and into the living room with peace of mind. Home and world, people and space are no longer so hard to block, they are independent and integrated into each other. The wide sky, the nearby river water, the distant skyline give this home the most unique view. The morning light is like fog on the river, clear and misty, and the boats and the river water slowly move forward, and so do the days. Designed with the flow of water as the starting point, the smooth curve of the “C” type of exhaust corresponds to the curved floor window, and the lines are continuous. The whole space is pure and concise with white and wood colors. A large set of sofas and curved rugs give comfort and security, giving space to the user in a blank state. Here you can sit still, lie or lean on the sofa, facing the window, or communicate with your family, all in a relaxed and natural way without any deliberate design.

‍
Basra wrote in The Poetry of Space that in Poetrell's poem, the word “broad” always evokes a kind of calm, a kind of peace, a kind of peace, a sense of peace. It conveys an essential belief, an inner belief. Capturing quiet home time with a humble attitude, being in a fluid, simple, peaceful space that extends from the inner world to the infinite reality, space cannot close us in one place, from a single breath, everything is calm and wide. The designers transformed the closed wall, and the restaurant area was divided by a bar counter, visually increasing the upswing. THE SEMI-ENCLOSED STUDY AND LIVING ROOM STAY CONNECTED ON THE LINE OF VISION; THE AISLE WALLS BEHIND THE LIVING ROOM ARE DIVIDED AND UNIFORM, ALLOWING LIGHT AND AIR TO TRAVEL FREELY...

‍
Remove the checkboxes of life and return to the direct need for functionality. A cozy restaurant area with gourmet food, window views, sculptures, three meals a day and family to feel good. Seasonal vegetables, self-cooking, transmitting love and warmth in food, in the most real taste, are the happiest family time. Through the niches of the restaurant, the study is exposed in a corner, and the books displayed on the cabinets, the table lamps on the desk, and the red work chairs become the decoration of the restaurant. It is pleasant to move and increase the transparency and interactivity of the space.
Art is a way of revealing existence, a way of pursuing freedom, designers finding a balance between residence and art, enriching the spirit of space with works of art in a layered interface, allowing the beauty of art to change the way people perceive their daily lives.
The two-storey “C” corridor was also designed by designers to become an “art gallery in the air”. Minimal frameless glass makes breathing more smooth in the upper and lower spaces. In the pure white area, the central chandelier is the center of the view, and a blue art painting infuses the space with soul. The azure sea, the dazzling sun, and the river face outside the window are interesting.

‍
A soft single sofa, sitting here enjoying your own time, is like Shikoku flatly: “It's like being by the sea, someone is in the water, someone is enjoying the water, someone is picking up shells, someone is gathering together and talking loudly about it, and I can sit alone in a quiet corner.

‍
Now that the day has made me tired

But may the night in the starlight

KINDLY ACCOMMODATE MY DEEP THIRST

—— Hose

‍

‍
The master bedroom continues the simple elegance of the space, with light gray as a base color, overlays sleeping, walk-in storage, and bathroom functions. It is orderly and takes care of the needs of the body. Get rid of all the trifles and return to your true self and enter a soft space and enjoy a private, undisturbed time. At the beginning of the night, the candlelight shines, and we take a bath in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows, hidden in the idleness of the city, and the happiness of life permeates the city. We are at home.

‍

‍

Project Information
Project Name｜Unlimited Extensions
Project Location｜Shanghai, China
Project Area｜350 ㎡
Project Design｜Qin Hui
DESIGN TEAM｜KAD STUDIO
Design Time｜2020
Completion Time｜2022
Photography Team｜Enwan Architectural Photography
‍

Copyright Disclaimer: All articles on this site are original, copyrighted, and may not be reproduced in any form without permission (including but not limited to: media, websites, etc.) without permission. All project photos/design graphics are copyrighted by the original author. Some of the content on this site comes from public sources on the Internet or is shared by users. If it violates the legitimate interests of the original author, you can contact us for processing.