Taking advantage of the building’s naturally high ceilings, the design separates public and private zones across two levels: the ground floor is dedicated to floral instruction and display, while the second floor serves as the private master suite. A previously unused void above the kitchen was skillfully converted into a dedicated storage room. The guest bathroom features an arched doorway, softening the spatial transition between solid and void, and contributing to the overall realization of the homeowner’s vision—a harmonious work-life environment that blends professional functionality with the comfort of home.
A cantilevered staircase becomes the visual centerpiece: anchored by an embedded steel base within the wall and finished in warm wood cladding, it creates the illusion of floating in midair. At the entry, a curved cabinet design cleverly avoids the intercom’s original position, saving relocation costs and infusing the detail with refined playfulness.
To craft a romantic atmosphere befitting a floral atelier, the cabinetry features arched silhouettes paired with mineral-based wall finishes and ambient lighting. The adjacent staircase wall is also coated in non-toxic, stain-resistant mineral paint.
Given the extensive mezzanine floor area, structural safety was a key concern. In addition to installing suspended beam supports, vertical columns were added to reinforce the load-bearing capacity. To prevent the space from feeling overly segmented and to preserve circulation flow, a gracefully arched doorway near the guest bathroom was used to cleverly conceal one of the support columns, achieving both structural necessity and visual coherence. Above the original bathroom ceiling, approximately 30 cm of concealed piping created an unavoidable floor height difference on the second level. This was resolved through a built-in window bench design, paired with an open wardrobe to optimize the irregular space.