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Sky Spa Wellness Spaces

Kris Lin Wellness Spaces Interior Thursday, 25 December 2025

Sky Spa

Sky Spa is a wellness spa set on the top floor of a building in Hebei Province, China. The position above the surrounding buildings gives open views of the sky. The facade was renovated with large, minimalist floor-to-ceiling windows made of ultra-clear glass and aluminum alloy, bringing the outdoor scenery inside. Interior walls were removed to form an open layout that supports natural air flow, following the Chinese wellness idea of the flow of chi. High-gloss resin panels cover the ceiling and form a seamless surface. The spa offers a calm retreat from the city.

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S House Private Villa

Go Fujita Private Villa Interior Wednesday, 24 December 2025

S House

S House is a three-story private residence in Ashiya, Hyogo Prefecture, finished in exposed concrete. Neighboring apartment buildings and a busy road made the blocking of sightlines and noise a priority. Exterior walls of varying heights overlap to form boundaries and a semi-outdoor approach, along which outside sounds gradually fade. The entrance presents rough yet delicate tatami-finished walls. Double-height windows bring sunlight into the living area, where tin wallpaper reflects the light softly. Wide openings cut through the thick walls frame changing outdoor views.

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Huajiang Science Lab Classroom Renovation

Daisuke Nagatomo and Minnie Jan Classroom Renovation Interior Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Huajiang Science Lab

The specialized classroom serves as an experimental environment where children engage in fundamental scientific practices such as observation, inquiry, hypothesis generation, experimentation, and inference drawing within the natural realm. As education evolves, classrooms must adapt to contemporary needs. In addition to updating essential equipment, provisions for convenient access to and from the classroom are imperative. Spatial reconfigurations aim to facilitate increased interaction between teachers and students, fostering a relaxed and conducive learning atmosphere.

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Musee Beijing Flagship Store Retail Design

Mo Zheng Retail Design Interior Monday, 22 December 2025

Musee Beijing Flagship Store

Musee Beijing Flagship Store is a retail interior for a fashion brand, located in Wukesong Mall in Beijing, China. The store occupies 156 square meters and has a ceiling height of 4.2 meters. A continuous wood band framework forms the main structure and carries a modular loop system that displays handbags and jewelry. Three-dimensional printed woven textures and stainless steel art walls are set within the wood framework. The recycled loop concept reflects the brand focus on pre-owned luxury goods and on sustainability.

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Janus Bar

0103 Interior Design Bar Interior Sunday, 21 December 2025

Janus

Janus is a whisky and cocktail bar located in Changsha, China. The interior covers about 200 square meters and is arranged over two floors. The facade is formed by simple black geometric blocks with classical details, and a cantilever platform holds a classical sculpture. The first floor is a supporting space, while the second floor is the main venue and receives daylight through a roof opening. The staircase uses loose wood treads that give a soft sound and slight rebound underfoot. Wood veneer with vertical grain and mirrored stainless steel shape the atmosphere.

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The Evoluon Museum

Hans Maréchal Museum Interior Saturday, 20 December 2025

The Evoluon

Commissioned by Next Nature, taking the challenge of revitalizing the entrance, lounge, restaurant, and meeting rooms of the Evoluon with limited resources. The goal: to restore the monument's original essence while eliminating clutter. The circular design approach, by utilizing existing furnishings with a fresh blue "skin" to maintain the building's integrity. This blue symbolizes purity and the future, aligning with Next Nature's branding and Philips' legacy. The interior is made of environmentally friendly materials and furniture of local designers.

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