A classic white wall creates a minimalistic backdrop for the light oak wood furniture and flooring to achieve an overall harmonious look at this residence in Hong Kong.

Ceiling light troughs are used to create a visual illusion of higher spaces, while a ‘floating’ cabinet with light troughs on the underside creates add to the illusion with a visually lengthened floor space.

The entrance of the apartment is highlighted by a full length blackboard. The wall is converted into a blackboard, where guests can leave messages during their visit. Furniture and decors in brown and earth tone colors evoke a sense of warmth for the dining / living area.

A palette of warm earth tones and shades of brown create harmony and provide contrast against the neutral white background. Throughout the apartment, warm lighting enhances the sense of cosiness and ease.

Capitalizing on the designer’s philosophy of ‘minimalism to maximisation’, full-height cabinets are installed to maximise storage space — again critical in Hong Kong apartments, which are notorious for having insufficient facilities for storage, for example, built-in appliances provide a perfect solution for the long and narrow layout, resulting in a sleek, stylish effect.

Another issue common to Hong Kong flats — the shortage of bedrooms.
Clifton solved this issue by creating a Japanese-style tatami setting with a built-in wardrobe, to make provision for a guestroom. With a simple mattress, the space is all set to accommodate guest for a comfortable stay. During other times, this private space serves as a perfect spot to enjoy a nice tete-a-tete with friends over a cup of tea.