Living room library - mid-century modern living room library idea in Orange County

The design sparks a meaningful dialogue between the old and the new, enriching the family's future through multi-generational living while allowing individual autonomy when needed.

The design of the St Lucia house was an exercise in ecologically sustainable practice. Located in a quiet street yet in very close proximity to the University of Queensland, the social context as well as the steep terrain of the site presented early input into the house’s design. The response was to adopt the idea of a retreat; a design that responds directly to the terrain and ecological context, while also maintaining a positive dialogue with the street. All habitable areas of the house are designed to flow seamlessly to an adjacent landscaped outdoor space. The built form is terraced to create a positive engagement and meaningful dialogue with its surroundings. The passive sustainability components explored in the project include: a green wall to the Western facade; large overhangs to exposed walls; a thermal mass wall as the structural spine of the house; water features designed for both evaporative cooling and natural light ingress; a thermal chimney for heat extraction; and openings to encourage abundant cross ventilation and natural light.

GESTO: A collection designed by AL Studio and manufactured by Antoniolupi. Gesto is the essence of the basin in an antoniolupi style, a revised form, a perfect element when proposed wall hanging or integrated with cabinets tank to the various sizes. A monolithic element made of Ceramilux. A simple gesture of washing your hands that defines a reassuring image, a pure and rigorous volume that becomes meaningful, a dialogue between straight lines and harmoniously rounded corners that determines the feeling of a hollowed block, sanded, molded with water. Absolute pure, perfect continuity, of the thin edge which widens on the back, maximum capacity due to a large basin in all versions.

GESTO: A collection designed by AL Studio and manufactured by Antoniolupi. Gesto is the essence of the basin in an antoniolupi style, a revised form, a perfect element when proposed wall hanging or integrated with cabinets tank to the various sizes. A monolithic element made of Ceramilux. A simple gesture of washing your hands that defines a reassuring image, a pure and rigorous volume that becomes meaningful, a dialogue between straight lines and harmoniously rounded corners that determines the feeling of a hollowed block, sanded, molded with water. Absolute pure, perfect continuity, of the thin edge which widens on the back, maximum capacity due to a large basin in all versions.

GESTO: A collection designed by AL Studio and manufactured by Antoniolupi. Gesto is the essence of the basin in an antoniolupi style, a revised form, a perfect element when proposed wall hanging or integrated with cabinets tank to the various sizes. A monolithic element made of Ceramilux. A simple gesture of washing your hands that defines a reassuring image, a pure and rigorous volume that becomes meaningful, a dialogue between straight lines and harmoniously rounded corners that determines the feeling of a hollowed block, sanded, molded with water. Absolute pure, perfect continuity, of the thin edge which widens on the back, maximum capacity due to a large basin in all versions.

GESTO: A collection designed by AL Studio and manufactured by Antoniolupi. Gesto is the essence of the basin in an antoniolupi style, a revised form, a perfect element when proposed wall hanging or integrated with cabinets tank to the various sizes. A monolithic element made of Ceramilux. A simple gesture of washing your hands that defines a reassuring image, a pure and rigorous volume that becomes meaningful, a dialogue between straight lines and harmoniously rounded corners that determines the feeling of a hollowed block, sanded, molded with water. Absolute pure, perfect continuity, of the thin edge which widens on the back, maximum capacity due to a large basin in all versions.

GESTO: A collection designed by AL Studio and manufactured by Antoniolupi. Gesto is the essence of the basin in an antoniolupi style, a revised form, a perfect element when proposed wall hanging or integrated with cabinets tank to the various sizes. A monolithic element made of Ceramilux. A simple gesture of washing your hands that defines a reassuring image, a pure and rigorous volume that becomes meaningful, a dialogue between straight lines and harmoniously rounded corners that determines the feeling of a hollowed block, sanded, molded with water. Absolute pure, perfect continuity, of the thin edge which widens on the back, maximum capacity due to a large basin in all versions.

GESTO: A collection designed by AL Studio and manufactured by Antoniolupi. Gesto is the essence of the basin in an antoniolupi style, a revised form, a perfect element when proposed wall hanging or integrated with cabinets tank to the various sizes. A monolithic element made of Ceramilux. A simple gesture of washing your hands that defines a reassuring image, a pure and rigorous volume that becomes meaningful, a dialogue between straight lines and harmoniously rounded corners that determines the feeling of a hollowed block, sanded, molded with water. Absolute pure, perfect continuity, of the thin edge which widens on the back, maximum capacity due to a large basin in all versions.

GESTO: A collection designed by AL Studio and manufactured by Antoniolupi. Gesto is the essence of the basin in an antoniolupi style, a revised form, a perfect element when proposed wall hanging or integrated with cabinets tank to the various sizes. A monolithic element made of Ceramilux. A simple gesture of washing your hands that defines a reassuring image, a pure and rigorous volume that becomes meaningful, a dialogue between straight lines and harmoniously rounded corners that determines the feeling of a hollowed block, sanded, molded with water. Absolute pure, perfect continuity, of the thin edge which widens on the back, maximum capacity due to a large basin in all versions.

GESTO: A collection designed by AL Studio and manufactured by Antoniolupi. Gesto is the essence of the basin in an antoniolupi style, a revised form, a perfect element when proposed wall hanging or integrated with cabinets tank to the various sizes. A monolithic element made of Ceramilux. A simple gesture of washing your hands that defines a reassuring image, a pure and rigorous volume that becomes meaningful, a dialogue between straight lines and harmoniously rounded corners that determines the feeling of a hollowed block, sanded, molded with water. Absolute pure, perfect continuity, of the thin edge which widens on the back, maximum capacity due to a large basin in all versions.

GESTO: A collection designed by AL Studio and manufactured by Antoniolupi. Gesto is the essence of the basin in an antoniolupi style, a revised form, a perfect element when proposed wall hanging or integrated with cabinets tank to the various sizes. A monolithic element made of Ceramilux. A simple gesture of washing your hands that defines a reassuring image, a pure and rigorous volume that becomes meaningful, a dialogue between straight lines and harmoniously rounded corners that determines the feeling of a hollowed block, sanded, molded with water. Absolute pure, perfect continuity, of the thin edge which widens on the back, maximum capacity due to a large basin in all versions.

IQ Business Media Inc. wishes to expand the programming of their business brand by connecting with their audience in more dynamic ways and further enhance their position as a viable partner to national and international design markets. Bringing diverse stakeholders together to facilitate ongoing dialogue in the areas of design and architecture is a key goal of the organization. Design Solutions: Quality of space and brand delivery provide state-of-the-art technology in all the spaces. Spaces can adapt to support the project and business needs. Onsite staff act as a conduit for culture, community, connecting people, companies, and industries by sharing expertise and developing meaningful relationships. Therefore, the spaces are flexible, easy to reconfigure, and adapt to diverse uses. Software: Revit with Enscape plugin, Photoshop. Designer Credit: www.linkedin.com/in/mahsa-taskini

IQ Business Media Inc. wishes to expand the programming of their business brand by connecting with their audience in more dynamic ways and further enhance their position as a viable partner to national and international design markets. Bringing diverse stakeholders together to facilitate ongoing dialogue in the areas of design and architecture is a key goal of the organization. Design Solutions: Quality of space and brand delivery provide state-of-the-art technology in all the spaces. Spaces can adapt to support the project and business needs. Onsite staff act as a conduit for culture, community, connecting people, companies, and industries by sharing expertise and developing meaningful relationships. Therefore, the spaces are flexible, easy to reconfigure, and adapt to diverse uses. Software: Revit with Enscape plugin, Photoshop. Designer Credit: www.linkedin.com/in/mahsa-taskini

IQ Business Media Inc. wishes to expand the programming of their business brand by connecting with their audience in more dynamic ways and further enhance their position as a viable partner to national and international design markets. Bringing diverse stakeholders together to facilitate ongoing dialogue in the areas of design and architecture is a key goal of the organization. Design Solutions: Quality of space and brand delivery provide state-of-the-art technology in all the spaces. Spaces can adapt to support the project and business needs. Onsite staff act as a conduit for culture, community, connecting people, companies, and industries by sharing expertise and developing meaningful relationships. Therefore, the spaces are flexible, easy to reconfigure, and adapt to diverse uses. Software: Revit with Enscape plugin, Photoshop. Designer Credit: www.linkedin.com/in/mahsa-taskini

Description: IQ Business Media Inc. wishes to expand the programming of their business brand by connecting with their audience in more dynamic ways and further enhance their position as a viable partner to national and international design markets. Bringing diverse stakeholders together to facilitate ongoing dialogue in the areas of design and architecture is a key goal of the organization. Design Solutions: Quality of space and brand delivery provide state-of-the-art technology in all the spaces. Spaces can adapt to support the project and business needs. Onsite staff act as a conduit for culture, community, connecting people, companies, and industries by sharing expertise and developing meaningful relationships. Therefore, the spaces are flexible, easy to reconfigure, and adapt to diverse uses. Software: Revit with Enscape plugin, Photoshop. Designer Credit: www.linkedin.com/in/mahsa-taskini

IQ Business Media Inc. wishes to expand the programming of their business brand by connecting with their audience in more dynamic ways and further enhance their position as a viable partner to national and international design markets. Bringing diverse stakeholders together to facilitate ongoing dialogue in the areas of design and architecture is a key goal of the organization. Design Solutions: Quality of space and brand delivery provide state-of-the-art technology in all the spaces. Spaces can adapt to support the project and business needs. Onsite staff act as a conduit for culture, community, connecting people, companies, and industries by sharing expertise and developing meaningful relationships. Therefore, the spaces are flexible, easy to reconfigure, and adapt to diverse uses. Software: Revit with Enscape plugin, Photoshop. Designer Credit: www.linkedin.com/in/mahsa-taskini

IQ Business Media Inc. wishes to expand the programming of their business brand by connecting with their audience in more dynamic ways and further enhance their position as a viable partner to national and international design markets. Bringing diverse stakeholders together to facilitate ongoing dialogue in the areas of design and architecture is a key goal of the organization. Design Solutions: Quality of space and brand delivery provide state-of-the-art technology in all the spaces. Spaces can adapt to support the project and business needs. Onsite staff act as a conduit for culture, community, connecting people, companies, and industries by sharing expertise and developing meaningful relationships. Therefore, the spaces are flexible, easy to reconfigure, and adapt to diverse uses. Software: Revit with Enscape plugin, Photoshop. Designer Credit: www.linkedin.com/in/mahsa-taskini

IQ Business Media Inc. wishes to expand the programming of their business brand by connecting with their audience in more dynamic ways and further enhance their position as a viable partner to national and international design markets. Bringing diverse stakeholders together to facilitate ongoing dialogue in the areas of design and architecture is a key goal of the organization. Design Solutions: Quality of space and brand delivery provide state-of-the-art technology in all the spaces. Spaces can adapt to support the project and business needs. Onsite staff act as a conduit for culture, community, connecting people, companies, and industries by sharing expertise and developing meaningful relationships. Therefore, the spaces are flexible, easy to reconfigure, and adapt to diverse uses. Software: Revit with Enscape plugin, Photoshop. Designer Credit: www.linkedin.com/in/mahsa-taskini