Inspiration för ett stort lantligt kök med matplats, med grå väggar, ljust trägolv och beiget golv

Split levels - open plan living zone below and a mezzanine Study above - create a soaring atrium topped by a series of skylights that extend along the full width of the building. Photo by Dave Kulesza.

After the second fallout of the Delta Variant amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic in mid 2021, our team working from home, and our client in quarantine, SDA Architects conceived Japandi Home. The initial brief for the renovation of this pool house was for its interior to have an "immediate sense of serenity" that roused the feeling of being peaceful. Influenced by loneliness and angst during quarantine, SDA Architects explored themes of escapism and empathy which led to a “Japandi” style concept design – the nexus between “Scandinavian functionality” and “Japanese rustic minimalism” to invoke feelings of “art, nature and simplicity.” This merging of styles forms the perfect amalgamation of both function and form, centred on clean lines, bright spaces and light colours. Grounded by its emotional weight, poetic lyricism, and relaxed atmosphere; Japandi Home aesthetics focus on simplicity, natural elements, and comfort; minimalism that is both aesthetically pleasing yet highly functional. Japandi Home places special emphasis on sustainability through use of raw furnishings and a rejection of the one-time-use culture we have embraced for numerous decades. A plethora of natural materials, muted colours, clean lines and minimal, yet-well-curated furnishings have been employed to showcase beautiful craftsmanship – quality handmade pieces over quantitative throwaway items. A neutral colour palette compliments the soft and hard furnishings within, allowing the timeless pieces to breath and speak for themselves. These calming, tranquil and peaceful colours have been chosen so when accent colours are incorporated, they are done so in a meaningful yet subtle way. Japandi home isn’t sparse – it’s intentional. The integrated storage throughout – from the kitchen, to dining buffet, linen cupboard, window seat, entertainment unit, bed ensemble and walk-in wardrobe are key to reducing clutter and maintaining the zen-like sense of calm created by these clean lines and open spaces. The Scandinavian concept of “hygge” refers to the idea that ones home is your cosy sanctuary. Similarly, this ideology has been fused with the Japanese notion of “wabi-sabi”; the idea that there is beauty in imperfection. Hence, the marriage of these design styles is both founded on minimalism and comfort; easy-going yet sophisticated. Conversely, whilst Japanese styles can be considered “sleek” and Scandinavian, “rustic”, the richness of the Japanese neutral colour palette aids in preventing the stark, crisp palette of Scandinavian styles from feeling cold and clinical. Japandi Home’s introspective essence can ultimately be considered quite timely for the pandemic and was the quintessential lockdown project our team needed.

Adding custom storage was a big part of the renovation of this 1950s home, including creating spaces to show off some quirky vintage accessories such as transistor radios, old cameras, homemade treasures and travel souvenirs (such as these little wooden camels from Morocco and London Black Cab).

Villa La Perla est une résidence d’exception en première ligne sur le Bassin d’Arcachon, entièrement pensée pour conjuguer art de vivre haut de gamme et location saisonnière de prestige. Notre agence a accompagné ce projet du début à la fin dans le cadre d’une mission clé en main intégrale, menée à distance pour un client basé entre Nîmes et Paris. L’objectif : transformer une opportunité immobilière en véritable maison signature, fonctionnelle, chaleureuse et prête à vivre, dans un cadre naturel unique. Le contexte : - Avant : Maison vendue avec un projet standard de construction, peu adapté aux usages du client. - Après : Villa haut de gamme optimisée pour accueillir jusqu’à 18 personnes, pensée pour la location comme pour les séjours familiaux. Notre mission : Relecture complète du plan, conception sur mesure, suivi de chantier, aménagement final, décoration, stylisme, livraison clés en main. Notre intervention : Le projet a nécessité une restructuration complète des volumes afin d’enrichir l’expérience résidentielle : - Redistribution des espaces sur 3 niveaux - Création de 8 chambres, 9 salles d’eau, 8 WC - Mise en valeur de la vue exceptionnelle sur le Bassin dès l’entrée - Circulations fluides, espaces partagés et intimité parfaitement équilibrés - Création de nombreux espaces annexes (cinéma, sport, dortoir enfants, bar, buanderie…) Ici, chaque choix vise à amplifier le confort, la convivialité et l’effet waouh. Esthétique & matériaux : Ligne directrice : laisser le paysage dominer. Pour cela : - Palette douce : sable, ocre, bordeaux - Matériaux durables et biosourcés : chêne massif, parquet PEFC, peinture Atelier Germain - Design enveloppant : formes arrondies, finitions invisibles, agencements sur-mesure - Agencements signature : meubles dessinés et fabriqués pour le projet, détails raffinés dans chaque pièce Extérieurs & prestations : Un projet pensé pour profiter pleinement du cadre exceptionnel du Pyla : - Piscine à fond mobile - Cuisine d’été avec bar - Douche extérieure & multiples terrasses - Deux espaces repas extérieurs - Circulation intérieure / extérieure fluide - Espaces de rangement privés pour la location Un niveau entièrement dédié aux loisirs : L’une des spécificités de cette dernière réalisation au Pyla repose sur l’aménagement d’un sous-sol entièrement dédié aux loisirs, pensé comme un véritable lieu indépendant. Conçu pour prolonger l’expérience de détente et de convivialité, cet espace s’organise autour d’une grande discothèque centrale et d’un bar qui invite à prolonger les soirées en toute intimité. Autour de ce cœur festif gravitent plusieurs pièces annexes, chacune répondant à un besoin spécifique : une salle de cinéma pour des projections privées, une salle de sport tout équipée, et un dortoir pour les enfants, complété par leur propre salle de bain. Cette configuration offre à chaque membre de la famille, quel que soit son âge, un espace sur mesure intégré à l’architecture globale de la maison. Un savoir-faire local : Une réalisation possible grâce à une collaboration étroite avec des artisans du bassin d’Arcachon : menuisiers, agenceurs, ébénistes. Chaque détail a été pensé, fabriqué et posé dans un esprit d’excellence. Le résultat ? Un projet livré clés en main, prêt à vivre, à louer ou à recevoir, juste à temps pour les fêtes. La Villa La Perla incarne une vision de l’architecture : sur-mesure, ancrée, inspirée, et résolument tournée vers l’usage.

Inredning av en modern mellanstor matplats med öppen planlösning, med betonggolv och vitt golv

Foto på en funkis matplats, med vita väggar, ljust trägolv och beiget golv

Create an inviting and dynamic space with an eclectic restaurant design that combines unique restaurant decor with a modern eclectic style. By incorporating mixed materials and carefully curated eclectic furniture, your restaurant becomes a creative dining space full of character and charm. The use of statement lighting enhances the mood, while an open floor plan allows for a seamless flow throughout the vibrant interiors. Add a touch of whimsy with quirky restaurant design elements and personalise the space further with bespoke furnishings that reflect the restaurant's personality. Elevate the ambience with artistic wall art that makes a statement, and reinforce a commitment to the environment by including sustainable design elements. This approach blends creativity, comfort, and innovation to craft a truly memorable dining experience.

This classic Queenslander home in Red Hill, was a major renovation and therefore an opportunity to meet the family’s needs. With three active children, this family required a space that was as functional as it was beautiful, not forgetting the importance of it feeling inviting. The resulting home references the classic Queenslander in combination with a refined mix of modern Hampton elements.

Inspiration för mellanstora moderna matplatser med öppen planlösning, med vita väggar, ljust trägolv och brunt golv

Foto på en vintage matplats, med vita väggar, ljust trägolv och beiget golv

This new house in Westmere was designed by Rogan Nash Architects. Much like a family, the design focuses on interconnection. The kitchen acts as the lynchpin of the design – not only as a metaphoric heart, but as the centre of the plan: a reflection of a family who have a passion for cooking and entertaining. The rooms directly converse with each other: from the kitchen you can see the deck and snug where the children play; or talk to friends at the sofa in the lounge; whilst preparing food together to put on the dining table.

The arrangement of the family, kitchen and dining space is designed to be social, true to the modernist ethos. The open plan living, walls of custom joinery, fireplace, high overhead windows, and floor to ceiling glass sliders all pay respect to successful and appropriate techniques of modernity. Almost architectural natural linen sheer curtains and Japanese style sliding screens give control over privacy, light and views

Dining room looking through front entry and down into bedroom hallway. Very few pieces of loose furniture or rugs are required due to the integrated nature of the architecture and interior design. The pieces that are needed are select and spectacular, mixing incredibly special European designer items with beautifully crafted, locally designed and made pieces.

L'intérieur a subi une transformation radicale à travers des matériaux durables et un style scandinave épuré et chaleureux. La circulation et les volumes ont été optimisés, et grâce à un jeu de couleurs le lieu prend vie.

Mike Besley’s Holland Street design has won the residential alterations/additions award category of the BDAA Sydney Regional Chapter Design Awards 2020. Besley is the director and building designer of ICR Design, a forward-thinking Building Design Practice based in Castle Hill, New South Wales. Boasting a reimagined entry veranda, this design was deemed by judges to be a great version of an Australian coastal house - simple, elegant, tasteful. A lovely house well-laid out to separate the living and sleeping areas. The reworking of the existing front balcony and footprint is a creative re-imagining of the frontage. With good northern exposure masses of natural light, and PV on the roof, the home boasts many sustainable features. The designer was praised by this transformation of a standard red brick 70's home into a modern beach style dwelling.

Maritim inredning av en matplats

Family dining room in the conservatory, adjacent to the kitchen.
Klassisk inredning av en mycket stor matplats med öppen planlösning, med vita väggar, marmorgolv och grått golv

Create an inviting and dynamic space with an eclectic restaurant design that combines unique restaurant decor with a modern eclectic style. By incorporating mixed materials and carefully curated eclectic furniture, your restaurant becomes a creative dining space full of character and charm. The use of statement lighting enhances the mood, while an open floor plan allows for a seamless flow throughout the vibrant interiors. Add a touch of whimsy with quirky restaurant design elements and personalise the space further with bespoke furnishings that reflect the restaurant's personality. Elevate the ambience with artistic wall art that makes a statement, and reinforce a commitment to the environment by including sustainable design elements. This approach blends creativity, comfort, and innovation to craft a truly memorable dining experience.