Life effortlessly integrates with light, resulting in abundant functionality, seamless circulation and the resolution of residential issues. An open-plan layout, while integrating natural light through skylight configurations, illuminating living spaces. This approach cultivates a serene ambiance reminiscent of modern Japanese minimalism, breathes new life into the aging residence.

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Ming-Ru Li

Ming-Ru Li

2024/01

This renovation project focuses on revitalizing a 40-year-old townhouse characterized by its elongated and narrow layout. There are many challenges including water leakage, humidity, rusting corrugated metal structures and inadequate lighting. Moreover, its proximity to neighboring houses on either side poses concerns about sound insulation and privacy. In response to these issues, adopted on a holistic approach, such as partially demolishing partitions, reconfiguring the spatial layout, introducing waterproofing measures and reinforcing the structure. By selecting non-toxic, formaldehyde-free latex paint and other eco-conscious materials, minimizing our ecological footprint, and apply heat-reflective coatings to sloping roof panels to decrease the need for air conditioning.

The rooftop design incorporates skylights to emulate a courtyard ambiance, illuminating the interior without the need for artificial lighting during daylight hours, and offering additional room for drying clothes on the third floor. The ground floor was first elevated with a cement foundation before tiling to mitigate humidity and dampness. The open-plan layout seamlessly integrates the living room, dining area and kitchen, the expansive ceiling height on the ground floor also connects to the open recreation area on the second floor, fostering interaction among family members. A suspended pipe system is utilized for the water supply, efficiently delivering water from the rooftop to the first, second and third floors, meeting the occupants' daily needs.

The project is 244.6 square meters with 4 bedrooms, a living room, a dining room, and 3 bathrooms. Ceramic tiles, iron parts, glass, melamine board, system board, wooden floor, painted corrugated board, latex paint, outdoor paint, thermal insulation paint.