"While skiing, everything suddenly becomes very quiet, and you can only hear the sound of the wind. Then, you are greeted with vast, pristine scenery." Designer David Peng shares his flow experience on the ski slopes. He hopes to recreate this sense of relaxation in the office spaces he designs. Consequently, he has created a serene snowfield in his new office, which also serves as a showroom.
The space features expansive white walls, charcoal black floors, and simple linear and proportional divisions. Clean colors, lines, and materials create a pure foundation for the space, allowing occupants to clear their minds of distractions, find tranquility, and focus on the present moment.
The present moment is brimming with natural vitality. Large glass windows bring in the greenery from the courtyard, blurring the boundaries between indoors and outdoors, and broadening the view. Wooden furniture and woven rattan rugs add a touch of natural relaxation. When it comes to natural elements, the most unmissable feature in the space is the moon lamp hanging above the reception area.
This lamp was an intuitive choice by David Peng before designing the new office. "I feel that when it is turned on at night, it is very soothing and creates a distinct sense of relaxation." The moonlight shining on the tranquil snowfield, with its warm glow, makes the white walls appear even softer. Surely, every night here will be enchanting.
During the vibrant daytime, the white moon lamp, with its light concealed, and the intentionally elevated reception area, do not impose on the space despite their substantial size. This allows the designer to freely select and arrange favorite furniture pieces. In the future, if there's a desire to replace furniture in this pure space, it can seamlessly blend in with different styles, just like the modular sofa in the reception area.
An overly simplistic design can be counterproductive to tranquility and can appear dull. Just like the ups and downs of skiing, the designer created mezzanines in the space. These not only provide functional areas for focused work and allow colleagues to move around more freely but also add visual interest. The tunnel-like stairs, designed with pet safety in mind, feature angled openings and slanted surfaces that create intriguing dialogues and perspectives. This design fosters greater interaction between the upper and lower levels.
Additionally, the designer thoughtfully added details to bring a touch of interest to the space. The problem of large building pipes above the conference table was resolved with long, tiered shapes, eliminating any sense of overwhelming mass. In the reception area, linear cuts in the white walls conceal the electrical panel. The tea area features a textured backsplash, adorned with the cool metallic finish of stainless steel fixtures. Perhaps, as we pause and savor the details under the frosty moon, we can appreciate the rich and subtle delights in the tranquility.
