Along the Light

Named “Along the Light,” the project intends to let light extend from the outdoors into the interior, continuing the breathing and vitality of the old building. The site is a long, narrow townhouse renovated into a reception center and show home. Although the original structure had a high ceiling, it felt heavy because of misaligned beams and limited lighting. Taking light as the theme, the design team redefined the circulation and layers, enabling daylight and artificial light to connect seamlessly, allowing the old structure to no longer be concealed, but gently outlined by light.

The reception area uses a double-height ceiling and layered light strips to create visual extension. The central bar counter serves as the core of the space, functioning both as a reception and display area. The ceiling volumes rise and fall in sequence, concealing light bands within and forming a rhythmic flow of light. The wall is covered with matte beige travertine-like wallpaper, where light glides softly to produce a misty texture, reflecting metallic lines and glass surfaces with a boutique gallery-like elegance. The most distinctive feature is the facade with orange-red laminated glass, which glows like a flame—injecting warmth and focus into an otherwise calm palette.

The show home continues the concept of “extension of living.” With Nordic-style wood and milky-brown ceilings echoing the front area, the transition from display to living becomes natural. Through glass penetration, gradient wallpaper, and reflective lighting, the designer creates visual depth and brightness, achieving a transition from dim to bright, from solid to transparent.