Chains Interior created a whimsical “Alice in Wonderland“ concept for this memorable home in Taipei
Do you believe in fairytales? No matter your age, these fables continue to enthrall you with their wondrous stories and fantastic settings. Inspired by her love for these imaginative tales, homeowner Celine Lee built her own form of wonderland in Taipei, in an apartment where she lives with her husband and two young daughters.
With its inspired design, this Taiwan home combines an eclectic mix of influences, ranging from neo-classical, country style, modern details to hints of Mediterranean and Nordic elements. It also rejects playing it safe with staid colour-matching. The resulting interior is a realm of fun that the family can enjoy privately in the comforts of their abode.
Collaborating with design director Chen Lianwu of Chains Interior, this home is of great significance to both the designer and the couple. “When we bought the house, our eldest daughter just turned 10, and the next 10 years will represent a most precious golden decade for our family,” shares Lee.
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Before the children grow up and leave the proverbial nest, the home plays the role of a protector, serving as a safe haven that allows the kids to dream and play freely.
“Home” represents the destination where fond memories are made. These precious moments and details can be found in rooms, or hidden in drawers, corners, and corridors. The design concept of a “Macaron Wonderland”—named after the pastel tones associated with the French confectionery—results in spaces that appear almost like a watercolour painting, and appear as whimsical as the scenes found in picture books.
The apartment is like a rare gem with its lofty proportions and jewel-like tones, and is situated in a private development in the Xinyi district in Taipei. It is far away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre; not only can you feel the lively atmosphere of nature with its interior design, the apartment is also equipped with a smart home integration system that monitors electricity use and the concentration of carbon dioxide in the air, while accurately controlling the temperature and humidity.
Designer Chen Lianwu recalls the collaborative process of planning the space together with the homeowners: “At that time, we threw out a lot of ideas, and every time a detail was added or subtracted, we would directly modify it on the laptop, which could instantly present the most realistic rendering of this home.”
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