Hong Kong architect Clifton Leung did not have much space to use when designing this 1,000-square-foot apartment. But taking cues from airplane galley kitchens plus a minimalist mindset, they left their tight space feel as a spacious house by adding smart storage, knocking down all the walls and adding 10 sliding doors which can transform the now-open space into a number of romantic locations.
in a Glance
Location: Vantage Park, Hong Kong
Size: 1,000 square feet; 1 bedroom, 2 baths
Budget: Around 1.1 million (HKD); $144,000 (USD)
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To conserve space in the living room, Leung mounted the TV in the wall and, instead of having a traditional bulky sofa, pushed two seats together which can be split to create more seats when friends see.
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Rollable airplane snack carts in the kitchen area say it all: Leung is crazy about creative efficiency. He confined the prepping, cooking and cooking to its own tight space in the rear of the kitchen, allowing for a open area with a dining table. A group of vintage green water bottles is displayed in an uplit shelf over the microwave.
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The dining area transitions into the living room, however, Leung added a change in flooring and sliding doors to specify the two distinct spaces.
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Unconventional knobs from Japan embellish the natural wood kitchen cabinets.
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Leung created functional spaces from what he’d. A bay window became a workstation, even though a recessed part of the wall became an ideal spot for his upright piano.
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Leung made this plywood desk to fit to the former bay window.
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Though many of Leung’s collectibles are hidden away, he managed to personalize the home through numerous mini trough-lit display shelves.
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The neutral palette soft, subtle furnishings in the guest bathroom allow the tight space breathe. A raw concrete ceiling provides only a glimpse of urban design.
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Soft and indirect lighting has been crucial to creating the small master bedroom comortable. All the lamps are all remote controlled.
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More bay windows in the master bedroom have been converted to a different workspace, with bustling city views.
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Simple and functional design makes the master bathroom feel relaxing and open. A curtain hides a nearby walk-in cupboard.
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You’ve heard of a walk in cupboard, however about a step-up cupboard? Leung made these storage stairs to optimize space for clothing.
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A step-on light button lets the homeowners immediately illuminate the cupboard.
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When the sliding doors are spacious, the chambers off the principal corridor — lit by a strip of LED lights to mimic those in a plane — feel on the rest of the space.
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When the sliding doors have been closed, the spaces feel more romantic.
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It is exactly the same with all the master bedroom. If the doors are open, there is an open feeling.
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When closed, the experience is completely different — more personal.
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