This homeowner couple living in Tainan, Taiwan, wanted a home that would reflect the husband’s profession as a jet-fighter engineer as well as the wife’s desire for warm and cosy surroundings.
They approached design studio Hao Design to transform their two-bedroom pad into a modern yet comfortable nest.
The blue walls and chirpy red accents in the living area help to inject warmth into the spaces, while the metallic trims of the cabinets and table suggest of a rugged industrial chic.
Aircraft Inspired Home
As you step into this aviation-themed interior design home, familiar materials and elements that denote the spirit of flight takes center stage.
Aircraft Parts for Furniture
The dining table and accompanying red tag are inspired by the ornaments used on aircrafts, pointing to the homeowner’s profession in the aviation industry.
Wood Laminate Walls
The wooden laminates on the shelves and ceiling add a touch of Nordic sensibility to the house.
Brick Walls
The white brick and white concrete wall looks rustic yet hip and vibrant.
A mural of the world map along the wall of the corridor leading to the bedroom is inspired by the maps seen in airports.
Dining Table
Simple pendant lights over the casual dining space make the kitchen look spacious and uncluttered.
Pipe Shelves
Red piping is used to create display shelving for accessories in the living room.
Small Space Interior Design
Small as they space may be, the design team fully utilised every inch within the home.
Stainless Steel Sliding Door
A sliding door along the kitchen wall is cladded in metal to turn it into a multi-purpose storage wall for hanging kitchen equipment and ornaments.
Dark Colour Palette
The colours used in the home become darker as the spaces become more intimate.
Full Height Pegboard
Pegboards are excellent space-saving solutions, especially in smaller areas where floor or cabinet space may be limited. The evenly spaced peg holes allow for easy placement and rearrangement of hooks, shelves, and baskets.
They also offer incredible flexibility when it comes to configuring and adjusting the storage setup.
World Map Wall Mural
A wall mural depicting a world map serves as a personalised travel tracker for the jet fighter engineer husband. The couple can mark the places you have visited, creating a visual representation of their adventures, inspiring future travel plans to explore new destinations.
Captain America’s Shield
Clearly fans of superhero series and Marvel comics, this Captain America shield is a symbol of courage, heroism, and justice. Displaying it as wall decor serves as a constant source of inspiration and a reminder of these values.
Plants Home Decor
Green decor and house plants have a calming and soothing effect on our well-being. Studies have shown that being surrounded by nature, even in the form of indoor plants, can help reduce stress, anxiety, and fatigue.
They contribute to a sense of relaxation, promote a positive mood, and create a connection with the natural world, which is beneficial for mental health.
Built In Study Table
A custom built-in study table was designed to fit seamlessly into the couple’s master bedroom window niche.
Storage pigeon holes are ideal for organizing and categorizing various items such as books, files, stationery, and other study or work materials. Each pigeon hole can be assigned to specific categories, making it easy to locate and retrieve items when needed.
Master Bedroom
An artist’s sketch feature wall adds a unique touch to the master bedroom, showcasing the couple’s individuality and creativity. The simple, black and white sketch evokes a sense of abstract art, and calmness.
Bed Frame with Storage
Under-bed storage shelves utilize otherwise unused space, allowing the couple to make the most of the area beneath their bed. This is especially beneficial in smaller bedrooms or apartments where space is limited.
Images courtesy of Hao Design. Photgrapher Joey Liu. This article first appeared on Sona Decor in 2017. Part of this article was written by ChatGPT and edited by human writers.