Monday, July 30, 2007

Zen and the Art of home design

Design that gives a feeling of peace and tranquility, sense of calm and order...

Designed by Tsao and Mckown Architects...

For the Tsao family...

In SF...












Sculpture lines the walkway


















Custom bronze scones



















The floor is chipped granite























Living Area












Entry way with mirror (good feng shui) and chinese stool



























Chairs are french, as is the tree bark!





















Chinese console



























Vintage hanging lanterns draped with silk from World war II parachutes!



















Tapestery designed by the architects



















Family room with rattan pendant ceiling fixture
















Minimalist bedroom















Bed that invites to be slept upon...
















Chinese prayer niche














Felt calm?
I did.




(All images and details courtesy Interior Design, one of the best interior design resource I have come across so far )


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