SCHOLARLY MOUNTAIN-VIEW VILLA BY JISHANG SPACE DESIGN

Images courtesy of Jishang Space Design (Photo by Hangzhou Hanmo Visual – Yigao)

Reflect a Contemporary Minimalist Sensibility of Fluidity and Openness

The 700-square-meter Scholarly Mountain-view Villa by Jishang Space Design is a home on the outskirts of Hangzhou that provides breathtaking views of the surroundings. The three-story home, which is adjacent to a mountain range, is made to accommodate each person’s particular daily requirements and routines, responding to their distinct way of life.

Jishang Space Design’s founder, Ding Linji, prioritizes designing areas that meet the needs of locals over enforcing general guidelines. In contrast to traditional home layouts, he promotes an adaptable conversation between people and space. To convey a vision of space that speaks to the people it serves, Linji’s method is grounded in human experience, emotional resonance, and philosophical depth.

Fluidity, openness, and clean lines have been incorporated into the modern, minimalist exterior of the American-style townhouse. Because of the layout’s overlapping and merging spaces, which promote dynamic interaction and let natural light into the interior, residents can change how they use the space over time. A contemporary, flowing aesthetic is made possible by the design.

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Open-ended programming is a key component of the villa’s design, which enables its use to change and adapt over time. The designer employs “scene-based flexibility” in place of terms like “living room” or “study,” repurposing areas next to stair landings and hallways for tea, meditation, or guest reception. Residents have a say in how spaces are used thanks to this flexible and open design, which also permits future changes as needed.

Timber wall panels, organic textiles, and white plaster walls are just a few of the materials used in Ding Linji’s Mountain View Villa to create a container of time. The majority of the furniture in the villa is composed of wood, which creates visual coherence between the rooms and levels. This includes the tables, chairs, doorframes, and countertops. The upper level is flooded with natural light from a large timber-framed skylight, giving it a feeling of openness and serene vitality. By integrating the gradual changes of time into the villa’s design, the architecture makes it possible for the sun and moon to become a part of everyday life and increases awareness of natural cycles.

Numerous pieces, paintings, ceramics, and art objects throughout the villa demonstrate the client’s passion for calligraphy. These unique touches are thoughtfully incorporated into the interior design to match particular proportions and sightlines. By combining commonplace objects with traditional ink paintings, an emotional balance is produced that unites people and their living environment. The process of bringing people and their home space into harmony is symbolized by the combination of modest artifacts and traditional ink paintings.

The designer’s project is a philosophical investigation of life, time, and existence rather than merely an interior design or spatial concept. The design redefines what it means to live by erasing boundaries, obfuscating the roles of connected rooms, and incorporating materials for time capture. This creates a living organism that grows in harmony with its occupants. Through our everyday spaces, this project seeks to enhance our perception and comprehension of life.

Project information
Project Name: Scholarly Mountain-view Villa
Design Firm: Jishang Space Design
Project Location: Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Project Area: 700 m²
Lead Designer: Ding Linji
Design Period: 2022
Completion Date: 2025
Main Materials: Wood veneer, paint
Editorial Planning: Chengshe Media