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MNEMOSYNE SERVICED APARTMENT

EDGECLIFF, NSW

PROJECT

Mnemosyne Serviced Apartment

JOB TYPE

The Mnemosyne apartment will be built in the current Edgecliff Centre site and will feature a combination of serviced apartments and elevated social realms. 

YEAR

2023

LOCATION

Edgecliff, NSW

CLIENT BRIEF

  • To create a serviced apartment catering to residential occupants, specifically designed to promote togetherness through a unique 2-in-1 dual key living concept.

  • Japandi and Wabi Sabi-inspired interior design style

  • The design should encapsulate the essence of simplicity, serenity, and connection, promoting a sense of well-being and unity among guests. 

SOFTWARE USED

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Enscape

The design for the two interconnected serviced apartments will each feature 1 bedroom, a bathroom, kitchenette, a dining area for four, a Japanese garden and yoga balcony, a study nook with a captivating window view, and a welcoming living room. The design theme is inspired by the harmonious blend of Japandi and Wabi Sabi aesthetics, promoting simplicity, tranquillity, and connection. A shoji door system serves as the pivotal element to facilitate connectivity between the two apartments to accommodate families and friends.

Apartment C & D

  1. Bedroom: The bed is positioned to face the window, offering a captivating view of the Sydney Harbour, thanks to its angled orientation.

  2. Bathroom: The bathroom sink is uniquely styled to cater the difference between the two apartments. 

  3. Kitchenette: Design a compact yet functional kitchenette with essentials.

  4. Dining Area: Create a dining space within in the kitchen to allow more connection. Preparing the meal and then taking a few steps to the dining chairs preserves the warmth of the food.

  5. Japanese Garden & Yoga Balcony: A serene outdoor area for relaxation and yoga practice. Next to a beautiful Japanese style pond.

  6. Study Nook: A peaceful area for work or reflection with an inspiring window view.

  7. Living Room: Design a comfortable and inviting space for relaxation and socializing, with the choice of being able to open to combine to two apartments. Thus allows the invitation to open space.

Shoji Door System:

  • The shoji door, inspired by Japanese design, connects the two apartments and can be opened like a sliding door.

  • The door serves to enhance connectivity between the apartments, enabling residents to interact and share the space as needed.

  • The shoji door is a key feature, facilitating flexibility and communal living, ultimately enhancing the guest experience.

CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT

CASE STUDY

Qiyun Boutique Hotel 

Located in Hangzhou China

This boutique hotel serves as a wellspring of inspiration for my serviced apartment project. I'm particularly drawn to its innovative use of space, where areas like the dining room and living room seamlessly blend in an open floor plan, yet the living room maintains a sense of intimacy and seclusion. The interior style, reminiscent of the Japandi aesthetic, exudes a calming, relaxing ambiance, creating an inviting and serene retreat for guests whether they stay for a weekend, a week, or a month.

Fig 1. Quiyun Boutqiue Hotel Dining Room

Fig 2. Qiyun Boutique Hotel Bedroom

Note. Quiyun Boutique Hotel. (2018)

Note. Quiyun Boutique Hotel. (2018)

Reference: Quanwen Interior Design. 2018. Qiyun Boutique Hotel. ArchDaily.

INSPIRATION BOARD

Fig 1. Wabi Sabi Living Room

Fig 2. Japanese Window Reading Nook

Fig 3. Japanese Shoji Door

Note. Pinterest. (2023)

Note. Pinterest. (2023)

Note. Pinterest. (2023)

Fig 4. Wabi Sabi Master Bedroom

Fig 5. Dark Green Bathroom

Fig 6. Japanese Inspired Kitchen

Note. Pinterest. (2023)

Note. Pinterest. (2023)

Note. Pinterest. (2023)

Reference: Pinterest. 2023. Pinterest. https://www.pinterest.com.au

MOOD BOARD

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Fig 1. Woman doing Yoga

Fig 2. Japanese Pond

Fig 3. Timber Curve Pattern

Fig 5. Nature

Note. Pinterest. (2023)

Note. Pinterest. (2023)

Note. Pinterest. (2023)

Note. Pinterest. (2023)

Fig 4. Wabi Sabi Definition

Note. Google (2023)

Coffee Clay

Timeless Grey

Light Ceramic 

Pale Eucalypt

Supplied by Dulux

Reference: Pinterest. 2023. Pinterest. https://www.pinterest.com.au

MATERIAL BOARD

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Living Room

Bedrooms

Bathroom

Kitchen

CAD PLAN

SCALE 1:50

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3D VISUALISATIONS

FRONT ENTRANCE FOR APARTMENT C

Front Entrance

KITCHEN & DINING FOR APARTMENT C

Dining
Kitchen

FRONT ENTRANCE, KITCHEN & DINING FOR APARTMENT D

Kicthen & Dining

LIVING ROOM WITH SHOJI DIVIDER

Living Room
Living Room with Shoji Divider

MASTER BEDROOM  FOR APARTMENT C

Master Bedroom

MASTER BEDROOM  FOR APARTMENT D

Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom

ENSUITE FOR APARTMENT C

Ensuite

ENSUITE FOR APARTMENT D

Ensuite

BALCONY FOR APARTMENT C

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