A sense of serenity engulfs us as we tiptoe through this collection of luxurious Chinese style villa interiors, each open and spacious and adorned with soothing laconic panels and subtle detailing. Imagine by See ZHBB, these spaces remind us of the beautiful scenery of Jiangnan, the picturesque lands south of the lower reaches of the Yangtze River. These serene riverside memories inspire water-filled patios, where reflection ponds surround majestic trees, and colorful koi fish swim. Light-filled living rooms and spacious dining rooms provide upscale places where large groups of friends and extended family can gather and socialize in the evening. The traditional tea rooms honor long-standing ceremonies.
The light-filled living room features an entire glass wall overlooking a serene courtyard layout and a separate wing of the villa with a parking garage.
To the right of the open-plan living room, a large and impressive spiral staircase design fluctuates in contrasting black and white finishes.
Light cream sofas and well-balanced black armchairs make for a visually interesting combination.
Recessed track lights cross the ceiling to distribute even lighting throughout the large living space.
A skylight nourishes a majestic tree with natural daylight. The boulders complement the sculptural courtyard arrangement.
Black grooved wall panels work in tandem with a modern fireplace to camouflage its purpose when not in use,
A wood panel wall creates a warm look to the décor visually, which is atmospherically illuminated around its edges by recessed strips of LED light.
The illuminated wall feature eliminates the need for wall lights and provides an even spread of brightness.
Wood effect wall panels cover other aspects of the room as well, creating continuity and cohesion
Recesses are brightly lit to expel shadows.
There is a traditional prayer table in the corner of the living room, where there is a statue of Ganesha among the religious texts.
A Buddha statue makes a meditative decoration on a coffee table.
The patio design off the living room window is a water-filled space that can be passed through modern linear stones. A cobblestone bed makes a sturdy home for a small and elegant tree, where it can be dipped in the sun.
Beneath the shaded canopy of the second floor balcony, an outdoor seating area has been created on a wide wooden deck. Outdoor chairs cluster around a luxurious marble coffee table to create a conversational arrangement.
As the sun moves in, the rooftop becomes a warm area for outdoor tea.
A modern chaise longue that reclines under the shade of the upper balcony.
The courtyard provides a beautiful view and a flow of natural light into the rooms of the house around it. It also creates an outdoor connection that encourages homeowners to get into the fresh air while traversing their living spaces.
Beneath the undulating surface of the reflection aquarium, colorful koi fish swim and thrive.
The pool holds a mirror of the surrounding architecture.
A rock wall provides a sturdy feature and backdrop behind the small tree.
Manjushri statue looks meditative at the water’s edge.
The parking garage is a well-decorated space, clad in wood paneled wall panels and flooring with a smooth polished concrete finish.
Back in the living room, we take a closer look at the design of the spiral staircase that rises from a high-gloss black platform. A white marble wall rises behind it, instilling a contrasting pattern.
A spherical statue balances on the polished black staircase base, with a magic lighting ring creating a bright aura around it.
The orb statue interacts with the curve of the winding staircase to complete a breathtaking view.
Gently glowing LED strip lights illuminate each tread of the spiral staircase, providing a safe passage from top to bottom.
Solid balustrades are covered with rich wood veneer to create a stunning finish.
The curved shape continues within the dining kitchen, where a recessed lighting feature displays a circular outline above a round dining table. The matching wall light expands the rounded aesthetic.
A lightweight dining room pendant light hangs low on a round wooden dining table, which features luxurious white marble inlay.
Cream-colored upholstered dining chairs seat up to sixteen people at the dinner table.
Just outside the dining room window, a second water-filled courtyard offers relaxing sights and sounds with a small waterfall feature. Koi fish swim beneath the concentric ripples that radiate toward a path of stepped stones.
Behind the formal dining area, the kitchen features a hidden presence. Kitchen storage and integrated appliances are locked behind handleless front cabinet doors. Only the kitchen island is visible to the naked eye, which houses the kitchen sink and stove.
The kitchen island is combined with a casual breakfast table at one end, which seats six.
A simple centerpiece adds a short flash of greenery to the white table.
The range hood rises directly off the island, allowing it to be completely pulled out of sight when not in use.
Indoor plants and figurines make attractive little reliefs on each side of the room.
Abstract artwork suspends moments of intrigue along the corridors of the house.
Other art is incorporated into the fresco itself.
There is a bright tea room at one end of the large open plan living space, separated from the main lounge by a dominant staircase design, and partly by a shadowy glass partition.
The thin table design has a light presence in the space, while the stone tiled wall is more restrained. The red chair adds a touch of bold color.
This modernly designed room leads to a more traditional environment.
The decorative screen is a visual break between the two areas.
Courtyard brings sunlight through.
The decor is a floor palette of rich brown and dark wood color. The paper globe pendant lamp places a crisp white heart in the center of the chart.
This focal wood sideboard showcases beautiful craftsmanship.
The ubiquitous lightweight screens are used to subtly define space transitions, while still allowing the eye to wander through and allowing natural light to be shared.
In this traditional tea room design, a low, rustic bench was paired with simple floor pillows. A scenic mural paints a set of wall panels behind it.
Recessed ocean lights give the room a nice and special feel.
The paper floor lamp draws attention to the attractive treatment of the wall.
Rustic wooden bowls and trays, and ceramic vases provide the traditional tea table with decorative elements.
A botanical display of flaming red color reminds of the red flowers and the beautiful Jiangnan sunrise in spring.
Rustic and natural elements give the space an earthy, outdoor feel.
With the wall screens rotated, the tea room joins the next room.
The Tetsubin teapot is suspended from the ceiling.
The decorative screens are translucent and light, which lends them a nice light feel in the void, whether they are rotated to be fully open or closed.
Plumes of white pampa grass make an enchanting display under focused lighting fixtures.
The faded grass is reflected in the inky black ground.
Black walls and a black ceiling block any outside light sources.
Inside the master bedroom, a unique headboard design separates the bed from the dressing area behind it.
The bed is set to focus on the window view, which is filtered by crisp white voile.
A sculpted bedroom chair that glows in the sunlight in a polished gold finish.
The traditional Chinese landscape appears across the back of the custom-designed headboard design.
In this double bedroom design, a jade green bedspread colors a traditionally decorated space.
A floral accent wall adds an elegant touch behind the headboard.
Opposite the bed, a wall of glass units displays a collection of designer handbags.
Black bedside tables accommodate elegant bedside table lamps for nighttime reading.
A modern bedroom chair and a contemporary wireframe unit complete the furniture composition.
Unique glass vase displaying a simple botanical arrangement.
A glass staircase connects two furnished areas of balconies.
Dining room and outdoor seating area furnished on the roof.
Rustic benches give space character.
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