Beginning the transformation of a home through its most personal spaces
Rather than starting with the public areas of the residence, this renovation began with its most private wing. The brief was to create a complete wellness suite where sleeping, exercising, dressing and relaxation could seamlessly coexist, establishing the design language for the future transformation of the entire home.
The existing layout required a careful reorganisation. A former children's bedroom was converted into a private fitness studio, while an unused storage space beneath the staircase became a compact sauna. Within a relatively modest footprint, the design integrates a bedroom, walk-in wardrobe, gym, wellness area and ensuite bathroom without compromising openness or functionality.
Limited ceiling height became one of the project's defining design challenges. Instead of treating it as a constraint, every technical component was selected for minimal build-up. Ultra-compact loudspeakers, nano spotlights and integrated climate systems were carefully concealed within the ceiling construction, allowing lighting, acoustics and comfort to remain virtually invisible while preserving clean architectural lines.
Spatial connections further enhance the perception of openness. Carefully framed sightlines link the fitness area, bathroom, sauna and dressing room, creating a natural flow between the different functions while maintaining privacy where needed.
Materiality reinforces the calm atmosphere of the suite. Precisely detailed marble, rounded timber elements and carefully executed shadow gaps introduce warmth and softness, while large linen-clad wardrobe panels add texture and acoustic comfort. Inspired by the precision of luxury yacht interiors, every junction and transition was designed with exceptional attention to detail.
Although modest in scale, the Private Wellness Suite became the blueprint for the wider renovation. It demonstrates how thoughtful planning, discreet technology and refined craftsmanship can transform a compact footprint into a highly functional and restorative living environment, where everyday rituals become moments of comfort, wellbeing and quiet luxury.
