To design a sophisticated yet calm and inviting space, Yatofu Creatives first created a neutral canvas by paring back elaborated architectural details in favor of minimalistic form language, and selecting surface materials that were textured and tactile.

A main and rare feature of the apartment is the large private garden that opens up into the interior space, casting a soft and warm light into the interior. The garden is contemporary and minimalistic, and serves as a breath of airy contrast to the saturated city surrounding the residence.

The main living and dining space features a bold hand-laid oversized terrazzo flooring with stones of varying neutrals and blues. Behind the dining table, a monumental display wall in Brazilian pinta verde blue marble creates a bright and fresh focal point for the otherwise neutral space.

Many of the fixtures and pieces in the main room, including the hanging lamp above the coffee table and the large asymmetrical mirror, were all uniquely designed and made as one-off pieces for the apartment.

The two bedrooms feature solid walnut wainscoting and bespoke wall-art created in collaboration with Moofoo, a Taiwan-based artist/carpenter.

In the master bedroom’s ensuite bathroom, a sculptural monolithic bathtub sits in the corner, carved out of a single piece of marble. Both bedrooms lead directly into the large private garden, a true rare commodity in a city like Shanghai.

The subtle yet sophisticated foundation of the interior itself offers endless possibilities for site-specific artworks and unique furnishings, celebrating both craftmanship and the expression of individuality.

Garden Landscaping: Zhou Xu, Xie Junqing
Photography: Wen Studio
Cinematography: JH.wang
Film editing: Mark Vicuña