Delighting at first sight, amazing after a long time
“My dream house should be: delighting at first sight, amazing after a long time. Buying is a charm, matching is an ability. Taste has nothing to do with money.”- Angela Bi
Today, I would like to talk about the path in front of my house. There are lovely big trees lined on both sides. They are not like cherry blossoms, only lasting for a short period of time, and not like summer flowers, shining as the sunshine. These tall trees have their own uniqueness, with green leaves to shade the sky and the sun. Everytime when I pass through this little path to go back home, I often feel a sudden relief, as if entering a tunnel of time. It is a feeling of coming home, so wonderful. These trees at my front door are decorations and gifts from nature. They always remind me of how life should be decorated.
Creating a luxurious and comfortable living environment is a promise, purpose and reward for life. But, should luxury be only valued by the price tag? Or, will you slow down your pace to enjoy life in another way?
Recently, I am busy with a project, searching for long-term accommodation that is suitable for a family who will soon move to Vancouver. It needs to be perfectly decorated and meet my living standard. I like this project, it allows me to fully utilize my imagination and execution.
In summer, I visited my designer’s garden. This is the most beautiful office. After six weeks of searching, we finally came to the right place. With a tight schedule, the most challenging thing is that, as a volunteer, I needed to address different understandings under various cultural contexts through communication and coordination.
Here are some ideas for the project
The essence of life is how to live, not how to survive. One room, one world; One house, one view.
A room with good proportions and layout doesn't have to be expensive.
When a house becomes a showroom, kitsch is a word for it. To make a house a home, I think, is to make the space a little more warm, colorful, kind, and flexible.
A room should "welcome you" rather than yelling "look at me".
Home is a space for myself, my family, and friends. There are different ways to “enjoy” the time at home. It can be a library room, where your inspiration comes from, or a yoga studio, where you enjoy the freedom of stretching and peace. Home is a space not only with structural functions but also imagination of beautiful life.
Buying a house is not that difficult, but making it a home is another story.
Adding more colours: Vancouver is already gray enough, so why let your home be covered with black, white and grey only?
An idea of a home should not be satisfied with only an L-shaped sofa and a large TV occupying most of the wall area.
"West Coast" design fully represents what a simple lifestyle should be.
You can also live in a room like this.
Life should be defined by yourself rather than a price tag. My designer bought a cabinet for 230 yuan in the second-hand market and then spent 500 yuan for repainting. This classic and elegant cabinet with Hermes orange interior paint highlights the contrast between the two combinations. The luxurious atmosphere does not require a luxurious price.
Don’t be defined, but find your own style!
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Need not to say, in this fast-paced society, no one can feel your “comfortable and relaxing” life through the messy arrangement in your home. What we offer is to help you to understand your need, get rid of this anxiety, gain control of your career and life again and finally, be able to find what life means to you. Everything has risks and comes with a price. It is necessary to have the ability to fully understand your own life. When you have this kind of attitude, you can take responsibility for yourself. Respect and freedom are appealing. Once you see the world, it is difficult for you to turn back.
Be determined and define your own life
We cannot choose where we were born, but at least, we can decide where we want to live. Follow us to explore all the wonders of global citizenship! Together, we see life and the future with a blue sky, green grass, red fruit and prosperity.
Angela Bi 毕颖
TCT Arte House, Founder
angelabi@tctandco.com
Written on August 11th, 2022
