Chelsea Hing views her projects as an expression of her life philosophy, rather than being guided by a design philosophy or aesthetic that is recognisable across her body of work.
“Our approach to design is to consider what’s important,” she says. “What’s important to invest in, what are the design values that you want to see in residential houses, and how do people want to live?
“Our homes provide our clients with a sense of connection with each other, and fulfilment in their lives, as well as a sense of respite and a place to have fun. Those elements underpin how we tackle anything, and there should always be a side sense of humour.”
The client’s individual characteristics inform the way the practice nurtures that sense of connection, depending on whether they wish to entertain 10-plus people each month, or they are quiet
