Why This Study
This design study explores how interior spaces can support hosting — not just visually, but functionally. The goal was to understand how layout, furniture placement, and material choices influence movement, conversation, and comfort.

Rather than designing for static moments, this study focuses on how spaces perform when they are actively lived in.

Questions We Explored

• How can a space encourage gathering without feeling crowded?

• Where does circulation naturally want to happen?

• How do materials affect sound, comfort, and warmth?

• What details elevate a space without overdesigning it?

These questions guide Iselè’s approach to both residential and rental projects.

Design Principles

• Open but defined zones

• Furniture that supports flexibility

• Warm, tactile materials

• Visual calm over excess ornamentation

The study prioritizes restraint — allowing architecture and layout to do the heavy lifting.

How This Informs Client Work
Insights from this study directly inform:

• Interior design projects

• Airbnb and rental concepts

• Pre-purchase evaluations

• Renovation layout decisions

This is the type of thinking applied to every Iselè project — regardless of scale.