Where I’ve lived, where I’ve created

I move often. In the past seven years, I’ve moved three times—and each time, I begin again with the same excitement. Designing a home is something I truly love. From the exterior to the smallest interior detail, it brings me so much joy. Because these are my own homes, there’s a sense of freedom—no strict rules, no limits. Well, except for my budget. But creatively, I let myself dream as much as I want.

With every move, I design as if it’s my very first home. Each house becomes its own story, its own world. And none of them look the same. Once the design is complete, I begin creating artworks for the space. I fill each home with my own pieces, made specifically for that house. Those artworks become part of the story too—and I’ll be sharing them in future posts.

My first home had a “beach house” concept. It was a split-level house with high ceilings, and I wanted it to feel light, fresh, and breezy—like a soft coastal wind passing through. And it truly became exactly what I imagined. I lived there for three and a half years, soaking in that calm, airy atmosphere every day.

The second house was completely different. It was a contemporary colonial-style home, surrounded by trees. I named it the Magnolia House, because of the huge magnolia tree—bigger than the house itself—standing proudly at the top of the hill by the driveway. The theme was “Into the Woods.” I wanted the design to feel like a continuation of nature, flowing from the outside in. Wood tones wrapped the house in warmth, and the overall style was classic, but with whimsical, playful details here and there. Compared to the beach house, this one felt heavier in the best way—grounded, cozy, and rich in character. We spent two and a half wonderful years there.

Now, I’m living in my third home—a modern house. The concept for this one is “gallery.” It has a tall, double-height ceiling and an open hallway on the second floor, giving it a spacious, airy feeling. The previous owner was an architect, and he built this house for himself. The moment I saw it on the market, I knew I wanted to move.

This house is filled with sunlight. It faces south, and every window was intentionally placed to follow the path of the sun. There are only a few narrow windows on the north side, while large windows open to the south, facing a private backyard. For the bedrooms, he designed high windows so that the sun wouldn’t hit directly during hot summer days. Everything feels thoughtful, intentional, and quietly beautiful.

I’ll be sharing more about each home—the designs, the stories, and the artworks created for them—in upcoming posts. Each house holds a chapter of my life, and I can’t wait to tell you more.