Bowmont is a comprehensive interior design project for a developer-built four-storey semi-detached house. Designed for a family of six, we sought to craft an indoor environment that supports everyday health and wellbeing.

The indoor environment affects our health and wellbeing in subtle yet profound ways. For Bowmont, we sought to transform the generic interior of a developer-built semi-detached house into a healthy environment tailored to the physical, social and cognitive needs of a family of six.

The heart of the home is located on the second floor, where the living room, dining area and kitchen are arranged as a series of connected spaces. Glass sliding doors allow the family to move freely between them, supporting both gatherings and more private moments. A 3.5-metre-tall glossy stone feature wall anchors the living room and highlights the double-height volume, while a mirrored wall opposite enhances ambient light and brightens what was originally a narrow and relatively dark interior.

Material selection was guided by health-focused principles. Natural materials were prioritised, with low-VOC and low-chemical alternatives specified where necessary. Finishes and paints were chosen for their ease of cleaning, anti-bacterial properties and zero-VOC content. A predominantly white palette reduces visual distraction and promotes calm, while subtle material accents and custom cabinetry displaying family mementos introduce character. The project demonstrates that a healthy indoor environment need not feel antiseptic but can be warm and personal.