John Liu (B Arch. Hons. B PD Arch.) arrived in Australia from Taiwan at the age of 11 and made the eastern suburbs of Melbourne his home. As with many immigrant children, John brought with him a strong cultural heritage, which has melded over time with Australian sensibilities and way of life.
Living in Doncaster with his wife and two children, John understands the needs of families looking to create their ‘forever home’. He appreciates the dynamics of couples and families at various life stages, and how the ‘space in between the walls’ can genuinely improve our lives.
Of particular interest to John are the ‘threshold spaces’; the spaces that create a sense of arrival in a home. In many Asian cultures, these spaces are given far more importance than in traditional Australian architecture. What if the entry is more than just a place to kick off your shoes?
John draws his design inspiration from the smaller details of everyday life, the little things that bring delight.