A set of traditional lattice doors opens directly into a small patio and garden courtyard in Beijing. The patterned woodwork frames a transitional space where interior and exterior merge, facilitating the entrance of light, air, and vegetation into the living environment.

The courtyard reflects a traditionally enduring architectural philosophy that emphasizes enclosure while preserving connectivity. Instead of creating a segregation between domestic life and the natural environment, the doors act as permeable boundaries, highlighting the seamless integration between the constructed environment and the adjacent garden.