1) Warm-up (Before reading), What makes a home feel “like you”?, Do you prefer neutral interiors or bold colors? Why?, If you designed your home starting with a feeling (not a plan), what feeling would you choose?, What is a “vibe” in the context of interior design? Give 2 examples., Would you want a TV as the focal point of your living room? Why/why not?, 2) Quick comprehension (While/After reading), Who is Toni Bravo and what does she do?, What did she not use to start her design process?, What three essentials were at the top of her list for the home?, What kind of house is it (style + era)?, What problem did the house have before the redesign (in terms of “feeling”/look)?, What was the designers’ goal for the space (how did they think about “experiences”)?, Name 3 design elements used to create distinct “moments” in the house., What role does color play in the home? Give 2 examples from different rooms., Why is there no TV in the house?, What is the living room anchored by instead of a TV?, How do books and art reflect her identity and background?, What influenced her design references (hint: her studies + set design)?, What does the home represent for her beyond “having a house”?, 3) Vocabulary & language focus (use in speaking), Ask the student to explain in English + make a sentence:, 19. “stripped-back” / “cold space” / “warmth” (as design words), 20. “to reimagine a house”, 21. “to delineate spaces”, 22. “large-scale floral wallpaper” / “muted terra-cotta” / “limewashed walls” (what do these mean?), 23. “anchored by” (in interior design), 24. “screen-free” — pros and cons (2 of each)., 4) Discussion (Higher-level questions), Do you think starting with a feeling is better than starting with a mood board? Why?, The designers wanted different experiences in one large space. How can design change behavior at home?, Toni says she isn’t afraid of color or pattern. What does that reveal about her personality?, What details in the article show “culture” and “identity” in the interior?, If you removed all screens from your home, what would change in your daily routine?, What’s one idea from this home tour you would copy—and one you definitely wouldn’t?, 5) Mini tasks (speaking + writing), 60-second summary: Summarize the article in 5–7 sentences (no names of brands needed)., Role-play: You are the designer. Ask your client 5 questions to understand their “feeling” for the home (no mood board)., Writing: Write a short paragraph: “My dream home is rooted in…” (use 3 adjectives + 2 design nouns).

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