Home to Pedro and Asia and their dog Lupe, Casa Koala is a small, protective “nest” shaped around daily rituals, sensory comfort, and the way they actually live. Colour, texture, and familiar objects help regulate the day, and every decision earns its place. Mornings begin in the kitchen, seated together at a long, narrow table made from a recycled tabletop, paired with repurposed toy boxes that double as seating and storage. Downstairs, the living area is designed for rest, with a sound-insulating carpet, oversized plush sofa and soft lighting. Upstairs, the home shifts into studio mode, where an attic-like workspace embraces awkward nooks and leftover materials, turning them into shelves, desks, and tool storage for Asia’s illustration work. Thoughtful choices in the bedroom and bathroom, – including hidden laundry, a painted headboard, and under-bed storage – keep daily life simple and uncluttered.