When the water was brought to a boil, Shirley loaded the pouring kettle with hot water, then poured it slowly into the dripper as the coffee grounds gradually rose up. Delightful aromas flowed in the air as the coffee dripped into the carafe. While Shirley concentrated on brewing coffee with a calm smile on her face, our minds also quieted down with the flowing of water. We were at Sunny Day B&B, where invited the natural elements into its space and presented four spacious rooms to the guests, embodying the hostess Shirley’s dedication to an ideal life.    

His clear eyes revealed pure passion while his burly figure was matched with tanned skin tone. Wearing a beard style with a strong personality and a refreshing smile, this was Jimmy, the rational architect with a wild imagination. He grew up in Australia with Taiwanese blood flowed in his veins as his parents were immigrants from Taiwan. However, he came to Taiwan as opportunity knocked and anchored here since, bearing the open mind and vision, building his longing meticulously.    

Nestled on the Back Bay beach, the fair-faced concrete building of Fa Haus concealed an ambience of isolation, leaving us a feeling that we would not meet anyone behind that door. However, our imagination about the space was dissolved by the appearance of the hosts Jeam and Jean. Jeam, a little shy but funny, in his polo shirt, popped up from behind the counter, and our surprised looks just made him laugh quietly. Lovely Jean, also in her casual outfit, walked with cheerful steps and greeted us in her resounding voice, as her cordiality just built up the bridge between us. Chatting with them was like talking to the couple next door, warm and comfortable. At that moment, we seemed to be brought closer to this unique and mysterious house.