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Xi An Oct 108 Villa

Zuorong Zhang Villa Interior

Xi An Oct 108

Xi An Oct 108 is a villa interior design located in Xi'an, China. Three above-ground floors and a basement cover 3,600 square meters. Family interaction zones are placed on each level to support shared living, while private rooms remain separate. Operable skylights bring daylight and natural ventilation into the rooms. Light wood finishes, pale coatings and soft furnishings create a calm atmosphere. Twenty-six sensors measure carbon dioxide, dust, humidity, temperature and light, and the systems adjust the indoor climate accordingly.

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Light In Dark Interior

Kan Hui Interior Interior

Light In Dark

This design uses a grey black palette to create spaciousness in a small unit. Storage is integrated through glass doors, a raised platform, and combination cabinet, while each room has independent lighting, breaking the single light limitation. Inspired by light in dark, amber accents add warmth. The layered lighting system adapts to different activities and times of day. Every material was chosen for its tactile quality. Challenges included avoiding dark tone oppression and balancing storage with openness. Fabrication combines carpentry and metalwork with a smart panel for scene modes.

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Serenity Modern Residential Interior

You-Yu Chen Modern Residential Interior Interior

Serenity

Serenity is a two-story residential interior with a total floor area of about 158 square meters. An open plan layout connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas around a sculptural glass staircase. Large-format porcelain tiles measuring 1200 by 2100 millimeters cover the floor, and glossy and matte finishes help define the entrance, living room, and dining area. The cabinetry is custom built in matte lacquer with recessed handles. Linear LED lighting is set into ceiling coves and shelf grooves. The staircase separates the public and private areas.

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Timber Shadow Residential Interior

YEN, TZU-CHUN、CHEN, JHIH-WEI Residential Interior Interior

Timber Shadow

Timber Shadow is a residential interior design for a 56.2 square meter apartment in Taipei. The layout is open plan, with curved walls that link the kitchen island to the living area. Rhythmic vertical slats of custom-milled dark oak line the walls and soften spatial boundaries. Surfaces are finished with hand-applied mineral coatings in understated golden undertones, and the floor is laid with chevron oak. Concealed cabinetry with 10 mm shadow gaps and indirect 3000K LED lighting keep the compact home calm and free of clutter.

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Blush Oasis Wellness Indoor Pool

Beliz Görgül Kolsuz Wellness Indoor Pool Interior

Blush Oasis

Blush Oasis is an indoor wellness pool designed as a calm spa retreat. The pool measures 10 by 4 meters with a depth of 1.5 meters and sits within a wellness space of 8.5 by 16 meters. Blush pink tadelakt plaster, handmade Zellige tiles, natural stone flooring, custom metalwork, and curved arches define the interior. Azure water and greenery complete the setting. A skimmer system and underfloor heating are integrated for comfort and durability. Daybeds and cabanas create private zones beside the water.

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Living Gallery Residential House

Shih Wei Liu Residential House Interior

Living Gallery

Tailored specifically for an art collector, this private residence balances extensive display requirements with everyday living comfort. Through a strategic layout reconfiguration, a previously dark unit containing three bedrooms was transformed into an illuminated loop space featuring two rooms. The design creates a sophisticated warmth by blending grey marble with rich wood textures. By integrating professional gallery lighting with flexible modular systems, the space achieves a functional aesthetic that showcases an art collection while maintaining a welcoming and domestic atmosphere.

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Togetherness Residence

Kan Kuo-Tung Residence Interior

Togetherness

Togetherness is a residential interior design covering approximately 132 square meters in Taiwan. The entrance uses a reeded glass screen and a matte grey storage wall to form a calm buffer between the street and the home. The layout was reorganized into three plus one rooms with a living room and a dining room. The kitchen, dining and living areas are merged into one open social space, with the sink repositioned so cooking faces family activity. Materials include reeded glass, grey ceramic tiles, acrylic, railway tiles and wood textures. Linear ceiling lighting brightens the interior.

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The Art of Community Public Space

Da-yi Construction and Development Public Space Interior

The Art of Community

The Art of Community is a public space design within a residential development in Taichung City, Taiwan. The shared areas include a six-meter-high lobby that opens to a planted courtyard, an art corridor and a living kitchen. Glazing of 3.3 meters brings natural light and airflow into the interior. Minimalist concrete is combined with warm wood, while soft organic curves replace hard angles, most visibly in the curved wooden architecture of the library. The formal lobby counter was removed to create a seamless flow to the courtyard and to encourage interaction among residents.

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Ukiyoe Restaurant

Fabio Su Restaurant Interior

Ukiyoe

This Japanese conveyor belt sushi restaurant incorporates the principles of local, sustainable, and environmentally friendly. The exterior features woodgrain aluminum louvers that depict the imagery of Mount Alishan. The interior continues the Japanese colonial architectural style, featuring a palette of natural materials. The space incorporates Ukiyoe motifs and Japanese aesthetics, creating a dining experience that blends nature and culture.

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1874 Hidden Bar

Cosmo Chuah Hidden Bar Interior

1874

1874 is a hidden bar set within a century-old shophouse in Penang, Malaysia. The entrance is placed behind a facade that recalls a 1960s grocery store, while the interior is industrial and raw. Reclaimed scaffolding forms the core framework of the bar, and vintage objects were sourced from local secondhand markets. Much of the original flooring, ceiling and walls was retained. Three zones lead guests from the storefront to the bar and then to the smoking area. Hidden doors, elevated stages and adjustable lighting support the sense of surprise.

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Contemporary Archaeology Hall Exhibition

Fan Chieh Chien Exhibition Interior

Contemporary Archaeology Hall

The Contemporary Archaeology Hall uses innovative design and technology to transform archaeology into a thought provoking journey that links the past with modern society. Visitors become time travelers, exploring archaeological secrets in places like the Moai filled island of Rapa Nui, the Akrotiri ruins before a volcanic eruption, and the ancient tomb of a Viking female warrior. Along the way, they reflect on contemporary societal challenges and potential solutions.

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Aera Bookstore

Silvia Schaeffer Bookstore Interior

Aera

Aera transforms a vacant commercial space into a warm and multifunctional interior that combines a bookstore, a coffee area, and a flexible community zone. Wooden pergolas define spatial sequences and support the lighting system, while wood finishes, greenery, and soft illumination create a calm atmosphere. Clear circulation, modular millwork, and fully accessible pathways ensure comfort and ease of use. The event area accommodates book clubs, film sessions, workshops, and social gatherings, allowing the space to adapt to different community needs.

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