Clinic Zen Residential and Commercial

This case is located in Chiayi city, for the residential building, as if the simple square box placed in the community. The exterior of the building is presented with simple, but not complex lines, and a large amount of green space in the courtyard is deliberately preserved in order to allow patients to enjoy greenery at the time of the visit, thereby reducing the tension caused by the visit. In the home section, the Nordic fresh and simple lines are incorporated, giving the physician a comfortable and elegant space to rest.

The building indoor and outdoor space, with simple lines to present as a physician's professional and calm, and thus obtain the trust of patients for the purpose of this case research, so that its works in line with the needs of the clinic.

Because of winning this award, I will be better able to use my own knowledge to come back to social, and pass my experience on people who endeavor in the field of design.

The vision for Clinic Zen Residential and Commercial began with the duality of its program: a professional clinic seamlessly integrated with a private residence. Our design approach sought to balance the clinical precision required of a medical practice with the emotional warmth of a home. Clean, minimalist lines and elongated windows reflect the calm and confidence of the physician, while views of lush greenery help reduce patient anxiety. In contrast, the residential area is softened through warm tones and natural textures, providing the doctor a peaceful retreat after work.As the design evolved, the biggest challenge became zoning—especially in the context of the post-pandemic world. Clear separation between public (clinical) and private (residential) areas became essential. The final solution embraces simplicity and nature, achieving a thoughtful blend of rationality and humanity that redefines how healing and living can coexist harmoniously within the same architectural space.

From the outset, we were deeply aware of the anxiety and tension many patients feel when visiting a clinic. This inspired us to use transparency as a healing design element—connecting interior spaces with surrounding greenery through large, uninterrupted windows. Natural light and open views soften the clinical atmosphere, helping reduce stress and evoke a sense of calm and openness.Balancing transparency with privacy, however, was crucial. We carefully designed window heights, used vertical louvers, and strategically placed plants to create visual shielding without fully closing off views. This approach allows patients to feel visually connected to nature while maintaining personal discretion—achieving a subtle harmony of openness and separation.This semi-transparent design language stems from our commitment to human-centered healthcare environments, ultimately crafting a space that feels both professional and emotionally supportive.

Living in Argentina profoundly shaped my perception of space and its relationship with human behavior. The Argentine emphasis on openness, natural light, and the seamless flow between interior and exterior environments taught me to view architecture through a more fluid and human-centered lens.In designing Clinic Zen, I drew upon Eastern architectural philosophies—such as the appreciation of voids, subtle transitions, and the aesthetics of “in-betweenness”—while integrating Western principles of material expression and structural clarity. This fusion created a space where serenity meets order, and where natural softness coexists with architectural rigor.Ultimately, my cross-cultural experience helped me develop a design language that transcends geographical borders, focusing instead on the universal needs of healing, living, and quiet introspection.