Sanctuary Residential by Li Wen Chang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design Competition Category.
IronInterior· 2025
Sanctuary Residential
by Li Wen Chang
Client: Yung Hsu Interior Design
A' Design Award Winner in Interior Category
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About Sanctuary Residential
Sanctuary is a residential interior design for a duplex home in Tainan, Taiwan, covering 819.83 square meters. The layout places a single unit on each floor and opens the plan toward the surrounding ocean view. Large windows bring in natural light and support ventilation. A spiral staircase with a gold hollow railing connects the two levels and forms the central feature. Natural materials, soft colors and simple lines define each area without heavy decoration. The design also softens the visual effect of the vertical beam structure of the duplex.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award
Sanctuary Residential is an Iron A' Design Award winner, a prestigious recognition granted to good designs that meet the professional and industrial requirements expected from well-designed creations. Iron winners demonstrate great skill, high specialization, expert understanding, and creative capacity of their creators. Sanctuary Residential is expected to be a highly regarded, admired, and cherished creation that is practical and innovative. This Iron A' Design Award-winning design integrates industry best practices and has competent technical characteristics linked with know-how and talent. Sanctuary Residential is respected for its thoroughness and is designed to provide quality of life improvements that help make the world a better place.
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- Unique Properties
- Seeking to evoke the vision of a beautiful life through a minimalist and bright space, this design employs simplicity and open spaces, using natural light to blend the interior with the outdoor environment, creating a poetic living space that blurs the boundaries of everyday life. With a single unit per floor, the design shapes an ideal duplex lifestyle, enhancing the spaciousness and comfort of the area while bringing the natural seascape indoors to elevate the allure of the space. As the sunlight pours in, it illuminates a rich tapestry of home life.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The project is 819.83 square meter.
- Tags
- Natural Materials, Soft Color, Functionality, Ocean View, Sustainability
- Production Technology
- The design rejects overly intricate decorations in favor of sleek, streamlined lines that clearly define each area while maintaining a bright and fresh atmosphere. The use of a single, understated color palette seamlessly blends functionality with aesthetics. The entrance immediately draws the eye to the spiral staircase, precisely crafted in terms of position, size, and form. The staircase is complemented by a gold hollow railing that adds a touch of refined elegance. Coupled with the sophisticated lines of imported furniture and ambient lighting, the space transforms into a pure and comfortable daily retreat.
- Design Challenge
- Addressed the vertical beam structure of the duplex, using thoughtful design strategies to soften any visual imbalances. The spiral staircase was carefully designed to serve both as a functional element and as a visual highlight, ensuring that it enhances the overall aesthetic of the space. This approach not only solved the structural challenges but also elevated the interior design to new levels of sophistication.
- Research
- This project involved a raw, unfinished duplex space. The design challenge required a focus on optimizing spatial dimensions, ensuring smooth vertical and horizontal flow within the layout while leveraging the height and structure of the duplex. The aim was to link the interior with the outdoor ocean view, bringing the view inside, enhancing the spaciousness, and creating a minimalist yet elegantly sophisticated modern home of their dreams.
- Inspiration
- The homeowners desire a minimalist, bright, and comfortable living environment that seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor spaces. They seek to connect their home with the surrounding landscape while maximizing natural light to create a spacious view. The goal is to seamlessly blend functional living areas with an elegant, modern touch, capturing the pure essence of everyday life.
- Project Duration
- The project finished in March 2023 in Tainan, Taiwan.
- Operation Flow
- The concept revolves around the efficient use of space and meticulous attention to detail, employing natural materials and soft color tones to create a cozy and open ambiance. The design emphasizes simplicity and clarity, stripping away superfluous elements to achieve a sleek, harmonious interior. Large windows flood the space with natural light, and a spiral staircase acts as a central feature, connecting the levels of the duplex with a flair of elegance and functionality. The overall effect is one of modern simplicity, where gentle lighting and natural colors create a serene environment for everyday relaxation.
- Team Members
- Designer: Li Wen Chang
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