Realm of Clouds Edifici Residencial by Ming Hsing Chang

Realm of Clouds Edifici Residencial by Ming Hsing Chang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award de Ferro in Disseny d'Arquitectura, Edificació i Estructures Competition Category.

FerroArquitectura· 2025

Realm of Clouds Edifici Residencial

by Ming Hsing Chang

Client: Grand Developments

A' Design Award de Ferro Winner in Arquitectura Category

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The Design

About Realm of Clouds Edifici Residencial

Realm of Clouds és un edifici residencial amb 11 unitats a Taichung, Taiwan. El disseny uneix l'arquitectura amb la vegetació, utilitzant plantes en diversos nivells, façanes verdes i pedra natural. La distribució ofereix vistes verdes, llum natural, aire fresc i interiors oberts, mentre que els camins privats i les entrades independents protegeixen la privacitat. La vegetació de la façana afegeix aïllament natural i afavoreix la biodiversitat. La recollida d'aigua de pluja, la il·luminació d'eficiència energètica i la ventilació creuada redueixen l'impacte ambiental. També s'utilitzen pedra d'origen local i fusta reciclada.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award de Ferro

Realm of Clouds Edifici Residencial és un guanyador del guardó A' Design Award de Ferro, un reconeixement prestigiós concedit a bons dissenys que compleixen els requisits professionals i industrials esperats de creacions ben dissenyades. Els guanyadors de Ferro demostren una gran habilitat, una alta especialització, una comprensió experta i la capacitat creativa dels seus creadors. Es preveu que Realm of Clouds Edifici Residencial sigui una creació molt apreciada, admirada i estimada que és pràctica i innovadora. Aquest disseny guanyador del guardó A' Design Award de Ferro integra les millors pràctiques del sector i té característiques tècniques competents lligades al coneixement i al talent. Realm of Clouds Edifici Residencial és respectat per la seva minuciositat i està pensat per oferir millores en la qualitat de vida que ajuden a fer del món un lloc millor.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Realm of Clouds seamlessly blends architecture with nature, using multi-tiered vegetation, green façades, and natural stone elements to create a living, breathing environment. Designed for privacy and sensory immersion, its layout ensures unobstructed green views while maximizing light, air, and spatial fluidity. The limited collection of 11 residences offers an exclusive retreat, redefining sustainable luxury in the city.
Dimensions & Packaging: 2185 m2
Residential House: 11 Units
Tags: Grand Developments, Realm of Clouds, Urban Nature, Biophilic Design, Sustainability, Sensory Experience
Production Technology: The project employs sustainable materials, advanced passive cooling techniques, and ecological landscaping. The façade features self-sustaining greenery, providing natural insulation and biodiversity support. The structure incorporates rainwater harvesting, energy-efficient lighting, and optimized cross-ventilation to reduce environmental impact. Locally sourced stone and recycled wood enhance durability and eco-responsibility.
Design Challenge: The challenge was to balance nature’s organic fluidity with architectural precision. Constructing a multi-layered green façade required innovative structural solutions, ensuring longevity without compromising aesthetics. Integrating biophilic design, biodiversity, and sustainability while maintaining luxury, privacy, and functional efficiency pushed the boundaries of conventional residential architecture.
Research: The design is rooted in biophilic principles, exploring how nature-integrated environments improve mental well-being, air quality, and spatial efficiency. Studies on multi-tiered forestry, microclimates, and material sustainability informed the selection of native plants and energy-efficient systems. Research also guided the project's privacy-focused urban planning, optimizing personal space within a green communal setting.
Inspiration: Inspired by the harmony between humanity and nature, Realm of Clouds reimagines architecture as a living ecosystem. Its cascading greenery and multi-layered planting create a mountain-like landscape, enveloping residents in an organic sanctuary. The project integrates biophilic design with modern luxury, fostering tranquility, balance, and ecological awareness in an urban setting.
Project Duration: January 2027
Taichung, Taiwan
Operation Flow: A seamless indoor-outdoor experience is achieved through open-plan interiors, panoramic glass walls, and nature-infused common spaces. Private pathways lead to lush gardens, ensuring green views without intrusion. Independent entrances enhance exclusivity, while natural air circulation and sensory-driven design elements - light, fragrance, and texture - create a holistic living experience.
Team Members: CHANG MING HSING
Image Credits: Grand Developments