Light Reborn Diseño de Interiores Residencial by Yi Hsuan Chen

Light Reborn Diseño de Interiores Residencial by Yi Hsuan Chen is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award de Hierro in Diseño de Espacios Interiores y Exposiciones Competition Category.

HierroInterior· 2026

Light Reborn Diseño de Interiores Residencial

by Yi Hsuan Chen

Client: YunLi Spatial Aesthetics Co., Ltd.

A' Design Award de Hierro Winner in Interior Category

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The Design

About Light Reborn Diseño de Interiores Residencial

Light Reborn es un diseño de interiores residencial para una vivienda de 105 metros cuadrados en un edificio de 33 años de antigüedad. La reforma crea un espacio habitable luminoso, funcional y equilibrado. Los ventanales de suelo a techo y la eliminación parcial de tabiques permiten que la luz natural alcance las zonas más profundas. Una distribución de cocina y comedor semiabierta conecta las principales áreas de estar. El chapado de madera natural, los azulejos con vetas de piedra y los recubrimientos ecológicos conforman una paleta de materiales en capas. Los armarios de altura completa y el mobiliario multifuncional aportan un almacenaje integrado, manteniendo al mismo tiempo la claridad visual.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award de Hierro

Light Reborn Diseño de Interiores Residencial ha ganado el A' Design Award de Hierro, un reconocimiento prestigioso concedido a buenos diseños que cumplen los requisitos profesionales e industriales que se esperan de creaciones bien diseñadas. Los ganadores de Hierro demuestran gran habilidad, alta especialización, comprensión experta y capacidad creativa de sus creadores. Se espera que Light Reborn Diseño de Interiores Residencial sea una creación muy apreciada, admirada y querida, práctica e innovadora. Este diseño ganador del A' Design Award de Hierro integra las mejores prácticas del sector y tiene características técnicas competentes unidas a conocimiento práctico y talento. Light Reborn Diseño de Interiores Residencial es respetado por su minuciosidad y está concebido para aportar mejoras en la calidad de vida que ayudan a hacer del mundo un lugar mejor.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This renovation transforms a 33-year-old residence into a bright, functional, and aesthetically balanced home. Key features include floor-to-ceiling windows, layered natural materials, integrated storage solutions, semi-open kitchen-dining connections, and thoughtful lighting, achieving harmony between usability, visual clarity, and modern spatial expression.
Dimensions & Packaging: Total area: 105 square meters. Living room features floor-to-ceiling windows for maximum light. Kitchen-dining area uses semi-open layout with white baked-enamel cabinets and stone countertops. Bedrooms incorporate marble veneer and wooden wall finishes. Bathroom utilizes dry-wet separation with stone-veined tiles and wood cabinetry. Storage includes full-height system cabinets and multifunctional furniture.
Tags: Residential Renovation, Old House Transformation, Integrated Storage, Natural Materials, Sustainable Design, Light Optimization, Semi-Open Layout, Functional Aesthetics, Spatial Harmony, Contemporary Interior
Production Technology: The project applies natural wood veneer, stone-grained tiles, and eco-friendly coatings. Mineral-based paints and wear-resistant floors enhance durability. Technically, partition demolition, furniture repositioning, integrated storage, and concealed utility systems optimize light penetration, usability, and maintain visual clarity across compact spaces.
Design Challenge: Key challenges were limited natural light, complex utility lines, and compact space. Solutions included partial wall removal, overhauling electrical/HVAC systems, and integrating full-height storage. Balancing functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability within a constrained, aged structure required careful planning and technical precision.
Research: Research Type: Residential renovation study. Objectives: Improve light, usability, and aesthetics in a 33-year-old home. Methodology: Spatial analysis, light study, material evaluation. Tools: CAD, 3D modeling, material samples. Participants: Homeowners and design team. Results: Enhanced light penetration, functional layout, sustainable material use. Insights: Old residences can be revitalized efficiently, improving comfort and environmental impact.
Inspiration: The design is inspired by the concept of "rebirth of an old residence," translating accumulated memories and daily life warmth into spatial stories. By using natural materials and leveraging light interactions, the space expresses unique atmospheres at different times of day and across seasons, allowing dynamic charm to emerge continuously.
Project Duration: The project started in January 2025 and finished in June 2025 in Taiwan, China.
Operation Flow: The layout promotes smooth circulation by connecting living, dining, and kitchen areas. Furniture positioning and partial wall removal allow natural light to reach deep spaces. Full-height and multifunctional storage adapts to users' needs while maintaining visual consistency. Spaces transform seamlessly for daily living, social interaction, and flexible usage.
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.
Image #2: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.
Image #3: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.
Image #4: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.
Image #5: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.