Bwl Taichung Showroom, Wurkplak by Bean Buro

Bwl Taichung Showroom, Wurkplak by Bean Buro is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award yn Brûns in Ynterieurromte en Útstallingûntwerp Competition Category.

BrûnsYnterieur· 2026

Bwl Taichung Showroom, Wurkplak

by Bean Buro

Client: Bean Buro

A' Design Award yn Brûns Winner in Ynterieur Category

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The Design

About Bwl Taichung Showroom, Wurkplak

Bwl Taichung is in showroom en wurkplak ferdield oer twa ferdjippings fan in kommersjeel gebou yn Taichung. It ynterieur beslacht 11.300 kante foet en kombinearret in op wolwêzen rjochte retailhub mei in eigentiidske wurkomjouwing. Groefd timmerwurk, skulpturale foarmen en biofile eleminten ferwize nei Taiwaneeske timpelarsjitektuer. In slingerjende messing flierynlis en in trochrinnende ljochtline oan it plafond liede besikers fan de retailromten nei de konsultaasje- en eveneminteromten. De materialen omfetsje FSC-sertifisearre hout, ôfwurkings mei leech VOC-gehalte en recyclebere komponinten.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award yn Brûns

Bwl Taichung Showroom, Wurkplak is in winner fan de A' Design Award yn Brûns, in heech prestisjeuze erkenning foar treflike ûntwerpen dy't har ûnderskiede troch kreativiteit, fernuft en tûkens. Brûnswinners binne tige feardige en opfallend kreative artefakten dy't de grutte ûnderfining, ferbylding en betochtsumens fan har ûntwerpers befêstigje. Fan Bwl Taichung Showroom, Wurkplak wurdt ferwachte dat it in tige heech achte, bewûndere en dierber objekt is dat opmerklik profesjoneel en ynnovatyf is. Dit winnende ûntwerp fan de A' Design Award yn Brûns yntegrearret de bêste praktiken yn keunst, wittenskip, ûntwerp en technology en is treflik om syn omtinken foar detail. Bwl Taichung Showroom, Wurkplak foldocht behoeften prachtich, reitsjet winsken, betsjoeveret gefoelens en sprekt nijsgjirrigens oan.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: BWL Taichung is a dual-purpose environment combining a wellness-focused retail hub and a contemporary workplace. Its spatial narrative integrates fluted joinery, sculptural forms, and biophilic features inspired by Taiwanese architecture. Sustainability, refined craftsmanship, and spatial flow define its uniqueness as a holistic experience that unites community, culture, and design excellence.
Dimensions & Packaging: A sales gallery and workplace of 11,300 square foot across two floors in a commercial building in Taichung.
Tags: Commercial Design, Commercial Space, Showroom, Sales Gallery, Workplace, Taichung, Sales Gallery, Customer Centre
Production Technology: Realised through collaborative craftsmanship, the project uses bespoke fluted joinery, modular partitions, and precision metal detailing. Materials were selected for sustainability, including FSC-certified timber, low-VOC finishes, and recyclable components. Artificial skylights and efficient ventilation systems enhance environmental comfort and aesthetic harmony.
Design Challenge: The greatest challenge was achieving global brand consistency while expressing authentic Taiwanese identity. Balancing symbolic architectural references with modern accessibility required deep cultural and material research. Constraints in ceiling height and sustainability standards further demanded innovative structural and lighting solutions to preserve openness and energy efficiency.
Research: Research was behavioural and spatial, analysing user interaction, dwell patterns, and ergonomics. Methods included observational studies, staff interviews, and on-site prototyping. Data revealed needs for flexibility and calmness in customer movement. Insights informed the spatial sequence, material tactility, and environmental design, enhancing wellness-driven brand experiences.
Inspiration: The design draws inspiration from Taiwanese temple rhythms, where vertical and rounded forms evoke both structure and serenity. The project reinterprets these architectural cues through contemporary materials and lighting. The aim was to craft an environment reflecting balance between nature and technology, tradition and modernity, public energy and private calm.
Project Duration: The project commenced in May 2023 and was completed in May 2024. It occupies two floors within a commercial building in Taichung and serves as a regional hub for wellness engagement and corporate collaboration.
Operation Flow: Visitors are guided through an intuitive spatial journey defined by a meandering brass floor inlay and continuous ceiling light line. Spaces transition seamlessly from retail discovery to consultation and event areas, fostering connection and well-being. The design encourages exploration, promoting natural movement and comfort across the customer and workplace levels.
Team Members: Kenny Kinugasa-Tsui
Lorène Faure
Geng Tian
Joanne Lee
Phoebe Yeung
Zoe Yang
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Moooten Studio, BWL Taichung, 2025.
Optional Image #1: Photographer Moooten Studio, BWL Taichung, 2025.
Optional Image #2: Photographer Moooten Studio, BWL Taichung, 2025.
Optional Image #3: Photographer Moooten Studio, BWL Taichung, 2025.
Optional Image #4: Photographer Moooten Studio, BWL Taichung, 2025.