Urban Serenity Lub Hom Phiaj: Chav Tsev Nyob by Xiyao Wang

Urban Serenity Lub Hom Phiaj: Chav Tsev Nyob by Xiyao Wang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Hlau in Tsim Chav Sab Hauv thiab Kev Nthuav Qhia Competition Category.

HlauSab Hauv· 2026

Urban Serenity Lub Hom Phiaj: Chav Tsev Nyob

by Xiyao Wang

Client: Extended Play Lab

A' Design Award Hlau Winner in Sab Hauv Category

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The Design

About Urban Serenity Lub Hom Phiaj: Chav Tsev Nyob

Cov Ntawv: Urban Serenity txhais dua txog kev nyob hauv nroog los ntawm kev sib xyaw ua ke ntawm txoj kev zoo nkauj thiab kev hloov tau yooj yim. Cov qauv tsim no tawg tshwm los ntawm nws txoj kev sib txuas cov chav tsev ua tshiab, ntxiv qhov teeb ci ntuj tso thiab kev sib txuas ntawm qhov muag pom, thaum tseem tuav tau lawv tus yam ntxwv tshwj xeeb los ntawm cov xim uas tau xav zoo. Cov yam tseem ceeb ntawm cov qauv tsim muaj xws li ib qhov chaw bar nyob nruab nrab uas siv tau ntau yam, cov qauv chav tsev uas tau tsim raws li tus kheev, thiab kev ntws sib haum uas txhawb tau ob qho kev sib raug zoo thiab kev sib koom ua ke, tsim ib lub tsev uas hloov tau raws li ntau yam kev nyob sib txawv.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Hlau

Urban Serenity Lub Hom Phiaj: Chav Tsev Nyob yog tus yeej ntawm A' Design Award Hlau, ib qho kev lees paub muaj meej mom uas muab rau cov qauv tsim zoo uas ua tau raws li cov kev xav tau ntawm kev ua haujlwm thiab kev lag luam uas xav tau los ntawm cov khoom tsim zoo. Cov neeg yeej Hlau qhia txog kev txawj loj, kev paub tshwj xeeb siab, kev nkag siab ntawm cov kws tshaj lij thiab lub peev xwm tsim ntawm cov neeg tsim. Urban Serenity Lub Hom Phiaj: Chav Tsev Nyob xav tias yuav yog ib qho khoom tsim uas neeg hwm, qhuas thiab hlub uas siv tau thiab tsim tshiab. Cov qauv tsim yeej A' Design Award Hlau no sib xyaw cov kev coj ua zoo tshaj plaws ntawm kev lag luam thiab muaj cov yam ntxwv siv tshuab txawj ntse txuas nrog kev paub thiab txuj ci. Urban Serenity Lub Hom Phiaj: Chav Tsev Nyob tau txais kev hwm vim nws tag nrho thiab tsim los muab kev txhim kho rau lub neej uas pab ua rau lub ntiaj teb zoo dua.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Urban Serenity redefines urban living by seamlessly blending elegance with adaptability. The design stands out for its innovative integration of spaces, enhancing natural light and visual connections while maintaining distinct identities through thoughtful color schemes. Key features include a versatile central bar area, personalized room layouts, and a harmonious flow that supports both intimate and social functions, creating a home that adapts to diverse living scenarios.
Dimensions & Packaging: The apartment area is 160 square meters.
Tags: Interior Design, Apartment Design, Modern Living, Minimalist, Abstract
Production Technology: The design of Urban Serenity utilized a blend of traditional and innovative techniques. We began by reimagining the apartment's spatial layout, breaking down barriers to enhance natural light and connectivity. The project employed precise spatial analysis to optimize room functions, using materials like warm-toned wood and soft textiles to create a cohesive atmosphere. Collaborative discussions with the homeowner guided the selection of lighting, furniture, and finishes, ensuring a tailored and refined result.
Design Challenge: The hardest part of designing Urban Serenity was creatively balancing openness with privacy. The challenge lay in reconfiguring the layout to enhance natural light and social connectivity while preserving intimate spaces. Historical and social contexts influenced our approach, as we sought to honor traditional Chinese spatial harmony. Limited space and structural constraints required innovative use of materials and technology to achieve a fluid, adaptable environment that meets modern urban needs.
Research: We conducted qualitative research focused on enhancing urban living. The objective was to create a space that blends warmth with functionality. We used spatial analysis, interviews with the homeowner, and observational studies to gather insights. Tools included 3D modeling and material sampling. The results showed a need for adaptable spaces with natural light, leading to a design that enhances well-being, fosters social interaction, and elevates urban residential standards.
Inspiration: The inspiration for Urban Serenity came from a desire to blend urban sophistication with a deeply personal, warm living environment. We aimed to create a space that not only reflects the dynamic energy of Lujiazui but also serves as a serene retreat. The design draws from the idea of fluidity in living spaces, allowing for versatility and adaptability while maintaining a sense of intimacy and connection with the surrounding urban landscape.
Project Duration: The project started in 2020 in Shanghai, and finished in 2022. The project was severly delayed due to covid lockdown.
Operation Flow: The design transforms traditional apartment layouts by integrating spaces to enhance connectivity and interaction. By removing a key wall, we redefined the communal areas, allowing natural light to flood the living room and study, creating a continuous visual connection with the surrounding urban and natural landscapes. The central bar, dining, and living spaces are unified, encouraging fluid movement and interaction while maintaining distinct identities through contrasting color palettes.
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Rex Zou. Image #2: Designer Qiu Jin. Image #3: Project Manager Sitan Yi.