Ebb and Flow Kev Tsim Sab Hauv Vaj Tse Nyob by Michael Tu

Ebb and Flow Kev Tsim Sab Hauv Vaj Tse Nyob by Michael Tu is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Nyiaj in Tsim Chav Sab Hauv thiab Kev Nthuav Qhia Competition Category.

NyiajSab Hauv· 2025

Ebb and Flow Kev Tsim Sab Hauv Vaj Tse Nyob

by Michael Tu

Client: Farglory Group

A' Design Award Nyiaj Winner in Sab Hauv Category

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The Design

About Ebb and Flow Kev Tsim Sab Hauv Vaj Tse Nyob

Ebb thiab Flow yog ib qho kev tsim sab hauv vaj tse nyob uas tsim los tshawb nrhiav qhov sib koom ua ke ntawm kev zoo nkauj ntawm ntug dej hiav txwv thiab cov qauv hauv nroog. Kev npaj qhov chaw siv cov khoov mos thiab cov khoom siv txheej los qhia txog kev ntws ntawm nthwv dej, thaum tseem khaws kev faib cheeb tsam ua haujlwm. Qhov sib txawv ntawm cov xim tawv tob, cov khoom tiav alabaster, thiab cov ntsiab lus plated titanium pab qhia qhov tob pom kev thiab kev txav me me. Cov phab ntsa duab puab thiab cov npoo xav txog lub teeb raug muab tso kom evoke lub ci ntsa iab ntawm dej, ua kom zoo dua qhov kev paub dhau los ntawm ib puag ncig.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Nyiaj

Ebb and Flow Kev Tsim Sab Hauv Vaj Tse Nyob yog tus yeej ntawm A' Design Award Nyiaj, ib qho kev lees paub muaj meej mom heev tshaj li qub uas muab rau cov qauv tsim qib siab, zoo nkauj thiab ua rau neeg xav tsis thoob. Cov neeg yeej Nyiaj yog cov haujlwm ci ntsa iab heev thiab tsim tshiab heev uas qhia txog kev paub, kev txawj ntse thiab kev ntse ntawm cov kws tsim qauv. Ebb and Flow Kev Tsim Sab Hauv Vaj Tse Nyob xav tias yuav yog ib qho haujlwm zoo kawg nkaus uas tsim rau qhia, tshaj lij heev thiab tsim tshiab tob. Cov qauv tsim yeej A' Design Award Nyiaj no yog ib qho khoom tsim uas pom tseeb heev thiab neeg qhuas uas pab tau thiab nthuav dav ciam teb ntawm kev kos duab, kev tshawb fawb, kev tsim qauv thiab thev naus laus zis. Ebb and Flow Kev Tsim Sab Hauv Vaj Tse Nyob yog ib qho khoom tsim uas neeg coob xav tau, uas ua rau xav, coj kev xav zoo thiab ua rau xav tsis thoob thiab xav paub.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Ebb and Flow reinterprets luxury living by harmonizing maritime serenity with contemporary sophistication. The design’s fluid spatial composition mirrors the organic movement of waves, creating a seamless interplay between form, light, and materiality. Contrasting rich textures, reflective metallic accents, and sculptural forms evoke a sense of depth and motion, transforming the space into an immersive and elegantly curated living experience.
Dimensions & Packaging: The project spans 185 ping (approx. 611 square meters), featuring an open-plan layout that enhances spatial fluidity and natural light integration. Carefully selected materials include deep-toned leather, natural stone, and titanium-plated accents, designed to create depth and contrast. Advanced lighting calculations ensure seamless illumination transitions, while precision-crafted architectural forms enhance movement and spatial harmony.
Tags: Modern Residential Design, Art-Inspired Interiors, Luxury Interior, Kaohsiung Interior Design, Maritime Aesthetics
Production Technology: The living room and master bedroom feature wall is meticulously crafted from CNC-milled solid timber, undergoing a multi-layered skim coating process with sequential hand sanding and micro-polishing to achieve an impeccably smooth matte alabaster finish. This high-precision application ensures uniformity while eliminating surface imperfections.

The dining area’s bespoke architectural paneling integrates recessed, indirect LED cove lighting, engineered through advanced photometric analysis to ensure seamless diffusion and eliminate visible light sources, achieving a sculptural interplay of form and illumination.
Design Challenge: The greatest challenge was transforming fluid spatial concepts into tangible design while balancing contemporary urban aesthetics with oceanic symbolism. Internally, extensive research on architectural history and spatial dynamics was needed to refine curved forms for an immersive experience. Externally, CNC-milled wave panels required precise engineering, using 3D scanning, digital modeling, and advanced fabrication techniques to ensure seamless integration and structural integrity.
Research: This project used applied design research to explore how spatial flow and materiality affect perception in luxury living. The goal was to create a space that feels both fluid and calm. Using site analysis, case studies, and light-behavior simulations, we gathered data through 3D modeling and mock-ups. Collaborating with designers, artisans, and future residents, we developed custom prototypes, including on-site hand-applied fabric panels and titanium-plated finishes. These handcrafted elements enhanced emotional comfort and spatial depth, showing how bespoke detailing can elevate luxury and enrich the human experience in real-life environments.
Inspiration: Inspired by Kaohsiung, Taiwan’s seamless convergence of ocean and city, this design reflects the fluid rhythm of coastal landscapes while embracing the sophistication of contemporary urban living. Nestled along the edge of Kaohsiung Harbor, the space translates maritime tranquility into a refined interior experience. By integrating architectural deconstruction, layered materials, and organic movement, the design fosters a seamless dialogue between nature, light, and spatial harmony, elevating luxury living into an immersive art form.
Project Duration: The project started in December 2022 in Kaohsiung and finished in December 2023 near the Kaohsiung Harbor, where the ebb and flow of the tides meet the vibrant pulse of the city. Embraced by mountains, the sea, and the urban skyline, the residence offers a sweeping panorama that seamlessly blends the serenity of nature with the dynamic energy of modern life.
Operation Flow: Surrounded by mountains, the sea, rivers, the harbor, and the city skyline, Ebb and Flow offers a breathtaking panorama where nature and urban energy converge. Positioned in an international port city, its expansive interiors echo the fluidity of the ocean, seamlessly blending contemporary artistry with architectural form. Thoughtfully layered materials and dynamic compositions create a space that feels organic yet refined, where overlapping textures and shifting perspectives reflect the natural rhythm of the landscape.
Patents: Copyrights belong to CHING TZE TU, 2025.
Team Members: Designer: YING DI
Creative Director: CHING TZE TU
Image Credits: Image #1: Creator Michael Tu, Ebb and Flow Project, 2024.
Image #2: Creator Michael Tu, Ebb and Flow Project, 2024.
Image #3: Creator Michael Tu, Ebb and Flow Project, 2024.
Image #4: Creator Michael Tu, Ebb and Flow Project, 2024.