Everflow Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Tsev Nyob by Yi-Hsien Chiang

Everflow Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Tsev Nyob by Yi-Hsien Chiang 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

Everflow Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Tsev Nyob

by Yi-Hsien Chiang

Client: MI Studio

A' Design Award Hlau Winner in Sab Hauv Category

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The Design

About Everflow Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Tsev Nyob

Everflow yog ib qho kev tsim qauv sab hauv rau ib lub tsev nyob uas muaj li 76 square meters nyob rau Taiwan. Lub tsev no muaj peb chav pw, ib chav caij nyob thiab ib chav noj mov. Ib qho kev txiav ntxiv (diagonal) ntawm lub qhov rooj nkag ua rau pom dav dua ntawm chav tos qhua thiab npog cov khoom siv hluav taws xob thiab tej khoom tsis muaj chaw tso. Ib lub txee hlau uas nkhaus ua rau kev hloov mus rau thaj chaw sib txoos muaj kev mos muag dua. Lub rooj ua zaub mov hauv chav ua noj raug txuas nrog lub rooj noj mov los ntawm txuj ci txuas ntoo mortise-and-tenon, ua ib qho chaw nruab nrab rau kev ua noj thiab kev sib sau ua ke. Cov xim velvet uas tsis ci (matte) ntawm qab nthab txo qhov hnyav ntawm cov nqaj qis uas pom ntawm qhov muag.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Hlau

Everflow Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv 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. Everflow Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv 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. Everflow Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv 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: To resolve the overlap of the entrance and kitchen, the designer used diagonal cuts to visually expand the foyer, hiding appliances and clutter while ensuring smooth flow. A curved metal cabinet softened transitions, so the social area felt bright and open upon entry. The dining table and island were joined with mortise-and-tenon craftsmanship, merging preparation and dining into the heart of interaction. Centrally placed, the island preserved sightlines to the living room, allowing fluid movement and fostering togetherness.
Dimensions & Packaging: The space spans about 76 square meters, arranged with three bedrooms, a living room, and a dining room. Because the homeowner places a high value on social interaction and display, the designer devoted extra attention to the social area. The most striking feature is the relatively spacious kitchen island, which has become the core for family gatherings, interactions, and daily living. An L-shaped circulation path connects the living room to the dining area, with the island acting as a hub that seamlessly integrates the kitchen, dining, and living spaces into one fluid, dynamic area.
Tags: Natural lighting, curved design, kitchen island, diagonal cut, environmentally friendly materials, interactive, open plan
Production Technology: Materials include wavy and brushed metal panels, matte velvet paint, laminate flooring, and limited stone. Metal panels clad the foyer's curved surfaces and storage units, creating a luminous sheen. Matte velvet paint enriches the ceiling and TV wall with warmth and depth. Laminate flooring extends through living and dining areas, balancing durability with comfort underfoot. Select countertops feature stone accents, adding refinement and tactile contrast within the overall material palette.
Design Challenge: The main challenge lay in the low ceiling and dense beams. To reduce pressure, matte velvet paint was applied overhead, softening confinement. The diagonal cut between the foyer and kitchen required precise calculation to ensure smooth movement of furniture and appliances. The homeowner's preference for large figurines and unique artworks demanded generous display walls with depth. Balancing these needs with hidden storage, the design created practical solutions without adding visual burden, achieving harmony between function and aesthetics.
Research: At dawn, golden light streams through crafted sills, diffusing across curves and softening metal into gentle ripples. Rooted in the concept of 'transmitting light and shadow,' Everflow places sunlight at the heart, shifting in expression over time. Angled lines and soft lighting add layered depth, while curved metal cabinets ease transitions and open views. A palette of white, gray, beige-gold, and milky gray balances bright and dark tones, merging cherished objects with daily life, creating a home both practical and poetic.
Inspiration: At dawn, natural light bathes the home, filling every corner with warmth. Guided by the residents' preferences, the designer used diagonal lines and soft lighting to add depth and layers, shaping a narrative of 'transmitting light and shadow.' The design balances practicality with artistry, where movement reveals a flowing rhythm of brightness and energy. Sunlight becomes the protagonist, uniting cherished belongings with daily living. In celebration of this interplay, the home is aptly named Everflow, symbolizing an endless dialogue of light, space, and life.
Project Duration: The project finished in November 2024 in Taiwan.
Operation Flow: The homeowner admired the linear lighting, bright by day and softly glowing at night. The kitchen island merges with the dining table, making gatherings and family parties effortless, while the open area supports cooking, play, and conversation. A diagonal cut at the entrance expands the view yet preserves privacy, concealing clutter while offering visual openness. Thoughtful details in storage, lighting, and circulation create a home that balances practicality with warmth, ensuring comfort and ease in daily living.
Team Members: Yi-Hsien Chiang
Image Credits: MI Studio