Tranquil Mist Ọrụ Bụ Isi: Nhazi Ime Ụlọ Obibi by Chien Hwan Wang

Tranquil Mist Ọrụ Bụ Isi: Nhazi Ime Ụlọ Obibi by Chien Hwan Wang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Igwe in Nhazi Ime Ụlọ na Ngosipụta Competition Category.

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Tranquil Mist Ọrụ Bụ Isi: Nhazi Ime Ụlọ Obibi

by Chien Hwan Wang

Client: CHIENHWAN associates

Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Igwe Winner in Ime Ụlọ Category

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The Design

About Tranquil Mist Ọrụ Bụ Isi: Nhazi Ime Ụlọ Obibi

Ederede Akwụkwọ: Tranquil Mist bụ nhazi ime ụlọ obibi maka apartment nke 92.5 square mita dị na Taiwan, e mepụtara ya maka di na nwunye ndị alaghachiri ezumike nká. Egburugburu (curves) ka etinyere n'ime mgbidi na uko elu ụlọ n'ọtụtụ kwesịrị ekwesị. Ọkụ plaster ndị a haziri na-eso egburugburu nke uko elu ụlọ ma na-emepụta usoro anya na-agafeghị agafe. Ọkụ ndị e tinyere n'ime mgbidi (recessed lighting) na-eweta ìhè ma belata oke a na-ahụ anya. Emegharịrị usoro izizi nke ime ụlọ nke nwere ime ụlọ anọ, ebe mkpuchi uwe (closets) na-akpaghachi okirikiri gafere ime ụlọ ndina abụọ nke onye isi (master bedrooms), nke enwere ike imeghe ma ọ bụ kewapụ dịka mkpa si dị. Agba blu, isi awọ na ọcha nwere obere ntụgharị agba (low saturation) na-emepụta ọnọdụ dị jụụ ma na-enye izu ike.

The Recognition

About the Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Igwe

Tranquil Mist Ọrụ Bụ Isi: Nhazi Ime Ụlọ Obibi meriri A' Design Award nke Igwe, nnabata dị ugwu e nyere design ndị dị mma nke na-emezu ihe ndị a chọrọ n'ọrụ na ụlọ ọrụ nke a na-atụ anya n'ihe e kere eke ndị e mere nke ọma. Ndị meriri na Igwe na-egosi nka buru ibu, ọkachamara dị elu, nghọta ọkachamara na ikike imepụta nke ndị kere ha. A na-atụ anya na Tranquil Mist Ọrụ Bụ Isi: Nhazi Ime Ụlọ Obibi ga-abụ ihe e kere eke a na-asọpụrụ nke ukwuu, a na-eto na a hụrụ n'anya nke bụ ihe bara uru ma dị ọhụrụ. Design a meriri A' Design Award nke Igwe na-ejikọta ụzọ kacha mma nke ụlọ ọrụ ma nwee àgwà teknụzụ kwesịrị ekwesị jikọtara na ihe ọmụma na talent. A na-asọpụrụ Tranquil Mist Ọrụ Bụ Isi: Nhazi Ime Ụlọ Obibi maka nlezianya ya ma e mere ya ka ọ nye mmeziwanye ndụ nke na-enyere aka ime ka ụwa bụrụ ebe ka mma.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The designer installed plaster lamps to complement the ceiling's curves. These stalactite-like fixtures break from traditional formats, creating a seamless visual flow. Curves are thoughtfully integrated into the walls and ceilings in balanced proportions. Combined with recessed lighting, they enhance natural brightness and create a boundary-free effect. The expanded view mirrors the lush greenery outside. Horizontally and vertically extending curves subtly modify ceiling beams, minimizing height differences and ensuring smooth spatial transitions.
Dimensions & Packaging: The site is a 92.5 square meters new apartment. It was originally four rooms. The space is fully adjusted except for the toilet and kitchen which are fixed in position. In terms of circulation planning, key changes include the double master bedroom. The designer utilized closets to create a loop-like circulation to separate the sleeping areas. The two seniors can choose to open or separate their private spaces as needed to support their independent and uninterrupted lifestyles. The 'master bedroom with separate beds' is a perfect fit for the couple's lifestyle.
Tags: Retirement, new apartment, accessible space, open plan, dual master bedrooms, light tone, rounded, clouds and mists in the mountains.
Production Technology: Materials: Mamo stone, braided carpet, curved molding boards, crossroad bricks, glass tiles, environmentally friendly water-based latex paint, rattan weaving, tiles, KD panels.
The color scheme is pure. Low saturation blues with gray and white create neutrality and comfort. The pastel color scheme is designed to satisfy the elderly's desire for aesthetic sophistication. Avoiding overly bright or eye-catching colors ensures that the entire space looks and feels relaxing.
Design Challenge: The main difficulty was to achieve a balance between functionality and aesthetics within the limited space. The original layout was a four-room, which needed to be drastically reorganized to adapt to the living needs of the occupants. In particular, the fixed location of the toilet and kitchen restricted the adjustment of other areas. The designer referred to the example of Japanese senior housing to create the most flexible layout. In addition, sufficient open space to achieve good lighting and ventilation, which posed an additional challenge in terms of circulation and planning.
Research: The project, 'Tranquil Mist,' is designed to create a tranquil and healing atmosphere, much like distant mountains. Designed for a retired couple, the space incorporates curves and smooth lines to soften sharp edges, symbolizing harmony and continuity in life. These fluid shapes resemble clouds and waves, casting dynamic light and shadows that echo the natural landscape outside. The design fosters a deep connection with nature, offering a serene retreat where the couple can embrace the peaceful rhythm of retirement.
Inspiration: The owners are a retired couple. As their life experience becomes abundant, they have different thinking about the positioning of their home. The designer used natural and fluid elements, such as curves, to create an atmosphere of slowness and simplicity. Many curved walls serve as a medium for sight. The project emphasizes circulation and layout adjustments to meet the lifestyle and schedule of the elderly, ensuring comfort and functionality.
Project Duration: The project finished in March 2024 in Taiwan.
Operation Flow: The residents are highly satisfied with the remodeled space. They particularly appreciate the circulation plan and the fact that the double master bedroom gives them more freedom to choose between open and isolated private areas without interfering with each other. At 70 years old, they are at the age of free choice. They dare to pursue and express what they want. The cozy color scheme and quiet living space are both beautiful and practical, allowing them to start their retirement life.
Team Members: Chien-Hwan Wang
Image Credits: CHIENHWAN associates