Veins of Stone Ụlọ Obibi by Shan Chin Lee

Veins of Stone Ụlọ Obibi by Shan Chin Lee is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Ọlaọcha in Nhazi Ime Ụlọ na Ngosipụta Competition Category.

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Veins of Stone Ụlọ Obibi

by Shan Chin Lee

Client: PU Zhen Interior Design

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

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The Design

About Veins of Stone Ụlọ Obibi

Ụlọ obibi a na-atụgharị echiche ọhụrụ maka ibi ndụ okomoko nke oge a site na ịhọpụta ihe nke ọma na ịdọrọ oghere doro anya. N'ịgbasa gburugburu agwaetiti mabul a kpụrụ akpụ, nhazi a na-eme ka nkume mara mma, ihe ịchọ mma ọla, na ahụ ihe dị ụtọ jikọọ ọnụ. Windo ndị dị ogologo zuru ezu na-egosipụta ọmarịcha ọdịdị okike, na-akpọbata odida obodo na ìhè n'ime ihe ndị a na-eme kwa ụbọchị. Usoro amamihe kọmputa a haziri ahazi n'ụlọ ahụ niile, ebe nchekwa zoro ezo, na ihe ngosi a họpụtara nke ọma na-eme ka ọrụ na ịma mma dịkwuo mma, na-emepụta mmekọrịta jikọrọ ọnụ n'etiti ọrụ aka ọka, teknụzụ, na gburugburu ebe obibi.

The Recognition

About the Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Ọlaọcha

Veins of Stone Ụlọ Obibi meriri A' Design Award nke Ọlaọcha, nnabata dị oke ugwu e nyere design ndị dị n'ọkwa kachasị elu, mara mma ma na-eju anya. Ndị meriri na Ọlaọcha bụ ọrụ na-egbu maramara nke ukwuu ma dị oke nzụlite nke na-egosi ọmarịcha ihe ọmụma, talent na nghọta nke ndị designer ha. A na-atụ anya na Veins of Stone Ụlọ Obibi ga-abụ ọrụ dị ịtụnanya, ihe nlereanya, nke dị oke ọrụ ma dị omimi n'ihe ọhụrụ. Design a meriri A' Design Award nke Ọlaọcha bụ ihe e mepụtara dị oke ịrịba ama, nke a na-eto nke na-erite uru ma na-ebuga oke nka, sayensị, design na teknụzụ n'ihu. Veins of Stone Ụlọ Obibi bụ ihe e kere eke ọtụtụ ndị na-ekwo ekworo ya nke na-akpali ọchịchọ, na-eweta mmetụta ọma ma na-akpali ịtụnanya.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: This design transforms a long abandoned shell into a refined modern residence deeply connected to its natural surroundings. The marble island anchors the entire space with art alike presence. Full height windows frame the creek and forest view as living scenery. Smart systems and hidden structures enable seamless operation. Custom illuminated storage and precision material integration elevate the home beyond typical residential design.
Dimensions & Packaging: The project spans one hundred sixty five square meters, planned with three bedrooms, two living areas, and a kitchen. Luxurious layers are crafted with metal, glass, and premium brands. Bathrooms feature stainless steel cabinets for durability, moisture resistance, and recyclability, aligning with circular economy principles. Eco certified wood reduces formaldehyde emissions for healthier living. Smart systems manage lighting and air conditioning for energy efficiency. The island base includes glass display cabinets with frosted stainless steel framing and concealed lighting.
Tags: Beitou residence, marble island, boutique living, smart home system, luxury interior, circular economy, sustainable materials, stainless steel cabinetry, illuminated display, open plan design
Production Technology: The design focuses on precise material articulation and refines spatial flow. Natural marble was carefully selected and mockup tested six times to achieve the ideal grain alignment. Stainless steel cabinetry, low iron glass, and brushed metal finishes were integrated for durability and texture. A 150 cm motorized entrance door was custom engineered to balance weight and smooth operation. Smart systems were fully embedded to synchronize lighting, climate, and sound.
Design Challenge: The greatest challenge became a key achievement. The large, motorized door required custom engineering to balance weight and motion. Smart system integration involved dense wiring, demanding careful planning to ensure stability and maintenance access. Material coordination, especially marble alignment, pushed production precision. These challenges strengthened collaboration and elevated both design and technical execution.
Research: The study explored material precision, proportion, and smart integration to balance aesthetics and function. Methods included six marble mockup tests, lighting simulations, and system trials. Data came from onsite prototyping with material and system teams. Results optimized stone alignment, lighting, and controls. Insights strengthened design execution, offering replicable strategies for luxury residential projects and enhancing industry standards.
Inspiration: Returning from overseas, the client envisioned a home that anchors new beginnings while reflecting personal identity. The design stemmed from a marble selection rich in dark hues and metallic sheen, its bold patterns flowing like a painting. This choice sets the tone for a refined living environment where material, emotion, and the surrounding landscape merge into a cohesive spatial experience.
Project Duration: The project is located in Beitou, Taiwan. The design development commenced in June 2023 and was completed in January 2025.
Operation Flow: The master suite frames nature through full height windows, with a cushioned bay inviting quiet retreat. A concealed door leads to a boutique style dressing room, where warm tones and glass panels create a curated display of textures and light. The corridor evolves into a refined feature wall, integrating dark cabinetry and glowing shelves. Light traces the material grains, blending function and elegance into a seamless daily ritual.
Patents: Puchen Interior Design Co., Ltd.
Image Credits: Puchen Interior Design Co., Ltd.