Layered Cohabitat 아파트 인테리어 디자인 by Ai Ling Hsieh

Layered Cohabitat 아파트 인테리어 디자인 by Ai Ling Hsieh is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 동상 in 인테리어 공간 및 전시 디자인 Competition Category.

동인테리어· 2026

Layered Cohabitat 아파트 인테리어 디자인

by Ai Ling Hsieh

Client: POC Design

A' Design Award 동상 Winner in 인테리어 Category

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The Design

About Layered Cohabitat 아파트 인테리어 디자인

레이어드 코해비타트(Layered Cohabitat)는 1인 거주자와 반려묘를 위해 설계된 46제곱미터 규모의 아파트 인테리어입니다. 높은 천장을 활용해 수직으로 공간을 확장하는 평면 구성을 통해 개방된 공간들을 연결하는 스킵플로어 동선을 만들어냈습니다. 상승하는 계단은 고양이를 위한 캣워크 벽을 형성하며, 보를 감싸 도는 통로로 이어집니다. 창가에 배치된 2단 로우 캐비닛은 수납 공간과 함께 휴식을 위한 자리를 제공합니다. 간결한 선, 부드러운 토프 톤, 미네랄 페인트와 목재는 고요한 숲속의 분위기를 자아냅니다. 칸막이벽을 제거하여 동향의 자연광이 실내로 유입되도록 했습니다.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 동상

Layered Cohabitat 아파트 인테리어 디자인, 이 작품은 A' Design Award 동상 수상작으로, 창의성, 독창성, 영민함으로 돋보이는 뛰어난 디자인에 수여되는 높은 권위의 인정입니다. 동상 수상작은 충분히 숙련되고 인상적으로 창의적인 작품으로, 디자이너의 폭넓은 경험, 상상력, 기지를 입증합니다. Layered Cohabitat 아파트 인테리어 디자인, 이 작품은 높이 평가받고 감탄과 사랑을 받는 사물로서 두드러지게 전문적이고 혁신적일 것으로 기대됩니다. 이 동상 수상 디자인은 예술, 과학, 디자인, 기술의 모범 사례를 담고 있으며 세부에 대한 주의로 훌륭합니다. Layered Cohabitat 아파트 인테리어 디자인, 이 작품은 필요를 훌륭하게 충족하고 욕망에 닿으며 감정을 매료하고 호기심을 불러일으킵니다.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Unlike the typical living form, this project provides an innovative solution that integrates everyday functionality while offering the cat an exclusive habitat without any sacrifice to the human's living experience. Exploring the new possibility and cohabitation within a compact space, the design aims for a flowy, effortless, and harmonious balance between the cat and the occupant. The master plan takes advantage of the high ceiling, expanding vertically to enhance movement.
Dimensions & Packaging: Construction area 46 square meter.
Tags: Eco-friendly, non-toxic material, compact space
Production Technology: By introducing varied vertical axes and conjoining open spaces, the design breaks away from a typical apartment layout, creating a split-level flow and spatial diversity. Backdrops are finished in mineral paint, offering a gentle, organic texture that pairs seamlessly with the cabinetry, open shelving, and pegboard wall system. Through the interplay of curves, clean lines, and cut-out form, this small-scale apartment transforms into a new living form where the cat and the human coexist in comfort.
Design Challenge: The apartment suffered from poor daylighting due to a partition wall blocking the east-facing orientation and the path of the rising sun. By removing the partition wall, the layout opens up, allowing the east-facing room to bring daylight into the interior spaces.
Research: All materials were applied with thoughtful consideration: LED lighting devices were used to save energy, and recycled-based paints were chosen for sustainability. Meanwhile, all materials were certified non-toxic and safe for both humans and animals. Durable surface materials were selected to reduce long-term maintenance costs.
Inspiration: Spanning less than 50 square meters, the apartment is tailored for a single woman and a cat. Reimaging the notion of walking into a forest, the interior space is holistically structured with clean lines and soft taupe palettes, complemented by wood materials. Light, color, and the texture interweave to evoke a clam, relaxing, carefree woodland ambiance. Especially, the mirror at the entrance enhances the visual spaciousness through reflection.
Project Duration: Tainan City
Operation Flow: A two-tier low cabinet by the window provides not only storage but also a cozy lounging spot for both occupants. Ascending steps build up a climbing wall for the cat, linking to a walkway that wraps around a beam, allowing light and air to freely flow through the space. The open shelving paired with the floating walkway helps define spatial boundaries through a lightweight design, avoiding any sense of visual clutter.
Patents: Copyrights belong to POC Design
Team Members: Ai Ling Hsieh
Image Credits: Kane Liou Photography