Moon Spills Te Hoahoa Rōpū o Roto mō te Kāinga by Wei-Cheng Chen

Moon Spills Te Hoahoa Rōpū o Roto mō te Kāinga by Wei-Cheng Chen is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Parahi in Hoahoa Roto Whare me te Whakaaturanga Competition Category.

ParahiRoto Whare· 2026

Moon Spills Te Hoahoa Rōpū o Roto mō te Kāinga

by Wei-Cheng Chen

Client: Makoto Interior Decoration Co., Ltd.

A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Roto Whare Category

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The Design

About Moon Spills Te Hoahoa Rōpū o Roto mō te Kāinga

Ko Moon Spills he hoahoa o roto mō te kāinga i hangaia mā te whakakotahi i ngā wāhanga noho motuhake e rua. Ka toro te roto ki te 382.4 mita pūrua, ā, e toru ngā rūma moe me ngā rūma horoi e toru. Mā te tuanui kōpiko i te wāhi noho e whakangāwari te pou me te kurupae hanganga nui. I te tomokanga, he rama porotaka i whakaaweawetia e te matapihi tuanui e whakamaumahara ana ki te marama, ā, ka whiua ngā atarangi neke. Kua whakarārangihia ngā kūaha huna ki te pakitara pouaka whakaata kia mā ai te tomokanga. Ka whakakotahi te huinga tae i te kirikiwi, te rākau waranata me te mā me te kōura rōhi ngāwari, ā, mā te kiri rākau kua parahia, te raima hoahoanga me te konganuku e tāpiri ai te kakano.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Parahi

Ko Moon Spills Te Hoahoa Rōpū o Roto mō te Kāinga te toa o te A' Design Award Parahi, he whakaaetanga tino whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa kōeke e tohua ana mā te auaha, te mahi mōhio me te whakaaro hōhonu. Ko ngā toa Parahi he mahi pukenga e rite ana, he auaha mīharo, e whakatūturu ana i te wheako nui, te whakaaro me te mōhio-ā-ringa o ā rātou kaihoahoa. E tūmanakohia ana ko Moon Spills Te Hoahoa Rōpū o Roto mō te Kāinga he taonga whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he ngaio, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Parahi e whakauru ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa i te toi, te pūtaiao, te hoahoa me te hangarau, ā, he tino mīharo ki ngā taipitopito. Ka whakatutuki a Moon Spills Te Hoahoa Rōpū o Roto mō te Kāinga i ngā hiahia, ka pā ki ngā hiahia, ka whakaoho i ngā kare-ā-roto, ā, ka kume i te pākiki.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The project highlights the interplay of curves and light, especially in the ceiling design. A large structural beam in the living area was transformed into a feature by incorporating an arched ceiling that flows like dusk sky hues, reducing visual heaviness. The entryway extends this design with a moonlike skylight-inspired light casting shifting shadows. The curved forms reflect the 'round heavens and square earth' philosophy, balancing structure and serenity, offering returning residents a poetic sense of warmth, peace, and homecoming.
Dimensions & Packaging: The interior spans about 382.4 square meters with three bedrooms and three bathrooms. During renovation, the layout was strategically reconfigured for better functionality. Architectural constraints prevented the removal of partition walls, so the designer optimized circulation to ensure a seamless spatial flow across the merged units. At the entryway, two addresses were unified using a hidden door, creating a cleaner look. A hidden door also conceals the children's room, enhancing visual and functional continuity.
Tags: Curved Design, Flowing Light and Shadows, Natural Lighting, Moon
Production Technology: This project features a soft, neutral palette of beige, walnut wood, and white, accented with subtle rose gold for a minimalist yet refined modern look. Materials such as brushed wood veneer, architectural concrete, and metal add depth and texture. Warm-toned honeycomb shades complement the wood elements, creating a cozy, serene ambiance. The overall effect is a calm and elegant space that balances visual warmth with contemporary simplicity, offering a peaceful environment for everyday living.
Design Challenge: Formed by merging two units, the space faced structural limitations from immovable utility shafts and walls. A major challenge was a large beam and column in the living room, which created strong visual pressure. The designer resolved this by incorporating a curved ceiling design that softens the obstruction while preserving the structure. At the entryway, bedroom doors on both sides disrupted visual flow. Hidden doors were added and aligned with the TV wall to create a clean, cohesive entrance with improved aesthetics and functionality.
Research: The space merges two residential units, with fixed structural walls that initially posed design challenges. Inspired by the moon, the designer transformed these constraints into a poetic spatial rhythm. Curves throughout the space evoke the passage of time, allowing light and shadow to flow gently. The arched ceiling in the living room symbolizes celestial cycles, while a round light in the dining area echoes the moon motif. A skylight-inspired entry ceiling furthers this theme, creating a calm, ever-shifting ambiance.
Inspiration: The designer sought to bring the spiritual essence of the moon indoors, using soft lighting and curves to evoke the calm of nightfall. Uniquely, the site merges two separate residential units, but the central partition wall, an immovable structural constraint, posed a challenge. The space achieves visual and emotional unity through careful spatial planning, material choices, and lighting design. Warm wood tones and gentle shifts in light and shadow create a tranquil rhythm, echoing the quiet elegance of moonlight.
Project Duration: The project finished in September 2024 in Taiwan.
Operation Flow: The homeowner, a tech industry professional, had high standards for both functionality and design. Although the construction was delayed by the pandemic, the final result exceeded expectations, offering a space that is both refined and comfortable. A highlight is the curved ceiling in the living room, which softens the presence of an original beam and column, evoking a luxurious hotel ambiance. The children’s bedroom includes a custom playroom, an engaging, personalized area that quickly became a family favorite.
Team Members: Wei-Cheng Chen
Image Credits: Makoto Interior Decoration Co., Ltd.