The Art Of Community Wāhi Tūmatanui by Da Yi Construction and Development

The Art Of Community Wāhi Tūmatanui by Da Yi Construction and Development 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

The Art Of Community Wāhi Tūmatanui

by Da Yi Construction and Development

Client: Da-Yi Construction & Development

A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Roto Whare Category

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The Design

About The Art Of Community Wāhi Tūmatanui

Ko The Art of Community he hoahoa wāhi tūmatanui i roto i tētahi whanaketanga nohonoho i te Tāone o Taichung, Taiwan. Kei roto i ngā wāhi tiritahi he rūma whakatau e ono mita te teitei e tuwhera atu ana ki tētahi marae kua whakatōkia ki te tipu, he ara toi me tētahi kīhini noho. Mā ngā matapihi karaihe e 3.3 mita te teitei e kawe mai te māramatanga taiao me te rere o te hau ki roto. Kua honoa te raima māmā me te rākau mahana, ā, ka whakakapia ngā koki mārō e ngā ānau māmā o te taiao, e tino kitea ana i te hanganga rākau kōpiko o te whare pukapuka. I tangohia te kaute ōkawa o te rūma whakatau kia rere tōtika ai te huarahi ki te marae, kia whakatenatena hoki i te whakawhitiwhiti kōrero i waenga i ngā kainoho.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Parahi

Ko The Art Of Community Wāhi Tūmatanui 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 The Art Of Community Wāhi Tūmatanui 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 The Art Of Community Wāhi Tūmatanui 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: This design transforms residential living into an art-infused community. It features a 6-meter lobby opening to a lush courtyard, an Art Corridor, and a Living Kitchen. Soft curves, organic forms, and expansive 3.3-meter glazing create a seamless, light-filled environment. It's a holistic ecosystem fostering connection and creativity, redefining modern family living beyond mere accommodation.
Tags: public space, lobby
Production Technology: Guided by biophilic principles, the design methodology focused on dissolving the barrier between indoors and out. This was achieved through a 6-meter-high lobby and expansive 3.3-meter glazing, maximizing natural light and airflow. The material palette intentionally blends minimalist concrete with warm wood to craft a sophisticated yet gentle atmosphere. A key technique was favoring soft, organic curves over hard angles, most prominent in the library's unique curved wooden architecture.
Design Challenge: The primary creative challenge was translating the abstract concept of community into tangible architectural form. The design had to actively encourage social interaction, not just provide amenities. The key obstacle was overcoming traditional design barriers; removing the formal lobby counter and creating a seamless flow to the central courtyard were crucial decisions. Realizing the project's signature organic forms and soft curves also posed a significant construction challenge, requiring precision to achieve the desired welcoming atmosphere.
Inspiration: Inspired by the human-centric and biophilic principles of WOHA architects, the motive was to create a true community, not just housing. The design fosters a holistic lifestyle for young families by weaving art, nature, and shared experiences into daily life. This approach seeks to elevate residential living by creating an ecosystem where human connection can flourish through shared spaces like the Art Corridor and Living Kitchen, crafting a lifestyle rooted in aesthetic appreciation.
Project Duration: 2025 in Taichung City, Taiwan
Patents: DA-YI CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT
Team Members: DA-YI CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT
Image Credits: DA-YI CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT