The Cross Te Hoahoa o Roto mō te Whare Kawhe by Arthur Li

The Cross Te Hoahoa o Roto mō te Whare Kawhe by Arthur Li 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 Cross Te Hoahoa o Roto mō te Whare Kawhe

by Arthur Li

Client: EDGE DESIGN INC. Taipei

A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Roto Whare Category

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The Design

About The Cross Te Hoahoa o Roto mō te Whare Kawhe

Ko The Cross he whare kawhe me tētahi wāhi ahurea kei tētahi papa raro i Taiwan. Nā te hoahoa i huri tētahi wāhi pōuriuri he iti nei te māramatanga taiao hei wāhi huihui ora e 1200 mita pūrua te rahi. Ka horapa ngā pakitara pāpāho LED tae katoa ki ngā mata o roto, ā, ka tautoko i ngā wheako ataata pāhekoheko. Kua hangaia te kaunta pā ki ngā pereki karaihe me ngā rama LED ka taea te whakarite ā-hōtaka. Mā te tira kore waikura me te kapinga whakaata ka whakaitihia te taumaha ā-kanohi o ngā kurupae me ngā pou hanganga. Mā te whakatakotoranga tuwhera me te wehewehenga ngāwari e manaaki ai ngā whakaaturanga, ngā puoro mataora me ngā kaupapa hapori.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Parahi

Ko The Cross Te Hoahoa o Roto mō te Whare Kawhe 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 Cross Te Hoahoa o Roto mō te Whare Kawhe 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 Cross Te Hoahoa o Roto mō te Whare Kawhe 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 project is a hybrid cultural venue that blends cafe operations with multimedia, cultural, and artistic elements. It stands out with its integration of interactive led media walls, exposed ceiling finishes, and a bar counter made of glass bricks with programmable LED lighting. The space encourages community engagement and serves as a dynamic gathering point for exhibitions, live music, and AI-related content.
Dimensions & Packaging: The space covers an area of 1200 square meters. The design incorporates a range of materials, including tiles, marble, aluminum grilles, stainless steel, artificial stone, stained oak veneer, mirrors, and glass bricks. The full-color Led media walls span across the interior surfaces, with ceiling finishes combining exposed sprayed finishes and diamond-shaped colored light strips.
Tags: Cafe, Multimedia, LED Media Walls, Cultural Venue, Hybrid Space, Interactive Design, Glass Bricks, Sustainable Design, Modern Aesthetic, Community Engagement
Production Technology: The design utilized advanced materials such as led media walls and glass bricks for the bar counter. The led walls were employed to create a dynamic multimedia environment, while glass bricks were chosen for their versatility in the bar counter. Stainless steel cladding was used to reduce the visual heaviness of structural beams and columns. These materials were selected for their aesthetic value and their ability to meet the project's technological and structural demands.
Design Challenge: The greatest challenge was the transformation of a dim, underutilized basement space into a vibrant, multi-functional cultural hub. The design had to address the lack of natural light while preserving the building's structural integrity. External factors, such as existing piping systems and large structural beams, required innovative design solutions, like using stainless steel and mirrored cladding to enhance spatial perception.
Research: This project focused on transforming a dim basement into a vibrant cultural venue using multimedia elements like LED walls. The research aimed to enhance the space's visual impact and community engagement. Design trials and expert consultations were conducted, leading to a successful integration of technology, which revitalized the space and fostered a dynamic cultural atmosphere.
Inspiration: The inspiration stemmed from the challenge of transforming a basement with limited natural light into a lively cultural space. The concept focused on creating an immersive environment through interactive led media walls and dynamic lighting, effectively bringing the space to life with technology and vibrant visual energy.
Project Duration: The project started in October 2024 and finished in August 2025 in Taiwan, China.
Operation Flow: The space is designed for flexible zoning and multi-functional use. The LED media walls allow for interactive visual experiences, while the open-plan layout facilitates a seamless flow between various activities. The bar counter, with its programmable LED lighting, serves as a focal point, creating a dynamic space for social interaction, exhibitions, and performances.
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Commercial Space, The Cross, 2025.
Image #2: Photographer Commercial Space, The Cross, 2025.
Image #3: Photographer Commercial Space, The Cross, 2025.
Image #4: Photographer Commercial Space, The Cross, 2025.
Image #5: Photographer Commercial Space, The Cross, 2025.