Tranquil Realm Te Hoahoa Rōpū o Roto mō te Kāinga Noho by Ian Tan

Tranquil Realm Te Hoahoa Rōpū o Roto mō te Kāinga Noho by Ian Tan 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

Tranquil Realm Te Hoahoa Rōpū o Roto mō te Kāinga Noho

by Ian Tan

A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Roto Whare Category

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The Design

About Tranquil Realm Te Hoahoa Rōpū o Roto mō te Kāinga Noho

Ko Tranquil Realm he hoahoa o roto mō tētahi whare noho e tata ana ki te 116 mita pūrua i te Tāone o Taipei. E toru ngā rūma moe, e rua ngā wāhi noho, e rua hoki ngā rūma horoi o te kāinga nei. Kua honoa te huinga tae pōuri ki te rākau parauri hōhonu, ki te kōhatu, me ngā whakaotinga whai kakano. Kua whakakotahitia te wāhi noho me te wāhi kai hei rohe tiritahi kotahi mā tētahi mahere kōpikopiko kua whakahoutia. Mā ngā tuanui kōpiko me ngā tapa kua whakangāwaritia e whakaheke ana ngā rohenga mokowā e kitea ana. Ka wehea te tomokanga e tētahi ārai karaihe whai kōawaawa, engari ka mau tonu te mārama o te tirohanga. He wāhi whakatā marino tā tēnei hoahoa hei oranga mai i te hoihoi o te tāone nui.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Parahi

Ko Tranquil Realm Te Hoahoa Rōpū o Roto mō te Kāinga Noho 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 Tranquil Realm Te Hoahoa Rōpū o Roto mō te Kāinga Noho 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 Tranquil Realm Te Hoahoa Rōpū o Roto mō te Kāinga Noho 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: To create a cocoon away from the neon, noisy hustle and bustle of the city, the abode features a calm and restrained dark-toned palette. Natural textures, such as deep brown wood, stone, and textured finishes, are employed to echo the homeowner’s pursuit of a refined quality of life. By reconfiguring the traffic flow and functionality, the living and dining areas are connected seamlessly, forming an expansive shared zone. Curved elements are introduced to soften spatial boundaries, lending a sense of visual continuity while fostering emotional connection among family members.
Dimensions & Packaging: The project features an interior area of approximately 116 square meters, accommodating three bedrooms, two living areas, and two bathrooms.
Tags: Dark-toned palette, Restraint, Visual transparency, Minimalist approach, Coating
Production Technology: Artistic coating, Imported thin porcelain tiles, Melamine board, Caesarstone, Reeded glass, Grey-tinted glass, Metal elements, Leather, Slatted panels, Magnetic track lighting, LED light strips, Large-format porcelain tiles, Wire-brushed natural wood veneer, Quartz stone
Design Challenge: The bedroom headboard draws inspiration from a skylight. By separating the wall and ceiling and integrating diffused lighting, the design visually extends the ceiling height while reducing any sense of compression. The walk-in closet features dual entrances, creating a smooth and efficient circulation flow thereby enhancing the functionality of the private quarters. The bathroom adopts a light gray palette, contrasting with the darker tones in the public areas and reinforcing a sense of privacy.
Research: The public areas are organized around a circular traffic flow, offering flexible movement routes and enhancing spatial fluidity. A feature wall anchors the living room and creates a statement with a wow factor. Open shelving and an electronic fireplace balance the heaviness of the dark palette. With stone as the backdrop, the dining sideboard with a mini bar can be practical for hosting gatherings or enjoying a casual evening at home.
Inspiration: Rather than presenting bold or ostentatious displays, this abode centers on the concept of “restraint.” Through the sharing and reconfiguration of functions, different spatial zones are woven into a unified narrative. The use of a dark-toned palette, curved lines, and the layers of refined materials creates a living environment that soothes the senses and provides a place for the mind to unwind.
Project Duration: The project is finished in October 2025 in Taipei City, Taiwan.
Operation Flow: The entryway is subtly divided by a fluted glass screen, serving as a gentle spatial buffer to achieve a good feng shui while preserving visual transparency. The public areas adopt a minimalist approach, with the main TV wall positioned at the center of the space, defining zones while offering easy viewing from all angles. Curved ceilings exude elegance and sophistication. In the living room, a framed ceiling with softened, curved edges defines the space. While in the dining area, a curved light membrane diffuses illumination, allowing light to spread evenly and maintain visual purity. The living room employs textured finishes to convey a sense of warmth, while stone patterns anchor the dining room, lending greater stability and balance to the overall composition.
Team Members: Ian Tan
Image Credits: Ian Tan