Ink Moon Te Hoahoa o Roto mō te Kāinga Noho by Yi Ching Lin

Ink Moon Te Hoahoa o Roto mō te Kāinga Noho by Yi Ching Lin is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Rino in Hoahoa Roto Whare me te Whakaaturanga Competition Category.

RinoRoto Whare· 2026

Ink Moon Te Hoahoa o Roto mō te Kāinga Noho

by Yi Ching Lin

Client: Nanowarm Design

A' Design Award Rino Winner in Roto Whare Category

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The Design

About Ink Moon Te Hoahoa o Roto mō te Kāinga Noho

He hoahoa o roto mō te kāinga noho a Ink Moon i Taipei, Taiwan, e tata ana ki te 110 mita pūrua te rahi. Ko te huinga tae pango, kiwikiwi, mā hoki e whakamaumahara ana ki ngā rerenga ngohengohe o te peita horoi mangumangu tuku iho. Ko ngā papa āhua kōhatu, ngā konganuku mātotoru me te konganuku kua whakakikoruatia ki te titanium, me te whakamarama autaki e pupuri ana i te wāhi pōuri kia ngohengohe tonu te tīaho. Kei te tomokanga tētahi kāpata ārai e whakakotahi ana i te aronga ā-kanohi me te wāhi rokiroki. Ko ngā taera papa tapaono e tohu ana i te whakawhitinga i waenga i ngā wāhi, ā, ko te tuanui rākau pōuri e pupuri ana i te rūma noho. Ko tētahi waeine whakaatu kōpiko kei muri i te hōpa e whakangāwari ana i ngā rauemi taumaha.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Rino

Ko Ink Moon Te Hoahoa o Roto mō te Kāinga Noho te toa o te A' Design Award Rino, he whakaaetanga whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa pai e whakatutuki ana i ngā hiahia ngaio me te ahumahi e tūmanakohia ana mai i ngā mahi kua hoahoatia pai. Ko ngā toa Rino e whakaatu ana i te pukenga nui, te tohungatanga teitei, te māramatanga mātanga me te kaha auaha o ō rātou kaihanga. E tūmanakohia ana ko Ink Moon Te Hoahoa o Roto mō te Kāinga Noho he mahi whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he whaihua, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Rino e whakakotahi ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa o te ahumahi, ā, he āhuatanga hangarau pūkenga tōna e hono ana ki te mōhio me te pūmanawa. E whakahonoretia ana a Ink Moon Te Hoahoa o Roto mō te Kāinga Noho mō tōna tōtika, ā, i hoahoatia hei whakapai ake i te kounga o te oranga me te āwhina i te ao kia pai ake.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The carefully selected palette of black, gray, and white unfolds a captivating visual rhythm, reminiscent of the subtle gradations seen in traditional ink wash painting. Additionally, the precise arrangement of stone textures, matte metals, and indirect lighting plays a vital role in ensuring that the ink toned space retains its soft luminosity while providing a sense of visual breathing room.
Dimensions & Packaging: The project is about 110 square meters.
Tags: Interior, Design, Residence, Modern, Style
Production Technology: The entryway is beautifully designed with a screen cabinet that serves as an inviting transitional focal point, seamlessly blending visual interest with practical storage. This space is enhanced by a striking arrangement of stone-textured panels and elegantly curved metal elements, which together create a delightful balance between privacy and openness.
Design Challenge: Notably, this artistic element resonates with the symbolism of the full moon, embodying a sense of satisfaction and harmony. As such, it emerges as the most compelling focal point in the entire space, capturing attention and enhancing the overall ambiance.
Research: Furthermore, the display storage unit positioned behind the sofa is crafted from rich dark stone and complemented by titanium plated metal, featuring gracefully curved openings. This design choice introduces soft lines that contrast beautifully with the substantial materials, alleviating the bulkiness often associated with heavy structures.
Inspiration: This residential project draws its inspiration from the profound depth of ink and the ethereal glow of moonlight found in Eastern aesthetics. By thoughtfully calibrating light within rich, dark materials, the design effectively addresses the fundamental need for stability and rhythm in urban living environments.
Project Duration: The project was finalized in August, 2025, in Taipei, Taiwan.
Operation Flow: Moreover, the floor is adorned with sophisticated hexagonal tiles in shades of black, white, and gray, which not only add depth to the aesthetic but also clearly delineate the transition between the interior and exterior spaces. As they move into the living room, visitors find a dark wood ceiling that acts as a stunning visual anchor, drawing the eye upward and adding warmth to the environment.
Patents: Copyrights belong to Nanowarm Design, 2026
Team Members: Designer: Yi Ching Lin
Image Credits: Nanowarm Design, 2026