Light Reborn Calihtic Tlachihchiualiztli ipan Chantli by Yi Hsuan Chen is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Mahuizolli A' Design Award Tepoztli in Callitic Tlacauhtli ihuan Tlanextilizpan Tlachihchihualiztli Competition Category.
TepoztliCallitic· 2026
Light Reborn Calihtic Tlachihchiualiztli ipan Chantli
Client: YunLi Spatial Aesthetics Co., Ltd.
Mahuizolli A' Design Award Tepoztli Winner in Callitic Category
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About Light Reborn Calihtic Tlachihchiualiztli ipan Chantli
Light Reborn ce calihtic tlachihchiualiztli ipan ce chantli tlen quipia 105 metros cuadrados ihtic ce calli tlen ye quipia 33 xihuitl. Inin yancuic tlachihchiualiztli quichihua ce chantli tlahuilo, tequitini ihuan cualli tlanamictilli campa cualli nemiliztli. Huehueyi ventanahtin tlen ehua tlalchi hasta tlacpac ihuan tlen omoquixti cequi tepamitl quicahuiliah ma calaqui tonaltlahuilli hasta campa hueca. Ce cocina tlen achi tlapohtoc ihuan campa tlacualoyan quinsentilia in hueyi nemiloyan. Cuahuitl tlen amo tlachihchiuhtli ipani, tepoztli tetl tlachializtli ihuan tlapalhuiliztli tlen quitlacaitta in tlalticpactli quichihuah ce tlamantli material tlen miec tlamantli quipia. Cajones tlen ehua hasta tlacpac ihuan tlamantli tlen miec tequitl quichihua quitemacah campa motlaliz tlamantli nochi sentetl ihuan noihqui mocahua chipahuac tlachializtli.
The Recognition
About the Mahuizolli A' Design Award Tepoztli
Light Reborn Calihtic Tlachihchiualiztli ipan Chantli ca in quicuic in Mahuizolli A' Design Award Tepoztli, tlamahuizoliztli tlen momaca in cualli dizayno in quitlalia in tlen monequi ipan tequitl ihuan tlachihualiztli in quimaca in cualli tlachihualli. In quicuicah Tepoztli quinextia in hueyi tlamatiliztli, toltecayotl ihuan ihuelitiliztli intlachihuanime. Ca quinequi in Light Reborn Calihtic Tlachihchiualiztli ipan Chantli ca tlazohtli, mahuiztic, yancuic ihuan motequiuhtia. Ni dizayno in quicuic Tepoztli quihuelitia in tlamatiliztli ihuan quipia chicahualiztli tlen tepoztli. Light Reborn Calihtic Tlachihchiualiztli ipan Chantli quicualtia in nemiliztli ihuan quihuelitia in cemanahuac ica cualli.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- This renovation transforms a 33-year-old residence into a bright, functional, and aesthetically balanced home. Key features include floor-to-ceiling windows, layered natural materials, integrated storage solutions, semi-open kitchen-dining connections, and thoughtful lighting, achieving harmony between usability, visual clarity, and modern spatial expression.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Total area: 105 square meters. Living room features floor-to-ceiling windows for maximum light. Kitchen-dining area uses semi-open layout with white baked-enamel cabinets and stone countertops. Bedrooms incorporate marble veneer and wooden wall finishes. Bathroom utilizes dry-wet separation with stone-veined tiles and wood cabinetry. Storage includes full-height system cabinets and multifunctional furniture.
- Tags
- Residential Renovation, Old House Transformation, Integrated Storage, Natural Materials, Sustainable Design, Light Optimization, Semi-Open Layout, Functional Aesthetics, Spatial Harmony, Contemporary Interior
- Production Technology
- The project applies natural wood veneer, stone-grained tiles, and eco-friendly coatings. Mineral-based paints and wear-resistant floors enhance durability. Technically, partition demolition, furniture repositioning, integrated storage, and concealed utility systems optimize light penetration, usability, and maintain visual clarity across compact spaces.
- Design Challenge
- Key challenges were limited natural light, complex utility lines, and compact space. Solutions included partial wall removal, overhauling electrical/HVAC systems, and integrating full-height storage. Balancing functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability within a constrained, aged structure required careful planning and technical precision.
- Research
- Research Type: Residential renovation study. Objectives: Improve light, usability, and aesthetics in a 33-year-old home. Methodology: Spatial analysis, light study, material evaluation. Tools: CAD, 3D modeling, material samples. Participants: Homeowners and design team. Results: Enhanced light penetration, functional layout, sustainable material use. Insights: Old residences can be revitalized efficiently, improving comfort and environmental impact.
- Inspiration
- The design is inspired by the concept of "rebirth of an old residence," translating accumulated memories and daily life warmth into spatial stories. By using natural materials and leveraging light interactions, the space expresses unique atmospheres at different times of day and across seasons, allowing dynamic charm to emerge continuously.
- Project Duration
- The project started in January 2025 and finished in June 2025 in Taiwan, China.
- Operation Flow
- The layout promotes smooth circulation by connecting living, dining, and kitchen areas. Furniture positioning and partial wall removal allow natural light to reach deep spaces. Full-height and multifunctional storage adapts to users' needs while maintaining visual consistency. Spaces transform seamlessly for daily living, social interaction, and flexible usage.
- Image Credits
- Image #1: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.
Image #2: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.
Image #3: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.
Image #4: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.
Image #5: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.
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