Slow Bakery Kapangidwe ka Mkati mwa Malo Ogulitsira by Jing Ting Wu is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award in Mapangidwe a Mkati mwa Nyumba ndi Mawonekedwe Competition Category.
SilivaMkati· 2025
Slow Bakery Kapangidwe ka Mkati mwa Malo Ogulitsira
by Jing Ting Wu
Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award Winner in Mkati Category
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The Design
About Slow Bakery Kapangidwe ka Mkati mwa Malo Ogulitsira
Slow Bakery ndi malo ogulitsira buledi omwe anapangidwa mkati mwa malo omwe kale anali garaja ku Magong, m'chigawo cha Penghu, Taiwan. Mitundu ya mitengo yachilengedwe ndi konkire wokhala ndi kansalu wapadera zimapatsa malowa maonekedwe ofunda komanso aukatswiri. Chitseko cholowera chamatabwa chopangidwa ngati mkate, chokhala ndi chogwirira chamkuwa, chikuwonetsa chizindikiro cha kampaniyo. Kauntala ya terrazzo ndi makoma a pegboard zimawonjezera ntchito ndi kakonzedwe kabwino. Matabwa ogwiritsidwanso ntchito ndi mapanelo a veneer zimathandizira kusamalira chilengedwe. Kukonza mosamala kwa malo kumathandiza kuyenda bwino kwa makasitomala ndi ukhondo, ndipo mkati monse mukuwonetsa kudzipereka pa luso lophika buledi.
The Recognition
About the Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award
Slow Bakery Kapangidwe ka Mkati mwa Malo Ogulitsira ndi mmodzi mwa opambana a Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award, kuzindikirika kolemekezeka modabwitsa komwe kumaperekedwa kwa mapangidwe a pamwamba, okongola ndi ochititsa chidwi. Opambana a Siliva ndi ntchito zowala kwambiri ndi zolenga kwambiri zomwe zimaonetsa ukatswiri, luso ndi nzeru zakuthwa za opanga awo. Slow Bakery Kapangidwe ka Mkati mwa Malo Ogulitsira akuyembekezeka kukhala ntchito yodabwitsa yoonetsedwa, yaukatswiri wapadera ndi yatsopano kwambiri. Mapangidwe opambana Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award awa ndi chopangidwa chodziwika kwambiri ndi choyamikiridwa chomwe chimapindulitsa ndi kukulitsa malire a luso, sayansi, kapangidwe ndi ukadaulo. Slow Bakery Kapangidwe ka Mkati mwa Malo Ogulitsira ndi cholengedwa chomwe anthu ambiri amachichitira nsanje, chomwe chimadzutsa zilakolako, kubweretsa maganizo abwino ndi kuyatsa kudabwa ndi chidwi.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Slow Bakery is a warm, modern space transformed from the owner’s garage. Natural wood tones and textured concrete create an inviting yet professional ambiance. The bread shaped wooden door and brass handle reflect the brand’s identity, while a terrazzo counter and pegboard walls add function and style. Thoughtful spatial planning enhances customer flow and hygiene. Every detail embodies the owner’s passion for artisanal baking, sustainability, and his deep connection to his hometown.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Precise technical planning and detailed CAD drawings informed the project. Custom elements were scaled for optimal spatial flow, exemplified by the bread inspired door and ergonomic counters. Furniture and fixtures were dimensioned to ensure fluid circulation and functionality. Sustainable materials and modular fabrication techniques were employed to balance aesthetic appeal, structural integrity, and environmental responsibility.
- Tags
- Bakery Design, Bakery Interior, Interior Design, Retail Store Design, spatial planning, commercial space design, Retail space design, showroom Design, showcase design
- Production Technology
- Slow Bakery was realized through precise spatial planning and expert craftsmanship. Overcoming the constraints of a former garage, the design integrates sustainable materials reclaimed wood, veneer panels, terrazzo countertops, and textured concrete finishes. Modern production techniques combined with traditional methods ensured accurate dimensions and material cohesion. Innovative detailing, including the bread inspired door, reinforces the brand identity and technical excellence.
- Design Challenge
- The greatest creative challenge was transforming a constrained, repurposed garage into a vibrant, functional bakery that honors local heritage. Internally, capturing the owner’s dream and cultural narrative required innovative spatial planning and material selection. Externally, navigating strict building codes, production limitations, and technology constraints pushed us to blend historical context with modern design solutions, ensuring both functionality and aesthetic appeal.
- Inspiration
- The owner, a skilled baker, pursued his dream of returning home to open a bakery after years in Taipei’s hotel industry. Inspired by his journey, the design embodies craftsmanship and nostalgia. The bread shaped entrance symbolizes his passion, while reclaimed materials reinforce sustainability. The space blends tradition with modernity, inviting customers to experience the warmth of home and dedication to artisanal baking.
- Project Duration
- The project commenced in June 2022 in Magong, Penghu County, Taiwan and was completed on September 15, 2022. Over a focused period of more than three months, a former garage was transformed into Slow Bakery an adaptive reuse project that blends modern design with local heritage, showcasing the owner's passion and artisanal spirit.
- Operation Flow
- Slow Bakery’s design creates an inviting, easy to navigate experience. The standout bread inspired door welcomes customers and guides them into a naturally flowing space. Inside, well-placed displays and counters allow for effortless browsing and smooth transactions. Clear sightlines and intuitive touchpoints ensure that every interaction feels warm, efficient, and enjoyable.
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