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The Realm of Graphite Design interior rezidențial by Li Han Yao

The Realm of Graphite Design interior rezidențial by Li Han Yao is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award de Bronz in Design Interior Competition Category.


BronzInterior· 2026

The Realm of Graphite Design interior rezidențial

by Li Han Yao

A' Design Award de Bronz Winner in Interior Category

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The Design

About The Realm of Graphite Design interior rezidențial

Realm of Graphite este un proiect de design interior rezidențial pentru o locuință de 116 metri pătrați din orașul Taoyuan. O paletă de negru, gri și alb este combinată cu tonuri calde de lemn și accente de piatră. Un plan de circulație în formă de cruce plasează livingul și sufrageria în centru, în timp ce dormitoarele sunt dispuse pe perimetru. Pardoseala laminată cu montaj în chevron (herringbone), detaliile curbate și tavanul arcuit adaugă referințe clasice unui cadru modern. Placarea din lemn ascunde o grindă structurală joasă, iar panourile întunecate din lamele cu uși glisante formează peretele pentru televizor.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award de Bronz

The Realm of Graphite Design interior rezidențial a câștigat A' Design Award de Bronz, o recunoaștere extrem de prestigioasă acordată designurilor remarcabile care se disting prin creativitate, ingeniozitate și istețime. Câștigătorii Bronzului sunt artefacte din plin pricepute și izbitor de creative, care atestă experiența vastă, imaginația și resursele designerilor lor. Se așteaptă ca The Realm of Graphite Design interior rezidențial să fie un obiect foarte apreciat, admirat și prețuit, remarcabil de profesionist și inovator. Acest design câștigător al A' Design Award de Bronz încorporează cele mai bune practici din artă, știință, design și tehnologie și este excelent prin atenția la detalii. The Realm of Graphite Design interior rezidențial satisface splendid nevoile, atinge dorințele, vrăjește sentimentele și stârnește curiozitatea.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties
Minimalism focuses on clean lines and simple forms, allowing for spatial clarity throughout the home. Anchored by a palette of black, gray, and white, the interiors feel both grounded and effortlessly sophisticated. Natural materials like warm wood hues and stone accents introduce the quiet beauty of nature, striking an elegant balance between rigidity and softness. At its center, the living room and dining room converge as a social hub, while the private quarters unfold outward, offering a deep sense of tranquility. This not only enhances the flow of natural light but also creates a clearer distinction between zones with different purposes, bringing clarity and harmony to the overall design.
Dimensions & Packaging
116 square meters.
Tags
Modern aesthetic, Classical touches, Curves, Cross-shaped, Herringbone flooring
Production Technology
Paint-finished wood veneer, stone-pattern special coatings, large-format porcelain slabs, custom metalwork, custom-colored painted glass, small reeded glass, laminate herringbone flooring, system panels, engineered stone countertops, and lacquer finishes.
Design Challenge
Classical elements are woven into a modern design, allowing the two styles to coexist effortlessly. The herringbone flooring, the curved patterns on the kitchen sliding door, and the arched ceiling all nod to classical design. Reimagined through careful attention to proportion, scale, and material, these elements forgo ornate carvings to reveal a subtle classical essence. Whisper-soft textures flow effortlessly throughout the home, shaping a space that is both contemporary and cozy.
Research
The TV wall features dark slatted panels and sliding doors, elevating the visual impact of the feature wall while enhancing privacy. The wall behind the sofa is clad in wood to conceal the low structural beam. The contrast of light and dark tones acts as a visual spark, triggering interest and guiding the eye.
Inspiration
Drawing from the couple’s distinct tastes, the design marries his neat, modern aesthetic with her affinity for timeless, softly warmed classical touches. In essence, modern style defines the overall framework, while classical details are woven in subtly. Herringbone flooring is a classic style that stands the test of time, exuding effortless elegance. Complemented by graceful curves and arches, it oozes refinement and allows modern and classical elements to intertwine effortlessly.
Project Duration
The project was completed in July 2025 and is located in Zhongli District, Taoyuan City.
Operation Flow
With a cross-shaped traffic flow as the core, a horizontal axis extends from the entrance to the windows, creating long sight lines through the home. The perimeter-arranged bedrooms define the vertical axis, reinforcing a well-structured spatial hierarchy. At this intersection, the living room and dining room converge, forming a space for snuggling, talking, and connecting — a place for coziness and closeness.
Team Members
Yao Li Han
Image Credits
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