Living in the Clouds Igenamiterere ry'imbere y'inzu y'ubwiherero by Kirstin Fu-Ying Wang

Living in the Clouds Igenamiterere ry'imbere y'inzu y'ubwiherero by Kirstin Fu-Ying Wang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2022 Igihembo cya A' Design Award cy'icyuma in Igishushanyo cy'Imbere y'Inyubako Competition Category.

IcyumaImbere y'Inyubako· 2022

Living in the Clouds Igenamiterere ry'imbere y'inzu y'ubwiherero

by Kirstin Fu-Ying Wang

Client: Spaceblossom Interior Design

Igihembo cya A' Design Award cy'icyuma Winner in Imbere y'Inyubako Category

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The Design

About Living in the Clouds Igenamiterere ry'imbere y'inzu y'ubwiherero

Kubaho mu Bicu ni igenamiterere ry'imbere ry'inzu y'hejuru (penthouse) iherereye ku rwego rwa 32 muri Umujyi wa New Taipei, muri Taiwan. Iyi nzu ifite ubuso bwa metero kare 300 akenshi ikaba yikundiye kuzengurukwa n'igicu, kandi igenamiterere ryifashishije iyi mimerere y'ahantu ryifashishijwe amabara akomoka mu butaka akungahaye agatuma habaho ikirere gituje kandi gihamye. Amabuye, ibiti n'ibyuma byahujwe kugira ngo byongere ubujyakuzimu n'imiterere y'kamere. Ibikoresho by'imbere n'ibikoresho by'urumuri byifite ibara ry'ivu rishyushye bigatanga isura igezweho. Agace rusange guhuza icyumba cyo kuruhukira, igikoni gifite ikirwa (island kitchen) n'agace k'kurira, mu gihe ibyumba bitatu byo kuraramo bifite amadirishya manini yerekeza mu mujyi.

The Recognition

About the Igihembo cya A' Design Award cy'icyuma

Living in the Clouds Igenamiterere ry'imbere y'inzu y'ubwiherero ni uwegukanye Igihembo cya A' Design Award cy'icyuma, ishimwe ry'agaciro ritangwa ku bishushanyo byiza bihuza ibyo umwuga n'inganda bikeneye ku bihangano byashushanyijwe neza. Abegukanye icyuma bagaragaza ubuhanga bukomeye, ubumenyi bwihariye, imyumvire y'inzobere n'ubushobozi bwo guhanga bw'ababikoze. Living in the Clouds Igenamiterere ry'imbere y'inzu y'ubwiherero biteganyijwe ko izaba igihangano cyubahwa, gishimwa kandi gikundwa, gifatika kandi gifite udushya. Iki gishushanyo cyegukanye icyuma gihuza uburyo bwiza bukoreshwa mu nganda kandi gifite ibiranga bya tekiniki bifite ubushobozi, bifatanye n'ubumenyi n'impano. Living in the Clouds Igenamiterere ry'imbere y'inzu y'ubwiherero yubahwa kubera gukora neza, kandi yashushanyijwe kugira ngo inoze ubuzima, ifashe gutuma isi iba nziza.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The penthouse apartment is situated on level 32 overlooking Taipei city. The custom floor plan has a well thought out approach that encompasses daily living for one individual or an entire family, whilst allowing for the flexibility to entertain an intimate gathering or transformed for a large soiree. The earth-toned space is a primary theme throughout, with subtle changes to depth and the natural texture of stone, wood and metal stack the thickness of the field, which form a natural and vivid modern scenery. The warm grey-tone furniture and lighting fixtures gives a timeless and contemporary look and feel.
Dimensions & Packaging: Interior area is 300 square meter.
Tags: Modern, Simple, Luxurious, Residential Design, Timeless, Minimalist, Monochrome, Skyscraper, Contemporary, Residential Apartment
Production Technology: Rose gold titanium ion coated stainless steel frame mounting glass were selected for partition material in study and several sliding doors to create luxurious look and uniqueness in the space. Smart home lighting and control system was adopted for better connectivity and enhanced living experience.
Design Challenge: As it was a roughcast apartment ,the most challenging aspect of this project was initial space planning and fundamental works. The project scope including joinery detailing, carpentry, coordinating electrical and mechanical services for lighting and ventilation outlets, air conditioning, painting, a new kitchen and bathroom appliances installations, furniture selection and soft furnishings throughout.
Research: There were many challenging aspects on both the design and interior construction. The consultant team cooperated successfully with the builders and craftsmen to achieve the aesthetics from the original concept while maintaining practical functionality.
Inspiration: This luxurious penthouse apartment is situated in an elevated position of New Taipei City, Taiwan and overlooking the city. The location is often surrounded by fog, a dream-like state like living in the clouds. Inspired by this nature phenomenon, this design is takes inspiration from the rich and elegant earth tones, creating a noble and stable atmosphere. A thoughtful selection of colors and shades creates a unique spatial tension. The ingenious mix and match of different textures further stimulates the harmony of Zen. Living in this peaceful home is like meditating in the mountain that brings people stillness and relaxation in the midst of the obstacles in life.
Project Duration: The project started in February and finished in July, 2021 in New Taipei City, Taiwan .
Operation Flow: The public area is an open space including the living room, open-plan island kitchen and dining area. The Living room has large windows overlooking a vast and striking cityscape of Taipei. Entering the private area - the large master bedroom suite is situated at the rear of the apartment, with a glass door opening into a private and luxurious bathroom. There are two additional bedrooms with ensuite adjacent to the master bedroom. Every bedroom has large windows overlooking the city and providing ample nature light.
Patents: All copyrights reserved by Kirstin Fu-Ying Wang, 2021.
Team Members: Kirstin Fu-Ying Wang
Image Credits: Images by Kirstin Fu-Ying Wang