Eclipse Igishushanyo cy'Imbere mu Nzu y'Icyicaro by AN.J Studio

Eclipse Igishushanyo cy'Imbere mu Nzu y'Icyicaro by AN.J Studio is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze in Igishushanyo cy'Imbere y'Inyubako Competition Category.

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Eclipse Igishushanyo cy'Imbere mu Nzu y'Icyicaro

by AN.J Studio

Client: AN.J Studio

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

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The Design

About Eclipse Igishushanyo cy'Imbere mu Nzu y'Icyicaro

Eclipse ni igishushanyo cy'imbere cy'inzu ifite amagorofa abiri, ifite ubuso bwa metero kare 95.8, iherereye muri Taiwan. Iyi nzu igizwe n'icyumba cyo kwakirana abashyitsi, icyumba cyo kuriramo ifunguro, ibyumba byo kuraramo bibiri n'ibyumba byo kwiyuhagirirwamo bibiri. Igitekerezo cy'iki gishushanyo cyakuwe ku bijyanye no kwirunda kw'izuba (total solar eclipse). Ikoreshwa ry'ibiti byijimye (dark wood veneer) ni ryo ryagenwe nk'ikoresho nyamukuru, naho itara ryunamye rigatuma habaho umucyo woroheje usa n'urunigi rw'umuzinga (halo effect). Amazu y'ibyuma yo kuzamukira hejuru ari iruhande rw'irembo yahinduwe uhereye ku biti byijimye kugera ku biti bifite amabara meza, ikirahure n'ipenti yera, bikagera ku idirishya. Urukuta rwa televiziyo ruzenguruka amadigiri 360, naho urukuta rwo hagati mu igikoni (kitchen island) rukagenda rukageraho gutura meza yo kuriraho, bigahuza igikoni, icyumba cyo kuriramo ifunguro n'icyumba cyo kwakirana abashyitsi.

The Recognition

About the Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze

Eclipse Igishushanyo cy'Imbere mu Nzu y'Icyicaro ni uwegukanye Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze, ishimwe ry'agaciro gakomeye ritangwa ku bishushanyo by'indashyikirwa birangwa no guhanga, ubwenge n'ubushishozi. Abegukanye Buronze ni ibihangano bifite ubuhanga bwinshi kandi bihanga cyane, bishimangira uburambe, ubwenge n'ubushobozi bw'ababihanze. Eclipse Igishushanyo cy'Imbere mu Nzu y'Icyicaro biteganyijwe ko izaba ikintu cyubahwa, gishimwa kandi gikundwa, gifite ubunyamwuga n'udushya. Iki gishushanyo cyegukanye Buronze gikoresha uburyo bwiza mu buhanzi, ubumenyi, ubushushanyo n'ikoranabuhanga kandi kirarenze mu gutaha ku tuntu duto. Eclipse Igishushanyo cy'Imbere mu Nzu y'Icyicaro ishimisha ibyo dukeneye, ikora ku byifuzo byacu, itwara amarangamutima yacu kandi ikurura amatsiko yacu.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The staircase to the left of the entrance is a focal point in the space. Designed to evoke the progression of dawn, the materials transition from dark wood veneer to warm wood grain, glass, and white paint, symbolizing light's path. The view culminates at a window, where daylight meets the eye. Another key feature is the dual-directional relationship between the kitchen island and the TV wall, which rotates 360 degrees to connect the space. The kitchen island links the kitchen, dining room, and living room, creating a cohesive flow throughout the home.
Dimensions & Packaging: The two-story, 20-year-old house is 95.8 square meters with a living room, a dining room, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The layout is significantly altered by relocating the kitchen to be closer to the living room. A rotating TV wall blurs the boundaries between the kitchen, dining room, and living room, enhancing the flow. The staircase is redirected, encouraging movement into the social area before leading upstairs, which fosters greater interaction among family members. The original kitchen is converted into an additional room.
Tags: Eclipse, Old House Remodeling, Light Design, Mobility, Sustainable Design, Dark Tone.
Production Technology: Materials: rock, fluorinated glass, wood veneer, eco-friendly water-based paint.
In the color scheme, the designers utilized dark wood veneer as the main color to create a sense of sophistication and elegance. The combination of linear lighting and ambient lighting formed a halo effect, reminiscent of a solar eclipse, adding depth and dimension to the space. The fluorinated glass above the staircase concealed the light fixtures while reflecting a soft glow, further enhancing the depth of field. Amid the interplay of light and shadow, one could almost sense the natural trajectory.
Design Challenge: The staircase was reconfigured, and all old pipelines were replaced to ensure the new design was seamlessly aligned with the existing structure. Adding new rooms and expanding the kitchen required precise positioning of the staircase to maximize space and maintain smooth circulation. With only 52.8 square meters per floor, creating functional rooms and a study without making the area feel cramped posed significant challenges. Additionally, the complexity of materials like fluorinated glass and stone required careful selection and installation, extending the construction timeline.
Research: The site is an old house, named 'Eclipse,' inspired by the visual effects of light, drawing from the phenomenon of a solar eclipse. The design encapsulates natural laws within the space. Dark wood veneer serves as the main color, complemented by linear lighting to create a solar eclipse halo effect. The staircase becomes a focal point, with layers of materials mirroring celestial phenomena. The 360-degree rotating TV wall connects the entire space, and the kitchen island extends into a sloped dining table, enhancing interaction. The design combines modern warmth, functionality, and aesthetics.
Inspiration: The site is a two-story old house. The project is based on the concept of a 'total solar eclipse'. Dark wood veneer is the main color, with liner lighting to create a solar eclipse glow. The theme is the light coming out from the darkness. Functionally, according to the owner's needs, the designers rearranged the kitchen circulation on the premise of creating a new room. The kitche4n island combined with the dining table design makes the space more spacious and practical. The project combines functionality and aesthetics to create a modern and cozy home.
Project Duration: The project finished in January 2024 in Taiwan.
Operation Flow: The homeowners were highly satisfied with the design, particularly appreciating the open-plan connection between the kitchen and dining area, which enhanced interaction and flexibility. The expanded kitchen offered more storage, meeting the family's daily cooking and organization needs. Whether in the kitchen, at the island, or around the dining table, family members could interact while engaging in different activities. The 360-degree rotating TV wall also contributed to the convenience of daily life, linking various functional areas and fostering a true sense of connection in the social spaces.
Team Members: Chia-Hsuan Chen, Wei-Jen Lin, Yu-Hsiang Huang
Image Credits: AN.J Studio