Ls Twin Stars Nofoaga Talimalo by Up Town New Interior Design

Ls Twin Stars Nofoaga Talimalo by Up Town New Interior Design is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Apamemea in Mamanu Fausaga Fale Competition Category.

ApamemeaFausaga Fale· 2025

Ls Twin Stars Nofoaga Talimalo

by Up Town New Interior Design

Client: UP Town New Interior Design Company Limited

A' Design Award Apamemea Winner in Fausaga Fale Category

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The Design

About Ls Twin Stars Nofoaga Talimalo

O le Ls Twin Stars o se nofoaga talimalo na maeʻa i Taiwan ia Iuni 2024. O le mamanu e faavae i luga o le autu o le puipuiga o le fale. O foliga talipupuni faaputuputu e fausia ai le pito i luma ma tuu atu ai i le fale foliga o se olo. O pito i fafo e faaaogaina ai laupapa sima fulufulu laau faatasi ma ufiufi polyurethane fetuutuunai, lea e mafai ai ona faalautele ma faapipiisi i se siosiomaga mafuie. O le vali uamea e maua ai se foliga fetausiai i puipui i fafo. I totonu, o puipui piʻo o loʻo i ai le tasi tulaga ogatotonu e feololo mai i se nofoaga tutotonu o loʻo faaali ai faataitaiga. O le laupapa ma le maa manifinifi e fatuina ai se siosiomaga mafanafana ma mautu.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Apamemea

O le A' Design Award Apamemea na manumalo ai Ls Twin Stars Nofoaga Talimalo, o se faamaoniga matuā mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu ese e iloga i le fatufatuaʻi, le atamai ma le poto. O ē manumalo i le Apamemea o mea e iai le tomai atoa ma fatufatuaʻi mataʻina e faamaonia ai le poto masani tele, le mafaufau ma le atamai o tagata mamanu. E faamoemoeina Ls Twin Stars Nofoaga Talimalo e avea ma mea e vivii tele, ua pelepelea, e iloga i le tomai faapolofesa ma mea fou. O lenei mamanu na manumalo i le A' Design Award Apamemea e tuufaatasia ai faiga sili i le faatufugaga, saienisi, mamanu ma tekonolosi ma e sili ona lelei i le mataituina o mea itiiti. Ls Twin Stars Nofoaga Talimalo e faamalieina matagofie manaʻoga, pa i manaʻo, faalataina lagona ma faaosofia le fia iloa.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The first key feature is the shield-shaped facade, symbolizing 'home protection' as a fortress offering security. Materials like wood wool cement boards and flexible PU coatings prevent cracks from earthquakes and enhance texture. The ground floor features an open parking area, while the ceiling incorporates geometric shapes, adding depth. The second feature is the concentric wall inside, representing 'home as the center.' Radiating outward, the interior walls form layered partitions, highlighting stability, warmth, and the inclusive nature of the home.
Dimensions & Packaging: The first floor features a parking area, a model display area, and an accessible booth for visitors who may have difficulty going upstairs. This booth allows for comfortable discussions and displays viewing on the first floor. The model display area is designed with curved concentric walls, highlighting the project location, introducing the design team, and outlining future development plans. On the second floor, there's a discussion area, a show-home area, and a tea bar for relaxation and photos. The discussion area benefits from large east-facing windows, maximizing natural light for a bright and comfortable environment.
Tags: Fortress, Shield, Eco-freendly Building Materials, Fire Safety, Geometry, Visual Impact.
Production Technology: The exterior features wood wool cement boards paired with flexible PU coatings, allowing for structural expansion and contraction. The outer walls are coated with metal lacquer, creating a semi-reflective finish that shimmers subtly in sunlight, adding a modern, striking touch. Inside, wood veneer is used extensively, providing a warm and tactile feel that enhances the home's comfort. Stone veneer complements the design, reinforcing stability and security, balancing the overall atmosphere, and creating a harmonious blend of softness and strength.
Design Challenge: To ensure stability, especially for the second-floor reception area above the parking lot, architects implemented a steel structure system. Secondary beams were added beneath the main beams to distribute structural pressure, effectively mitigating vibrations and earthquake impacts. Additionally, in response to stricter regulations, this project became the first reception center in New Taipei City to fully comply with official fire safety standards. The fire protection systems were fully integrated, meeting the same requirements as permanent buildings, ensuring safety and compliance.
Research: The project is a reception center designed around the core concept of 'home protection.' The shield-shaped exterior and meticulous interior planning combine strength and warmth. Layered shield shapes symbolize the solid defense of a home, while semi-reflective materials and linear lighting create a striking visual effect. The facade materials, such as wood wool cement boards and flexible PU coatings, enhance stability in a seismic environment. Inside, the design radiates outward from the central model area, symbolizing home as the center and its connection to the surrounding environment.
Inspiration: The reception center is the first gateway for potential buyers, making the initial impression crucial. The project centers around the theme of 'home protection.' Geometric shield shapes are layered on the exterior, symbolizing the solid defense of a family. From a distance, the sleek shield forms resemble a fortress. The combination of semi-reflective materials and linear lighting on the facade not only creates a visually striking effect but also conveys a silent sense of protection, instilling a sense of trust in visitors about their future homes.
Project Duration: The project finished in June 2024 in Taiwan.
Operation Flow: The reception center's design is highly recognizable, featuring a striking shield-shaped facade and bold volume that make it a local landmark. It has become a reference case for industry professionals. Visitors immediately feel a warm, relaxed atmosphere upon entering, with wood textures, greenery, and soft natural light creating a sense of openness and ease. Unlike traditionally luxurious and rigid designs, this center offers an approachable and welcoming environment, showcasing the success of a soft and thoughtful design approach.
Team Members: Chia-Pin Tai, Yu-Wei Chu, Yu-Hsien Chou
Image Credits: UP Town New Interior Design Company Limited