Trust Lighting Totonu o le Potu Faʻaaliga Moli by Hui Mei Chang and Jeng Song Lue

Trust Lighting Totonu o le Potu Faʻaaliga Moli by Hui Mei Chang and Jeng Song Lue is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Apamemea in Fa'aaliga Fefa'ataua'iga Competition Category.

ApamemeaFa'aaliga Fefa'ataua'iga· 2026

Trust Lighting Totonu o le Potu Faʻaaliga Moli

by Hui Mei Chang and Jeng Song Lue

Client: Trust Lighting

A' Design Award Apamemea Winner in Fa'aaliga Fefa'ataua'iga Category

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The Design

About Trust Lighting Totonu o le Potu Faʻaaliga Moli

O le Trust Lighting o se potu faʻaaliga i totonu na mamanuina mo moli faʻapipiʻi mai Europa. O le mamanu e faʻaaogaina le avanoa avanoa ina ia avea moli taʻitasi ma faʻamoemoega manino e vaʻaia ai. O le faʻavae paʻepaʻe e faʻafeagai ma le faletua uliuli e fausia ai se tulaga faʻatauvaʻa mo le malamalama. O suiga o le faletua e faʻatapulaʻaina i vaega e manaʻomia ai moli faʻapipiʻi i totonu ma moli faʻasolo faʻamaneta, ae o paipa faʻaalia e faʻatulagaina i totonu o fausaga truss. O pupuni faʻavasega fetuutuunaʻi e taʻitaʻia ai le gaoioiga a tagata asiasi. O pa faʻasaga tutu uliuli e faʻafouina ai fafo o se fale ua matua i totonu o se tala o le tupe faʻatapulaʻaina. O le avanoa e tusa ma le 258 sikuea mita.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Apamemea

O le A' Design Award Apamemea na manumalo ai Trust Lighting Totonu o le Potu Faʻaaliga Moli, 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 Trust Lighting Totonu o le Potu Faʻaaliga Moli 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. Trust Lighting Totonu o le Potu Faʻaaliga Moli 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: This interior design project presents an elegant showroom dedicated to European imported lighting fixtures, artfully centered around the concept of creating negative space for the products. This thoughtful approach ensures that each lighting fixture stands out, becoming a captivating focal point within the environment. Moreover, the design confronts the challenges posed by an aging building, as well as budget constraints, by incorporating striking dark vertical grilles on the exterior.
Dimensions & Packaging: The project was about 258 square meters.
Tags: Interior, Design, Exhibit, Lighting, Product
Production Technology: This interplay of colors and spaces not only provides ample breathing room for the fixtures but also invites visitors to fully appreciate their artistry and craftsmanship. Overall, the space serves as a stunning showcase that elevates the beauty and function of lighting design. The showroom design masterfully addresses the challenge presented by the extensive piping in the historic building while simultaneously cultivating a natural and organic aesthetic.
Design Challenge: Moreover, the modular display strategy optimally presents these fixtures within distinct visual frames, thereby truly embodying the concept of negative space. The design not only highlights the beauty of each piece but also enhances the overall experience for every guest, inviting them to engage with the artistry in a meaningful way. Sustainability is intricately woven into every aspect of the design process, creating a harmonious blend of functionality and environmental responsibility.
Research: Each lighting unit, in turn, showcases a captivating variety of applications. From minimalist circular linear lights to exquisite art lamps crafted from precious metals, and even geometric wall sconces that create mesmerizing patterns of light and shadow, each piece tells its own story of craftsmanship and creativity. This carefully curated display vividly demonstrates the depth of form and luminescence in every fixture, allowing each piece to bask in its own spotlight.
Inspiration: This feature not only enhances the building aesthetic but also establishes an iconic urban presence. Transitioning to the interior, one will notice that the design boasts a pristine white base that harmoniously contrasts with a dark ceiling, crafting a minimalist stage that amplifies the impact of each lighting fixture.
Project Duration: The project was finalized in Taichung, Taiwan in December, 2017.
Operation Flow: To begin with, ceiling modifications are strategically implemented only in areas requiring recessed lights and magnetic track lighting, thereby preserving the integrity of the space. In contrast, the other exposed piping is thoughtfully organized through truss structures, ensuring that functionality seamlessly harmonizes with the industrial aesthetic. As visitors navigate through the space, their flow is elegantly directed along flexible partition screens.
Patents: Copyrights belong to Trust Lighting, 2026
Team Members: Designer: Hui Mei Chang
Designer: Jeng Song Lue
Image Credits: Trust Lighting, 2026