Eclipse Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Moralo wa Kahare ka Tlung ea Bolulo by AN.J Studio

Eclipse Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Moralo wa Kahare ka Tlung ea Bolulo by AN.J Studio is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award in Moralo wa Sebaka sa Ka Hare le Dipontsho Competition Category.

BoronseKa Hare· 2025

Eclipse Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Moralo wa Kahare ka Tlung ea Bolulo

by AN.J Studio

Client: AN.J Studio

Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award Winner in Ka Hare Category

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The Design

About Eclipse Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Moralo wa Kahare ka Tlung ea Bolulo

Mongolo oa Buka: Eclipse ke moralo oa ka hare oa ntlo e nang le mekato e mmeli e nang le sebaka sa lifiiti tse 95.8 tse nang le disekoere Taiwan. Ntlo ena e na le kamore ea bolulo, kamore ea lijo, likamore tsa boroko tse peli le likamore tsa hlapo tse peli. Mohopolo ona o nkuoa ho tsoa ho eclipse e felletseng ea letsatsi. Lekhaphetla la mahlaku la lefielo le lefifi ke sesebelisoa se ka sehloohong, 'me khanya e otlolohileng e theha phello e bonolo ea halo. Litepisi tse pel'a monyako li fetoha ho tloha ho lekhaphetla le lefifi ho ea ho mokhoa oa lehong o futhumetseng, khalase le pente e tšoeu, li qetella fensetere. Lebota la thelevishene le potoloha ka lihlopha tse 360, 'me sehlekehlekoana sa k'hichine se otlolohela tafoleng ea lijo, se hokahanya k'hichine, kamore ea lijo le kamore ea bolulo.

The Recognition

About the Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award

Eclipse Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Moralo wa Kahare ka Tlung ea Bolulo ke mohapi oa Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award, kananelo e hlomphehang haholo e fuoang meralo e ikhethang e tsejoang ka boqapi, bohlale ba ho qapa le bohlale. Bahapi ba Boronse ke lintho tse nang le bokhoni ka ho felletseng le boqapi bo hlollang tse tiisang boiphihlelo bo bongata, mohopolo le bokhoni ba ho iphumana ba baqapi ba tsona. Eclipse Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Moralo wa Kahare ka Tlung ea Bolulo e lebelletsoe ho ba ntho e hlomphuoang haholo, e ratoang le e ratehang, e nang le boprofeshenale bo bonahalang le mehopolo e mecha. Moralo ona o hapileng Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award o kenyelletsa mekhoa e metle ka ho fetesisa bonong, mahlaleng, moralong le theknolojing mme o hlahella ka ho tsepamisa maikutlo lintlheng tse nyenyane. Eclipse Mosebetsi wa Mantlha: Moralo wa Kahare ka Tlung ea Bolulo e kutloisisa litlhoko hantle, e ama litakatso, e hapa maikutlo mme e tsosa takatso ea ho tseba.

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