The Realm of Graphite Moralo oa Ka Hare oa Bolulo by Li Han Yao

The Realm of Graphite Moralo oa Ka Hare oa Bolulo by Li Han Yao is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award in Moralo wa Sebaka sa Ka Hare le Dipontsho Competition Category.

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The Realm of Graphite Moralo oa Ka Hare oa Bolulo

by Li Han Yao

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

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The Design

About The Realm of Graphite Moralo oa Ka Hare oa Bolulo

Realm of Graphite ke moralo oa ka hare oa bolulo bakeng sa lehae la limithara tse lekanang tse 116 Toropong ea Taoyuan. Mebala e metšo, e boputsoa le e mesoeu e kopantsoe le mebala e futhumetseng ea lehong le likhabiso tsa lejoe. Moralo oa ho tsamaea o sebopeho sa sefapano o beha kamore ea bolulo le kamore ea lijo bohareng, ha likamore tsa ho robala li hlophisitsoe ho pota-pota moeli. Fatše la laminate la sebopeho sa herringbone, lintlha tse kobehileng le siling e sebopeho sa mokoallo li eketsa litšupiso tsa khale moralong oa sejoale-joale. Lehong le koahetseng le pata leballo le tlaase la moaho, 'me lipanele tse lefifi tsa lithupa tse nang le mamati a thellisang li etsa lebota la thelevishene.

The Recognition

About the Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award

The Realm of Graphite Moralo oa Ka Hare oa 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. The Realm of Graphite Moralo oa Ka Hare oa 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. The Realm of Graphite Moralo oa Ka Hare oa 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: Minimalism focuses on clean lines and simple forms, allowing for spatial clarity throughout the home. Anchored by a palette of black, gray, and white, the interiors feel both grounded and effortlessly sophisticated. Natural materials like warm wood hues and stone accents introduce the quiet beauty of nature, striking an elegant balance between rigidity and softness. At its center, the living room and dining room converge as a social hub, while the private quarters unfold outward, offering a deep sense of tranquility. This not only enhances the flow of natural light but also creates a clearer distinction between zones with different purposes, bringing clarity and harmony to the overall design.
Dimensions & Packaging: 116 square meters.
Tags: Modern aesthetic, Classical touches, Curves, Cross-shaped, Herringbone flooring
Production Technology: Paint-finished wood veneer, stone-pattern special coatings, large-format porcelain slabs, custom metalwork, custom-colored painted glass, small reeded glass, laminate herringbone flooring, system panels, engineered stone countertops, and lacquer finishes.
Design Challenge: Classical elements are woven into a modern design, allowing the two styles to coexist effortlessly. The herringbone flooring, the curved patterns on the kitchen sliding door, and the arched ceiling all nod to classical design. Reimagined through careful attention to proportion, scale, and material, these elements forgo ornate carvings to reveal a subtle classical essence. Whisper-soft textures flow effortlessly throughout the home, shaping a space that is both contemporary and cozy.
Research: The TV wall features dark slatted panels and sliding doors, elevating the visual impact of the feature wall while enhancing privacy. The wall behind the sofa is clad in wood to conceal the low structural beam. The contrast of light and dark tones acts as a visual spark, triggering interest and guiding the eye.
Inspiration: Drawing from the couple’s distinct tastes, the design marries his neat, modern aesthetic with her affinity for timeless, softly warmed classical touches. In essence, modern style defines the overall framework, while classical details are woven in subtly. Herringbone flooring is a classic style that stands the test of time, exuding effortless elegance. Complemented by graceful curves and arches, it oozes refinement and allows modern and classical elements to intertwine effortlessly.
Project Duration: The project was completed in July 2025 and is located in Zhongli District, Taoyuan City.
Operation Flow: With a cross-shaped traffic flow as the core, a horizontal axis extends from the entrance to the windows, creating long sight lines through the home. The perimeter-arranged bedrooms define the vertical axis, reinforcing a well-structured spatial hierarchy. At this intersection, the living room and dining room converge, forming a space for snuggling, talking, and connecting — a place for coziness and closeness.
Team Members: Yao Li Han
Image Credits: Perfect Design