Eclipse Uyilo lwangaphakathi lwendlu yokuhlala by AN.J Studio

Eclipse Uyilo lwangaphakathi lwendlu yokuhlala by AN.J Studio is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Ibhaso Lebhronzi le-A' Design Award in Uyilo lweNdawo yangaPhakathi kunye noMboniso Competition Category.

IbhronziIngaphakathi· 2025

Eclipse Uyilo lwangaphakathi lwendlu yokuhlala

by AN.J Studio

Client: AN.J Studio

Ibhaso Lebhronzi le-A' Design Award Winner in Ingaphakathi Category

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The Design

About Eclipse Uyilo lwangaphakathi lwendlu yokuhlala

I-Eclipse luyilo lwangaphakathi lwendlu enemigangatho emibini enobungakanani beemitha ezisisikwere ezingama-95.8 e-Taiwan. Le ndlu inegumbi lokuhlala, igumbi lokutyela, amagumbi okulala amabini kunye namagumbi okuhlambela amabini. Ingcamango isuselwa kwimeko yokusitha kwelanga ngokupheleleyo (total solar eclipse). Isiseko esiphambili sisiseko somthi omnyama okhithikileyo, ngeso ilayithi ezityenenayo zenza umphumo othambileyo wesangqa sokukhanya. Isitebhisi esisecaleni komnyango singena sisuka kwisiseko esimnyama esiya kufikelela kwiziko lomthi elifudumeleyo, iglasi kunye nombala omhlophe, siphelele efestileni. Udonga lweTV luyajika ngokupheleleyo (360 degrees), kwaye isiqhingi sasekhitshini solula sibe litafile lokutyela, sidibanisa ikhitshi, igumbi lokutyela kunye negumbi lokuhlala.

The Recognition

About the Ibhaso Lebhronzi le-A' Design Award

Eclipse Uyilo lwangaphakathi lwendlu yokuhlala ngumphumeleli weIbhaso Lebhronzi le-A' Design Award, ukuqatshelwa okuhlonitshwayo kakhulu okunikwa imiyilo ephawulekayo eyahlukaniswa kukuyila, ubukrelekrele nobukrelekrele. Abaphumeleleyo beBhronzi ziimveliso ezinobuchule obukhulu nezidala ngokumangalisayo ezingqina amava aphangaleleyo, ukucinga nokwazi ukuzenzela kwabayili bazo. Eclipse Uyilo lwangaphakathi lwendlu yokuhlala iyathenjwa ukuba ibe yimpahla exatyiswa kakhulu, edunyiswayo nethandwayo enobungcali obuphawulekayo nezinto ezintsha. Lo myilo uphumeleleyo weIbhaso Lebhronzi le-A' Design Award ubandakanya iindlela ezilungileyo kakhulu kubugcisa, inzululwazi, uyilo kunye nobuchwephesha kwaye ugqwesile ngenxa yokunikela ingqalelo kwiinkcukacha. Eclipse Uyilo lwangaphakathi lwendlu yokuhlala iyanelisa iimfuno ngokumangalisayo, ichukumisa iinqwenelo, ikhwebela iimvakalelo kwaye itsala umdla.

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