Spirit of Stillness 公寓室内设计 by Chewen Chou and Hsaio Yin Lin

Spirit of Stillness 公寓室内设计 by Chewen Chou and Hsaio Yin Lin is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award 银奖 in 室内空间与展览设计 Competition Category.

银室内· 2024

Spirit of Stillness 公寓室内设计

by Chewen Chou and Hsaio Yin Lin

Client: CHEWEN CHOU Interior

A' Design Award 银奖 Winner in 室内 Category

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The Design

About Spirit of Stillness 公寓室内设计

《静之魂》是一处位于台湾台北市、面积达120平方米的公寓室内设计作品。设计将东方哲学与现代美学相融合,在繁忙都市中营造出一方静谧空间。三分式布局手法赋予工作、休闲与休憩同等的价值。主墙面采用回收石材碎片打造,艺术墙面则以意大利环保涂料饰面。隐藏式金属结构支撑起一尊重达30公斤的菩萨雕塑。自然采光、节能LED照明、隔热保温材料与净化空气的绿植共同提升了空间舒适度。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 银奖

Spirit of Stillness 公寓室内设计是 A' Design Award 银奖得主，这是授予顶级、华美而令人印象深刻的设计的极为崇高的认可。银奖得主是极其卓越、极具创造力的作品，展现出其设计师杰出的专业技能、才华与敏锐。预计Spirit of Stillness 公寓室内设计将成为一件出色的典范之作，兼具非凡的专业性与深刻的创新性。这件赢得 A' Design Award 银奖的设计是一项备受瞩目、令人钦佩的发明，造福并拓展艺术、科学、设计和技术的边界。Spirit of Stillness 公寓室内设计是一件令人羡慕的创作，它唤起渴望，带来积极的情感，并激发惊叹与赞叹。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This interior design merges Eastern philosophy with modern sensibility to create a sanctuary of calm in an urban environment. Unlike other designs, it adheres to a tripartite philosophy called SPIRIT, which equally values work, recreation, and rest.
Dimensions & Packaging: The design covers an area of 120 square meters and includes a specially crafted art wall that can support a 30 kilogram Bodhisattva sculpture. Energy efficient LED lighting systems are deployed along with thermal insulating materials to enhance ventilation.
Tags: Eastern Philosophy, Modern Sensibility, Sustainability, Tripartite Philosophy, SPIRIT, Urban Sanctuary, Resource Recycling, Italian Eco-friendly Paints, Artistic Integration, Natural Light Optimization
Production Technology: Selected materials include stone fragments for the primary wall to promote resource recycling and Italian eco-friendly paints for the art wall. Thermal insulating materials improve ventilation while hidden metal elements give support to the Bodhisattva sculpture. Throughout the production process, rigorous sustainability standards were followed to ensure environmental compatibility.
Design Challenge: The most significant challenge was balancing opposing elements such as Eastern and Western aesthetics, sustainability, and luxury, along with tradition and innovation. Regulatory constraints regarding sustainable materials presented logistical challenges, and maintaining aesthetic integrity required attention to every detail. Overcoming these challenges necessitated meticulous planning, extensive research, and the harmonization of various factors to achieve a cohesive final design.
Research: Type of Research: Qualitative and Design Research
Research Objectives: To create a tranquil, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing space.
Methodology: Literature review, material testing, and interviews with users.
Data Collection and Tools: Surveys and in-depth interviews.
Participants: Homeowners, interior designers, and experts in sustainability.
Results: Successful integration of sustainability features with aesthetic elements.
Insights: Adding cultural richness elevates the impact of the design.
Impacts: Offers a model for sustainable yet aesthetically pleasing urban living spaces.
Inspiration: The inspiration for this project came from Eastern philosophy, particularly the equanimity expressed in Su Shi's "Ding Feng Bo." The design aims to encapsulate a contemplative worldview by seamlessly integrating artistry with function. Traditional elements are merged with modern aesthetics, creating a dialogue between the past and present, realized through meticulous research and planning.
Project Duration: This project commenced its design phase in March 2023 and concluded in August 2023. It is situated in Taipei City, Taiwan.
Operation Flow: The design offers an intuitive user experience, effectively balancing form and function. Maximized natural light reduces the need for artificial illumination. Air-purifying green plants ensure a consistent flow of fresh air, thus improving the functionality of the space.
Team Members: Chief Designer: CHEWEN CHOU
Chief Designer: HSAIO YIN LIN
Image Credits: MD Pursuit