Home Quartet Ukuklanywa Kwangaphakathi Kwendawo Yokuhlala by Ming-Kun Sung and Shih-Yi Chuang

Home Quartet Ukuklanywa Kwangaphakathi Kwendawo Yokuhlala by Ming-Kun Sung and Shih-Yi Chuang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Umklomelo Webhulonzi we-A' Design Award in Ukudizayina Ingaphakathi Competition Category.

IbhulonziIngaphakathi· 2026

Home Quartet Ukuklanywa Kwangaphakathi Kwendawo Yokuhlala

by Ming-Kun Sung and Shih-Yi Chuang

Client: Pilostyle Co., Ltd

Umklomelo Webhulonzi we-A' Design Award Winner in Ingaphakathi Category

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The Design

About Home Quartet Ukuklanywa Kwangaphakathi Kwendawo Yokuhlala

I-Home Quartet iwuhlelo lokuklanywa kwangaphakathi lwendlu enezitezi ezimbili eyakhelwe umndeni wamalungu amane eTaiwan. Le ndlu engamamitha-skwele angu-158.6 ibeka igumbi lokuhlala, igumbi lokudlela, ikhishi, kanye nendawo yokufunda ndawonye esitezi sokuqala, kwakheke indawo eyodwa evulekile yokuhlangana komphakathi. Itafula lokudlela eliyindilinga kanye nosofa oseduze kwalo kumema ukuhlangana kwabantu, kanti isihlalo esilengayo esenziwe nge-rattan eseduze kwefasitela sisebenzela izingane kanye nabadala. Umbala oluhlaza okwesibhakabhaka uwumbala oyinhloko, ohambisana nezindonga ezimhlophe, amathayela amakhulu, ifenisha yokhuni oluqinile olufudumele, kanye nosofa wesikhumba. Amafasitela amade angemuva angenisa ukukhanya kwemini ezindaweni ezihlanganyelwayo, kanti isitezi esingenhla siqukethe amagumbi okulala kanye negumbi lokufundela ukuze kube nobumfihlo.

The Recognition

About the Umklomelo Webhulonzi we-A' Design Award

Home Quartet Ukuklanywa Kwangaphakathi Kwendawo Yokuhlala iwinile uMklomelo Webhulonzi we-A' Design Award, ukwaziswa okuhloniphekile kakhulu okunikezwa imiklamo ephawulekayo eyehlukaniswa ukudala, ubuhlakani nobukhali bengqondo. Abawinile beBhulonzi yimisebenzi enobuchule obukhulu nedala ngokumangalisayo eqinisekisa isipiliyoni esibanzi, umcabango nobuhlakani babaklami babo. Home Quartet Ukuklanywa Kwangaphakathi Kwendawo Yokuhlala ilindeleke ukuba ibe yinto exatshwa kakhulu, edunyiswayo nethandwayo, enobungcweti obuphawulekayo nezinto ezintsha. Lo mklamo owinile uMklomelo Webhulonzi we-A' Design Award uhlanganisa izindlela ezinhle kakhulu ebuciko, esayensi, ekuklameni nasebuchwepheshe futhi uhamba phambili ngenxa yokunaka kwawo imininingwane. Home Quartet Ukuklanywa Kwangaphakathi Kwendawo Yokuhlala iyanelisa izidingo ngokumangalisayo, ithinta izifiso, iheha imizwa futhi ikhanga ukufuna ukwazi.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The project embraces 'togetherness,' blending American-style design for a family of four. A hanging chair in the living room creates a cozy nook for elders and children. A round dining table symbolizes unity, inviting gatherings. The couch area connects with dining, forming a social, open space. Large tiles anchor the design, while metallic accents and black-and-white details add modern refinement. Blue, gray, and wood tones soften the classic American style with a fresh rhythm.
Dimensions & Packaging: The 158.6 sqm duplex centers its social areas on the first floor, where the living room, dining room, kitchen, and a co-reading area converted from a guest room form an open, cohesive space. The rear balcony's tall windows allow abundant sunlight to fill the main gathering zones, enhancing comfort and brightness. Upstairs, the master bedroom, secondary bedroom, and study provide private retreats while maintaining the bright, harmonious atmosphere established downstairs.
Tags: Sandwich Generation, Cohesive Blue, American Style, Modern Design, Duplex, Cohesive, Eco-friendly Building Materials
Production Technology: The color scheme centers on blue, paired with ICI white walls for a clean, contrasting backdrop. Large tiles and stone provide a solid base, while warm custom solid wood furniture adds inviting texture. Select trims highlight American design, and a leather sofa brings warmth and refinement. This thoughtful mix of materials balances bold eclecticism with a soft, welcoming home atmosphere, letting the family's genuine emotions flow naturally throughout the space.
Design Challenge: A major challenge was convincing the client to embrace vibrant colors and large tiles, such as bold blue in the entryway, carpet, and kitchen. This required careful balance and patient communication to ensure harmony and client confidence. Integrating elements like the hanging chair, round table, and couch into the American-inspired design also needed to address elders and children safely. Guided by the concept of 'togetherness,' the designer crafted a diverse, authentic living experience for the family.
Research: 'Home Quartet' is a duplex inspired by the family's desire for togetherness, addressing care for elders and children. Boldly using blue as the main color, it refreshes Taiwanese home design. Rooted in American style, it features a hanging chair for elders and kids, a round dining table symbolizing family warmth, and an open couch area for natural interaction. Blue contrasts with white walls, large tiles, warm wood furniture, and a leather sofa for a cozy, refined space.
Inspiration: This duplex home was inspired by a family of four's desire for closeness while meeting the needs of a sandwich generation caring for both children and elders. Breaking from typical Taiwanese palettes, the designer boldly used blue as the main color. The space prioritizes interaction and flexibility, offering multifunctional zones that transcend a single style. With thoughtful layout and color play, the design turns daily life into a warm, inclusive, and visually captivating experience.
Project Duration: The project finished in June 2022 in Taiwan.
Operation Flow: The round table and adjacent couch naturally draw family and friends together, creating a warm, unified space filled with laughter. The rattan hanging chair by the window is a favorite for children's play and offers elders a commanding view, blending playfulness with comfort. The homeowner praised the flexible layout, which dissolves traditional separations of the duplex, allowing elder visits and children's activities to flow freely in an atmosphere of genuine togetherness.
Team Members: Ming-Kun Sung, Shih-Yi Chuang
Image Credits: PILOSTYLE CO., LTD.