Light Reborn Ukwakhiwa Kwangaphakathi Kwendawo Yokuhlala by Yi Hsuan Chen

Light Reborn Ukwakhiwa Kwangaphakathi Kwendawo Yokuhlala by Yi Hsuan Chen is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Umklomelo Wensimbi we-A' Design Award in Ukudizayina Ingaphakathi Competition Category.

InsimbiIngaphakathi· 2026

Light Reborn Ukwakhiwa Kwangaphakathi Kwendawo Yokuhlala

by Yi Hsuan Chen

Client: YunLi Spatial Aesthetics Co., Ltd.

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

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The Design

About Light Reborn Ukwakhiwa Kwangaphakathi Kwendawo Yokuhlala

I-Light Reborn iwukwakhiwa kwangaphakathi kwendawo yokuhlala yekhaya elingamamitha-skwele ayi-105 esakhiweni esineminyaka engama-33 ubudala. Ukuvuselelwa kudala indawo yokuhlala ekhanyayo, esebenzayo futhi elinganiselwe. Amafasitela asuka phansi aze afike ophahleni kanye nokususwa kwengxenye yodonga kuvumela ukukhanya kwemvelo kufinyelele ezindaweni ezijulile. Ikhishi elivuleke ngokwengxenye kanye nendlela yokuhlela indawo yokudlela kuxhumanisa izindawo ezinkulu zokuhlala. I-veneer yokhuni lwemvelo, amathayela anesimo setshe kanye nezindlela zokupenda ezingalimazi imvelo kwakha uhlu lwezinto ezisetshenzisiwe ezinezingqimba. Amakhabethe aphakeme afika ophahleni kanye nefenisha esebenza ngezindlela eziningi kunikeza indawo yokugcina impahla ehlanganisiwe kuyilapho kugcinwa ukucaca kokubukeka.

The Recognition

About the Umklomelo Wensimbi we-A' Design Award

Light Reborn Ukwakhiwa Kwangaphakathi Kwendawo Yokuhlala iwinile uMklomelo Wensimbi we-A' Design Award, ukwaziswa okuhloniphekile okunikezwa imiklamo emihle ehlangabezana nezidingo zobungcweti nezemboni ezilindelekile ezimpahleni ezihlelwe kahle. Abawinile beNsimbi babonisa ikhono elikhulu, ubungcweti obuphezulu, ukuqonda kochwepheshe namandla okudala abadali babo. Light Reborn Ukwakhiwa Kwangaphakathi Kwendawo Yokuhlala ilindeleke ukuba ibe yinto exatshwa kakhulu, edunyiswayo nethandwayo esebenzayo nenezinto ezintsha. Lo mklamo owinile uMklomelo Wensimbi we-A' Design Award uhlanganisa izindlela ezinhle kakhulu zemboni futhi unezimfanelo zobuchwepheshe ezifanelekile ezihlanganiswe nolwazi nethalente. Light Reborn Ukwakhiwa Kwangaphakathi Kwendawo Yokuhlala iyahlonishwa ngenxa yokucophelela kwayo futhi ihlelelwe ukulethela izinguquko zomgangatho wempilo ezisiza ukwenza umhlaba ube yindawo engcono.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This renovation transforms a 33-year-old residence into a bright, functional, and aesthetically balanced home. Key features include floor-to-ceiling windows, layered natural materials, integrated storage solutions, semi-open kitchen-dining connections, and thoughtful lighting, achieving harmony between usability, visual clarity, and modern spatial expression.
Dimensions & Packaging: Total area: 105 square meters. Living room features floor-to-ceiling windows for maximum light. Kitchen-dining area uses semi-open layout with white baked-enamel cabinets and stone countertops. Bedrooms incorporate marble veneer and wooden wall finishes. Bathroom utilizes dry-wet separation with stone-veined tiles and wood cabinetry. Storage includes full-height system cabinets and multifunctional furniture.
Tags: Residential Renovation, Old House Transformation, Integrated Storage, Natural Materials, Sustainable Design, Light Optimization, Semi-Open Layout, Functional Aesthetics, Spatial Harmony, Contemporary Interior
Production Technology: The project applies natural wood veneer, stone-grained tiles, and eco-friendly coatings. Mineral-based paints and wear-resistant floors enhance durability. Technically, partition demolition, furniture repositioning, integrated storage, and concealed utility systems optimize light penetration, usability, and maintain visual clarity across compact spaces.
Design Challenge: Key challenges were limited natural light, complex utility lines, and compact space. Solutions included partial wall removal, overhauling electrical/HVAC systems, and integrating full-height storage. Balancing functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability within a constrained, aged structure required careful planning and technical precision.
Research: Research Type: Residential renovation study. Objectives: Improve light, usability, and aesthetics in a 33-year-old home. Methodology: Spatial analysis, light study, material evaluation. Tools: CAD, 3D modeling, material samples. Participants: Homeowners and design team. Results: Enhanced light penetration, functional layout, sustainable material use. Insights: Old residences can be revitalized efficiently, improving comfort and environmental impact.
Inspiration: The design is inspired by the concept of "rebirth of an old residence," translating accumulated memories and daily life warmth into spatial stories. By using natural materials and leveraging light interactions, the space expresses unique atmospheres at different times of day and across seasons, allowing dynamic charm to emerge continuously.
Project Duration: The project started in January 2025 and finished in June 2025 in Taiwan, China.
Operation Flow: The layout promotes smooth circulation by connecting living, dining, and kitchen areas. Furniture positioning and partial wall removal allow natural light to reach deep spaces. Full-height and multifunctional storage adapts to users' needs while maintaining visual consistency. Spaces transform seamlessly for daily living, social interaction, and flexible usage.
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.
Image #2: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.
Image #3: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.
Image #4: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.
Image #5: Photographer Mr. Zheng, Light Reborn, 2025.