Bronze Interior · 2026
Belle Epoque Residence
by Lo Fang Ming
- Bronze A' Design Award 2026 in Interior
- CLIENT: Dreamer Interior Design
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 6,822
- Verification code E5ADEF137D · Verify this award
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About Belle Epoque Residence
Belle Epoque is a duplex residential interior located beside a river in Taiwan. The long and narrow plan is opened with horizontal and vertical openings and mirrored ceilings, which extend the lines of the space and increase the sense of height. Decorative details follow Italian and French architectural influences, and a soft color palette adds artistic elegance. Smart lighting and air conditioning systems are concealed within the linear facades. On the second floor, an open corridor between two bedrooms also serves as an overhead cinema.
About the Bronze A' Design Award
Belle Epoque Residence is a Bronze A' Design Award winner, a highly prestigious recognition granted to outstanding designs distinguished by creativity, ingenuity, and astuteness. Bronze winners are amply skillful and strikingly creative artifacts that authenticate the vast experience, imagination, and resourcefulness of their designers. Belle Epoque Residence is expected to be a highly regarded, admired, and cherished object that is notably professional and innovative. This Bronze A' Design Award-winning design incorporates best practices in art, science, design, and technology, and is excellent for its attention to detail. Belle Epoque Residence splendidly satisfies needs, touches desires, charms feelings, and appeals to curiosity.
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- Unique Properties
- This project highlights a feminine artistic perspective and features a waterfront landscape. The open public spaces, partial open areas, mirror ceiling, and extended decorative lines reflect the aesthetic influences of Italian and French architecture. The mirror effect creates a sense of height and luxury reminiscent of a palace, breaking through physical limitations to foster an opulent atmosphere.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- In terms of lighting, the traditional main light concept has been abandoned. Instead, adjustable sectional lighting technology is used to optimize brightness precisely.
- Tags
- Dreamer Interior Design, Taiwan, Residential, Duplex, Marie Laurencin
- Production Technology
- The designer employs horizontal and vertical openings, along with mirror reflection effects, to create an endless sense of linearity. Towering images are integrated into the design, redefining the apartment's height limits. Whether in the study, living room, or dining area, residents can enjoy picturesque views of the riverbank. Hidden within the facades are smart lighting and air conditioning systems, which enhance natural colors and replicate the gentle river breeze. On the second floor, two bedrooms are positioned on either side of an open corridor that doubles as an overhead cinema, while also providing privacy for the mother and child.
- Design Challenge
- Because of the long and narrow space, it is first necessary to reshape each area to ensure proper proportion and privacy. At the same time, the issue of single and fragmented lighting surfaces must also be addressed. Additionally, how to seamlessly incorporate the aesthetic cultures of France, Italy, and other countries into nature and daily life using modern intelligent technology is also the biggest challenge of this project.
- Research
- The public area, with its open horizontal and vertical design and mirrored reflection effect, extends the linearity infinitely. It incorporates the towering features of Gothic architecture, redefines the boundaries of the residence, and offers a broad waterfront view for the entire home. The smart lighting and air conditioning systems are concealed within the linear display structure, enhancing the visibility of colors and perfectly mimicking the natural breeze's flow.
- Inspiration
- The duplex apartment on the left bank of the river evokes the atmosphere of Paris's Left Bank during the Belle Epoque, a time celebrated for its integration of technology, art, and culture, reflecting a free and romantic lifestyle. It draws inspiration from Marie Laurencin's artwork ,Les Biches, using its soft color palette and artistic elegance for decoration. Elements of Gothic architecture reminiscent of Milan Cathedral lend an air of elegance and grandeur.
- Project Duration
- The project finished in 2025 in Taiwan.
- Operation Flow
- Taking the living room area as the heart of daily life. The kitchen island and elongated dining table serve as welcoming focal points, reflected seamlessly through mirrors that amplify the sense of space and height. An overhead cinema enriches the design with a luxurious, private atmosphere. The bedrooms on either side are fully equipped with private living areas, bathrooms, and dressing rooms. The master suite features a starry sky ceiling projection, creating a night sky scene.
