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Modern Classic Residential Apartment by Cheng Seok Hwa Wins the A' Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design
Cheng Seok Hwa honored for interior space and exhibition design by the international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 21, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Modern Classic Residential Apartment by Cheng Seok Hwa, designed for Meraki Design, has been granted the A' Design Award in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category. The result belongs to the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who scored anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
The A' Design Award Explained
The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
Regarding Modern Classic Residential Apartment
Modern Classic is a residential apartment interior design covering 1470 square feet. The apartment is divided into two zones: a living room with a kitchen annex, and a bedroom with a bathroom annex. Walls and furniture follow a milk white color scheme that increases the sense of openness and light. Curved arch ceilings are lit by LED strips, downlights, track lights and wall lamps in a layered lighting plan. Curved-edge furniture matches the arched ceilings. Natural marble with subtle veining is placed on the television cabinet and as a kitchen backsplash.
About Cheng Seok Hwa
Belle Cheng is a talented and innovative interior designer known for transforming spaces into captivating environments that seamlessly blend functionality with aesthetic appeal. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for design, she brings creativity and expertise to every project, ensuring each client's unique vision is brought to life. Committed to delivering exceptional results, she approaches each project with professionalism, integrity, and a dedication to exceeding client expectations. Besides, she has the ability to create harmonious interiors that reflect individual personalities and organizational cultures.
Award Record
With this recognition, Cheng Seok Hwa is a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award
The A' Interior Design Award is an international interior design competition recognizing good interior designs by interior designers and architects worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to interior designers, interior architects, architects and decorators from all countries. Typical entries include residential interiors, restaurants, hotels, offices, galleries and retail stores. The awarded interior designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/interior
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/160828
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/160828
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!160828
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/354322
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Modern Classic Residential Apartment
- Function
- Residential Apartment
- Category
- Interior Space and Exhibition Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture and Packaging & Retail
- Colors
- Dark Gray, Silver, Light Gray, Dark Olive Green and Dim Gray
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Meraki Design
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Cheng Seok Hwa
- Country
- Malaysia
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2023 - 2024
- Design ID
- #160828
Credits
- Image Credits
- Photographer CJ, XIJ CREATIVE, 2023
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The cream-white color scheme applied to both the walls and furniture, combined with elegantly curved arch ceilings illuminated by LED lighting, enhances the visual appeal of the overhead space and creates a gentle and inviting atmosphere throughout. Natural marble, strategically incorporated into the living area, elevates its elegance. Meticulously placed atop the TV cabinet and as a kitchen backsplash, the marble features subtle veining patterns that add visual interest without overpowering the space, embodying sophistication and refinement.
- Inspiration
- In my designs, I draw inspiration from the unique personality of each client, aiming to elevate their living space into one that exudes brightness, comfort, and elegance. Our pursuit of creating something truly distinctive led us to prioritize lightweight forms, an expansive feeling of openness, subtle color palettes, and meticulous selection of materials that align with our technological aspirations. For instance, we employ a milk white scheme for the walls and furniture to instill a sense of purity and luminosity within the space, while the inclusion of natural marble serves to enhance its overall elegance.
- Research
- We managed to create an intimate and elegant atmosphere the interior spaces are crafted to exude intimacy, elegance, and comfort, aligning with the owners' preferences.
- Challenge
- In addressing the design challenge, our foremost goal is a meticulous analysis of the layout to delineate distinct functional zones, including living, dining, and bedroom areas. Honoring the client's preferences, we enhance prominent features such as the gracefully curved arch ceilings and hidden doors. Leveraging the elegant curve of the arch ceilings, our design incorporates curved-edge furniture, blending seamlessly with the architectural elements to create a unified aesthetic. Our objective is to cultivate a luminous, cozy, and refined ambiance that reflects the desires of our clients.
- Realization and Technology
- Integrating curved-edge furniture seamlessly with the arched ceilings creates a cohesive design aesthetic within the space. The choice of a milk-white color scheme for the furniture enhances the sense of openness in the free-flowing area, while a layered lighting design is employed to enhance brightness and ambiance. This approach combines overhead lighting with eyeball downlights, adjustable magnetic track lights, wall lamps, and LED strips, all meticulously orchestrated to cultivate a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout the space.
- Operation and Interaction
- In carefully orchestrating the division of functions and interior design elements, the interior designer achieves a meticulously curated living space with a seamless flow. The generously spacious area, accentuated by an LED-lit corridor, invites exploration and immersion in the ambiance. The design endeavors to evoke harmony, projecting tranquility, elegance, and equanimity, while prioritizing simplicity and comfort through the cohesive integration of various zones.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in April 2023 and finished in September 2023 in Penang, Malaysia
- Specifications
- The Apartment covers an area is 1470sqft. Designer divided it into two main zones. The Main, Living room with kitchen annex. Second main zone, Bedroom with bathroom annex.
- Keywords
- Modern classic, Elegant, Interior design, Residential, Apartment, Curve furniture, Arch
