Press Release
A' Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design Goes to Efil Design Life Office by Kai Ting Wu
The international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Kai Ting Wu of Efil for interior space and exhibition design
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COMO, Italy, April 20, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ Efil Design Life Office by Kai Ting Wu of Efil has been granted the A' Design Award in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The result belongs to the 2024 - 2025 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 assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the A' Design Award
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.
About Efil Design Life Office
Efil Design Life is a 99 square meter office interior located in Taiwan. The ground level combines the character of a cafe with the comfort of a home, using an open kitchen, a marble bar and wood accents within a multi-layered plan. The upper level uses reeded glass partitions and a material exhibit to define work zones while keeping the space open. Sustainable materials and modern construction methods were applied. Strategic lighting and acoustic design support spatial quality and environmental efficiency.
About Kai Ting Wu
EFIL is an interior design studio dedicated to creating soulful and resonant living spaces. Guided by the philosophy of Building Nests, we thoughtfully integrate spatial flow, color palettes, functional planning, and lighting to construct homes filled with warmth, emotion, and personality. Our expertise lies in layout configuration, seamless movement flow, and tailored aesthetic creation. Through in-depth communication and collaboration, we align each design with the unique lifestyles and preferences of our clients.
About Efil
EFIL creates soulful, resonant spaces with thoughtful layouts, seamless movement, and personalized aesthetics, transforming houses into dream homes.
Award Record
Kai Ting Wu of Efil is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.
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/162446
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/162446
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!162446
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/356653
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://efil.com.tw/
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
Via Leone Leoni 32, 22100 Como, Italy
press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Efil Design Life Office
- Function
- Office
- Category
- Interior Space and Exhibition Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture and Packaging & Retail
- Colors
- Dim Gray, Dark Slate Gray, Rosy Brown, Black and Dark Olive Green
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Kai Ting Wu
- Country
- Taiwan (China)
- Brand
- Efil
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #162446
Credits
- Image Credits
- Efil
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Brand value blends a cafe's charm with home comfort, using open kitchens, marble bars, and wood accents in a multi-layered ground level. Upstairs, Reeded glass partitions and an innovative material exhibit redefine office spaces.
- Inspiration
- The brand concept is born from Life, aiming to create soul-touching spaces. It's about nest building - designing to stir the spirit and forge deep connections, integrating elements to suit individual lifestyles.
- Research
- The design brand's research focused on integrating life into design. Extensive study on behavioral patterns influenced the layout, ensuring each area supports the intended use, from socializing to concentrated work.
- Challenge
- The challenge was intertwining functionality with inspiration. Designing an office that feels like home, supports creativity, and showcases material innovation was central to the brand's groundbreaking approach.
- Realization and Technology
- The design brand employs advanced design techniques, using sustainable materials and modern construction methods. Strategic lighting and acoustic design enhance the spatial quality while ensuring environmental efficiency.
- Operation and Interaction
- The office layout promotes a seamless flow, fostering interaction. The ground floor encourages communal engagement, while the upper floor's smart zoning enhances work dynamics without sacrificing openness.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in Feb 2023 in Taiean and finished in May 2023 in Taiwan.
- Keywords
- EfilDesign, ArtisticSpaces, TimelessInteriors, ArtisticSpaces, SmartLiving
