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Tranquility Residence by Yen Hsiang Wang Receives the A' Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design
Yen Hsiang Wang recognized for interior space and exhibition design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 20, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Tranquility Residence by Yen Hsiang Wang, designed for Light Tree Interior Design, has been granted the A' Design Award in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category. The result belongs to the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the A' Design Award Means
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.
More About Tranquility Residence
Tranquility is a residential interior design for a 92.5 square meter apartment with three rooms and two bathrooms in Taiwan. The original layout and the high ceiling were preserved. Textured gray artistic paint, applied by hand, covers the walls and the ceiling. Solid wood, wooden flooring, plants and earthy tones complete the wabi-sabi character. A protruding panel behind the television conceals cables. A custom three-sided, full-height cabinet at the entrance provides storage and separates areas. The design aims to offer a calm place for rest.
About Yen Hsiang Wang
We focus on using the natural lighting to create the sense of layering throughout the interior space. We believe that the natural lighting is the best element to address within the interior design space, and give the space a tonality through the design of moving lines and the transformation of materials. Our goal is to design their own space for each user.
Award Record
Yen Hsiang Wang 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/162885
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/162885
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!162885
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/323922
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Tranquility Residence
- Function
- Residence
- Category
- Interior Space and Exhibition Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture and Packaging & Retail
- Colors
- Dark Slate Gray, Dark Gray, Gray, Dim Gray and Dark Olive Green
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Light Tree Interior Design
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Yen Hsiang Wang
- Country
- Taiwan (China)
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #162885
Credits
- Team
- Yen-Hsiang Wang
- Image Credits
- Light Tree Interior Design
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The designer skillfully incorporated textured gray artistic paints and wood grain to create a wabi-sabi style that blends seamlessly throughout the space, including the bathroom. Natural wood furniture and carefully chosen plants add to the tranquil ambiance. The minimalist living room TV wall features a protruding panel that conceals cables, offering a simple yet sophisticated look. With a focus on decluttering, the design incorporates simplicity in every detail. A custom three-sided, full-height cabinet serves as both storage and a boundary between areas, showcasing practical minimalism and a flowing sense of order.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the homeowner's desire to have a space for relaxation amid the fast-paced, busy city life, the design focuses on creating a sanctuary for unwinding. Reflecting the homeowner's lifestyle philosophy and minimalist practice, the overall design emphasizes streamlined storage solutions. The earthy color palette incorporates natural textures, with the designer's unique perspective interpreting the wabi-sabi style. The project aims to lead life back to simplicity through design, isolating it from external chaos to provide the residents with genuine rest.
- Research
- The name 'Tranquility' reflects a design rooted in simplicity and serenity, offering a peaceful escape from the city's hustle. The earthy tones, gray-scale artistic paint, and wooden furniture embody wabi-sabi principles. The space is defined by simplicity, with natural light softly illuminating raw textures on the walls, complemented by matte steel-brushed wood and wooden flooring. A protruding wall panel behind the TV serves as both a functional and aesthetic focal point, while plants and artwork add to the serene atmosphere, creating a restful sanctuary for the soul.
- Challenge
- The designer aimed for seamless transitions between areas, making color selection and coordination crucial steps. A significant amount of time was spent ensuring that each color choice was perfect, creating a consistent and harmonious atmosphere whether during the day or night. During the hand-painting process, the craftsmen needed to maintain the set depth and texture. Each brushstroke had to be meticulous to ensure the result met the envisioned effect.
- Realization and Technology
- Materials: solid wood, artistic paint, phoenix tree, wooden Flooring The color scheme primarily features earthy tones. Combined with natural wood grain, it creates a warm and harmonious atmosphere. The meticulous brushwork and craftsmanship applied to the ceiling and walls by skilled artisans endow the space with texture and uniqueness. This combination emphasizes the natural beauty of the materials, adding a rustic and elegant touch. The project reflects the designer's attention to detail and his understanding and interpretation of color and material.
- Operation and Interaction
- The designer customized the storage for the homeowner. The three-sided cabinet in the entrance serves not only as daily storage but also as a boundary between different areas. According to the homeowner's needs, the designer planned a simple and unadorned layout. In some spaces and furniture arrangements, open, movable, and detachable items are retained for flexibility. The designer created a home that is uniquely tailored to the homeowner and perfectly embodies the essence of wabi-sabi aesthetics.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project finished in June 2023 in Taiwan.
- Specifications
- The site is a 92.5-square-meter apartment with 3 rooms and 2 bathrooms. The designer preserved the original layout. Neutral 4000K lighting creates a warm and comfortable atmosphere. In combination with the excellent natural light, gauze curtains were installed to adjust the light and create natural, soft lighting. The kitchen is kept minimally decorated, with white emphasizing functionality and simplicity. The ceiling maintains its original high structure, enhancing the visual and experiential sense of spaciousness throughout the space.
- Keywords
- Wabi-sabi, artistic paint, minimalist, sycamore wood, earthy tone, nature.
