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Postmodern Monologue Residential House by Jack Lee Wins the Bronze A' Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design
Jack Lee acknowledged 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/ Postmodern Monologue Residential House by Jack Lee, designed for Giant Design, has been granted the Bronze A' Design Award in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The award was conferred within 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 scored anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the Bronze A' Design Award Means
The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
More About Postmodern Monologue Residential House
Postmodern Monologue is a residential interior design for a 338 square metre home. The project combines postmodern and minimalist ideas to create a calm and balanced living space. The layout was reorganised to form four bedrooms, each with a private bathroom and a walk-in closet, supporting multi-generational living. Shared living and dining areas, a laundry room and communal storage complete the plan. Large floor-to-ceiling windows bring in natural light, while custom storage keeps the interior orderly and functional.
About Jack Lee
Xiaojie Li is the founder and design director of Giant Interior Design, based in Guangdong, China. With over 16 years of experience in the field, he specializes in high-end private residences and villas, having delivered precise, implementation-ready design solutions for hundreds of entrepreneurs. His work centers around the belief that "design creates value," and he remains committed to original, customized design that seeks a perfect harmony between nature and human habitation. Through his projects, Li continues to explore innovative possibilities in residential living, crafting spaces that are both free in form and rich in meaning.
Award Record
This recognition makes Jack Lee 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. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to interior designers, interior architects, architects and decorators from all countries. Entries typically include residential interiors, restaurants, hotels, offices, galleries and retail stores. Awarded interior designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/interior
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission 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. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated 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. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates 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, the upload of a work and the 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. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/164358
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/164358
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!164358
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/359103
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Postmodern Monologue Residential House
- Function
- Residential House
- Category
- Interior Space and Exhibition Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture and Packaging & Retail
- Colors
- Light Gray, Light Slate Gray, Silver, Gray and Black
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Giant Design
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Jack Lee
- Country
- China
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #164358
Credits
- Image Credits
- Photographer: Yun Ouyang
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- This design merges postmodernism and minimalism, creating a serene sanctuary. It balances functionality with aesthetics through intelligent storage and personalized decor. Key features include an open layout, large French windows for natural light, and a wall of thought, fostering connection and celebrating comfort, culture, and emotional resonance.
- Inspiration
- Influenced by postmodernism and combined with the Canadian-returned owner' s desire for a free and relaxed lifestyle, the design takes space as a starting point to break the original boundaries, creating a highly functional residence filled with serenity, freedom, and balance. The overall density relationships are maintained through architectural planning, with each function revolving around the home' s landscape, presenting a stable state that is both centripetal and centrifugal.
- Research
- The designer reconstructs the spatial layout by using postmodern techniques to meet the owner' s pursuit of freedom, comfort, and art. The project emphasizes a balance between functionality and aesthetics, precisely manipulating space to create four suites and communal areas suitable for family living. The overall design reflects the owner' s personality and lifestyle, forming a tranquil and culturally rich home that conveys the emotions and mutual respect among family members.
- Challenge
- The greatest challenge of this project lies in balancing the diverse needs of the owner with the functionality of the space while creating a comfortable and harmonious family environment. We achieved this by reorganizing the spatial layout, increasing the number of private suites, and cleverly utilizing smart custom storage solutions to meet functional requirements, ensuring independence and privacy for each family member. Additionally, the choice of materials and lighting design enhances the aesthetic appeal of the space, elevating the overall quality of life.
- Realization and Technology
- This design combines postmodernism and minimalism to create a serene sanctuary that reflects the owner's lifestyle. It includes thoughtful spatial reconfiguration, natural materials, and large French windows to enhance light. Intelligent storage solutions maximize functionality, while the layout balances privacy and social interaction. Decorative elements celebrate the family's multicultural experiences, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
- Operation and Interaction
- This design features a fluid, interactive space that adapts to occupants' needs. An open layout fosters seamless transitions and community interaction. Large French windows invite natural light and blur indoor-outdoor boundaries, enhancing the connection with nature. Intelligent storage maximizes functionality, while room arrangements ensure privacy, creating a harmonious living environment that resonates emotionally.
- Project Duration and Location
- Design Date: February 2023 Completion Date: February 2024 Project Location: Foshan, Guangdong, China
- Specifications
- The project features a 338 square-meter residence with four bedrooms, each with its own bathroom and walk-in closet, supporting multi-generational living. It includes shared living and dining areas, a laundry room, and communal storage. Intelligent storage maximizes efficiency, while natural, sustainable materials enhance aesthetics. Large floor-to-ceiling windows foster a strong connection to nature.
- Keywords
- Postmodernist, Minimalism, Living Aesthetics, Multifunctional House, Smart Home
