Urban Zen Interior Domus Designatio ab Kai-Jung Chen and Tzu-Hsin Chou

Opus Urban Zen Interior Domus Designatio a designatore Kai-Jung Chen and Tzu-Hsin Chou est victor maxime honoratus praemii praestigiosissimi 2026 Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum in Categoria Certaminis Designatio Interior.

AesInterior· 2026

Urban Zen Interior Domus Designatio

a Kai-Jung Chen and Tzu-Hsin Chou

Cliens: MUSA International Design Interior Decoration Co., Ltd.

Victor praemii Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum in Categoria Interior

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De Urban Zen Interior Domus Designatio

Urban Zen est designatio interior domestica pro domo centum quindecim punctum septem metrorum quadratorum in Taivania. Opus vitam urbanam modernam cum aesthetica Zen Iaponica coniungit. Fenestra nivi spectandae cum aperturis mutabilibus lucem diurnam et prospectus circumscriptos moderatur. Conclave tatami locum quietum hospitibus et meditationi praebet. Colores ligni calidi in conclavibus vivendi et cenandi clariores sunt, in cubiculis obscuriores. Materiae includunt armaria formaldehydo carentia, tabulas ex silicate calcii, lignum solidum et laminatum alta pressione factum. Ambulacrum animalibus destinatum et arbor inter armaria pro fele domestica aedificata sunt.

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De Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum

Urban Zen Interior Domus Designatio victor est Praemii A' Design Award Aeneum, honoris multum aestimati formis egregiis, creandi ingenio, sollertia et acumine insignibus dati. Victores Aenei opera perita et mire creandi sunt, quae experientiam, imaginationem et solertiam auctorum suorum confirmant. Exspectatur Urban Zen Interior Domus Designatio rem multum aestimatam, admiratam et carissimam, notabiliter professionalem et novam fore. Haec forma Aeneo victa optimas consuetudines artis, scientiae, formandi rationis et technologiae amplectitur et in cura minutiarum excellit. Urban Zen Interior Domus Designatio necessitates egregie explet, cupiditates tangit, sensus capit et curiositatem allicit.

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Merita, sodales gregis et singula technica a designatore praebita.

Proprietates Singulares: The project integrates Japanese Zen aesthetics, especially the concept of yukimi. A snow-viewing window with adjustable openings creates shifting light and shadow; fully raised, it frames the snow outside, while lowered, it preserves calm serenity. A tatami room welcomes guests for meditation, offering a pure Zen retreat. Considering the owner's cat, designers embedded a pet walkway and a tree between cabinets. Laminated finishes ensure safety and ease of movement, blending feline comfort with spatial design and fostering harmony between people and pets.
Dimensiones et Involucrum: The site is 115.7 square meters. There are three rooms: a living room, a dining room, and two bathrooms, including a master bedroom, a second bedroom, and a study room. In terms of layout changes, the designers changed the original rectangular kitchen into an L-shape to increase space and functionality. The living room and dining room were also reconfigured to better suit the owner's lifestyle. In the private area, each room has a window and is in a dark tone, with acoustic curtains to create a serene atmosphere.
Notulae: Japanese design, Zen style, Yukimi windows, grilles, wood tones, pet-friendly, customized remodeling
Technologia Productionis: The project adopts eco-friendly materials, including formaldehyde-free system cabinets, calcium silicate panels, tawny mirrors, solid wood, and high-pressure laminate. Warm wood tones define the palette: lighter shades in social areas like the living and dining rooms enhance openness and brightness, while darker tones in bedrooms foster calm and focus. Solid wood, left unpainted, ensures cat-friendly safety by reducing ingestion risks. The overall materiality balances aesthetics, sustainability, and harmonious living with pets.
Provocatio Designandi: Most furniture and fixtures were custom-made, including windows and tatami mats. The designers coordinated closely with carpenters to align schedules and ensure precision. Uneven wall surfaces required careful adjustments, especially during window installation, to prevent issues such as handle collisions. As the owners' ideas were initially unclear, the designers guided them through discussions to articulate their needs. This process ensured that practical solutions, aesthetic details, and the final atmosphere aligned with the owners' vision.
Investigatio: Titled Urban Zen, the project is a customized renovation reflecting the owner's preference for Japanese aesthetics. Drawing from Zen wood patterns and totems, the designers created an elegant, harmonious atmosphere. Elements such as sequential grilles and delicate window motifs echo Yukimi's casual style, blending simplicity with warmth. Neutral tones welcome daylight, while open social areas frame unobstructed views. Built-in cabinets integrate pet-friendly features, allowing daily life and serenity to coexist, slowing the city's pace within a tranquil, Zen-inspired home.
Inspiratio: The inspiration comes from the owners' love of the Japanese Zen style, especially their appreciation of the culture and style when they traveled to Japan. As a result, the designers aimed to create a residence that combines urban modernity with Japanese Zen style, allowing the owners to enjoy a vacation-like atmosphere at home. Iconic elements such as grilles, wood grain, Yukimi windows, and tatami mats make the space aesthetically pleasing yet functional and pet-friendly.
Duratio Operis: The project finished in May 2024 in Taiwan.
Cursus Operationis: Owners give very positive feedback on the project. In particular, they appreciate the Japanese Zen style of modern living. The simplicity and calmness of the Japanese style can be felt in every corner of the home. Both the decoration and the functionality are very well thought out. When the windows are open, one can see the breeze, and when the windows are closed, one can enjoy the tranquility. For a cat-loving family, the designers skillfully integrated the cat's activity area into the design, allowing the cat to move freely in all spaces and increasing the cozy atmosphere.
Membra Turmae: Kai-Jung Chen, Tzu-Hsin Chou
Agnitiones Imaginum: MUSA International Design Interior Decoration Co., Ltd.