Interview about Embrace Afterglow Residential Space, winner of the A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award 2023
"Immersed in time" is the core concept of the design, using natural lighting, ventilation and urban views from the upper floors to propose a suitable space design for 6 users to live together. Imagine that the outdoor space extends to the indoors, and the living room area is regarded as a viewing garden, which is connected to various living places through the corridor, so that different areas can meet and interact.
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View Design DetailsThe curved walls arranged in an array are not only the medium that defines the transition from the public domain to the private domain,Reasonable arrangement of its staggered seams can not only increase visual penetration but also help soften the boundary of the space. It not only creates the user's spatial experience, but also allows this visual fluidity to achieve the best effect and enhance the visual experience of the space.Another benefit is that it allows air and light to travel to another space. Good natural lighting and ventilation are crucial to improving the comfort of the indoor environment. This design also enhances the environmental performance of the space.
As a retirement residence, time is undoubtedly the most valuable asset. How to immerse yourself in time and enjoy it is an important core of this case. After fully assessing the living habits of the users, we learned that the public domain is the space where they communicate with each other and stay the longest. We rationally arranged each space with this concept, and then used staggered curved walls to create spaces that did not directly isolate the space. Under such circumstances, these areas can be deftly defined while maintaining the openness of the space. It can also seamlessly connect the public areas with the external environment, extending the continuity between indoors and outdoors, allowing users to enjoy more in their leisurely retirement life. communication and interaction.
To balance retirement life for users, they want to maintain a reasonable distance between people and at the same time be able to communicate with others easily. The core of this design is to optimize the use of public spaces and reduce the space of individual bedrooms, with the aim of allowing frequently used public areas to fully utilize their functions and characteristics. Therefore, the 6 bedrooms were divided into 3 areas in the design, and the wardrobes of each 2 bedrooms were combined into a shared facility for the 2 bedrooms. This not only enhanced the connection between the private spaces, but also became a link between the public space and the bedrooms. the transition zone between. This arrangement allows residents to enjoy a certain degree of privacy while also having easy access to public areas. . This planning concept also allowed the six users to agree with this unique arrangement.
The building is located on the edge of the city center, adjacent to the park, and due to the distance between the buildings, it can enjoy a broad view of the city center skyline. This design allows the residence to not only enjoy the natural landscape, but also see the prosperity of the city. Natural light and beautiful exterior views are introduced through the wide window strips, so that residents can feel the harmonious coexistence of the city and nature at any time.A 10-meter-long white marble sofa is designed on the window strip. When the window is opened, this area is connected to the balcony and becomes a semi-outdoor space, extending indoor activities. This not only provides a relaxing area with a wide view, but also greatly increases the flexibility of the social space due to its openness and flexibility. The design of the sleeping area allows users to easily enjoy the external scenery when relaxing or socializing, improving the comfort and interactivity of living.
The viewing garden social area is the largest public space. Through careful layout and structural design, it realizes the extension of indoor and outdoor activities, the transition between private space and public area, and creates a flowing space with a sense of ritual. It is also possible to carry out daily activities in the natural scenery, whether it is relaxing, reading or socializing, and the flexibility of the space allows it to adapt to different needs.The connection and transition between areas are achieved through curved walls. This design breaks the boundaries of traditional straight lines and blurs the clear boundaries between spaces through the curved arrangement. This vague definition allows residents to experience a gradual transition from layer to layer when moving between spaces, bringing a ritualistic and refreshing atmosphere. For example, when residents move from their private bedrooms into the public social area, they will experience a gradual opening process. This design not only brings a sense of spatial layering, but also enhances the ritual sense of the activity, making every move more enjoyable. It is not just a transformation of space, but also a transition of state of mind.
Retirement residences need to have ample natural light and transparency to enhance the quality of life for their residents. A clean design approach avoids too many walls or partitions, keeping the space open and bright. Large windows, open layouts, and fresh color combinations can help enhance the introduction of light and fill the entire space with natural light and air circulation. This design helps people feel relaxed and prevents the space from feeling depressing or depressing. Dull.The focus of the design is on the relationship between people and space, emphasizing that space should serve the users' living needs. In retirement, users want a space that helps them focus on daily activities, enjoy alone time, or interact with family and friends. Therefore, "simplicity" in design is not just about simplicity in appearance, but also about improving the quality of life by optimizing the functional layout of the space. For example, clear division of functional areas, reasonable circulation design, and appropriate storage space are all manifestations of simple design. They allow residents to easily find what they need at home and effortlessly carry out daily activities.Simple yet exquisite design techniques can create a quiet atmosphere, allowing residents to relax, focus on their own activities or enjoy their own time in this space, thereby improving the quality of life.
Choose healthy, non-toxic, locally made and easily available materials in the design, and use these materials and details to build a space that meets the needs of users and maintain a balance between aesthetics and practicality.Tailor-made detailed design is designed according to the specific needs of users, such as customizing furniture size, facility height, passage width, etc. according to the user's body shape, living habits or health status. This kind of meticulous planning can make the space more in line with the actual needs of the residents, improving comfort and convenience of life. For example, considering the activity needs of the elderly, the height of furniture such as beds and sofas may be adjusted to a more comfortable range during design, or barrier-free walkways and bathrooms may be designed.Aesthetics and functionality are complementary to each other. We must consider not only visual harmony and beauty, but also the actual use and functional requirements of the space. Reasonable proportion design can make the space feel more smooth and open, and make it easier to carry out daily activities.
Retirement residences need to have ample natural light and transparency to enhance the quality of life for their residents. A clean design approach avoids too many walls or partitions, keeping the space open and bright. Large windows, open layouts, and fresh color combinations can help enhance the introduction of light and fill the entire space with natural light and air circulation. This design helps people feel relaxed and prevents the space from feeling depressing or depressing. Dull.The focus of the design is on the relationship between people and space, emphasizing that space should serve the users' living needs. In retirement, users want a space that helps them focus on daily activities, enjoy alone time, or interact with family and friends. Therefore, "simplicity" in design is not just about simplicity in appearance, but also about improving the quality of life by optimizing the functional layout of the space. For example, clear division of functional areas, reasonable circulation design, and appropriate storage space are all manifestations of simple design. They allow residents to easily find what they need at home and effortlessly carry out daily activities.Simple yet exquisite design techniques can create a quiet atmosphere, allowing residents to relax, focus on their own activities or enjoy their own time in this space, thereby improving the quality of life.
The hide-and-seek game is a favorite among children and brings back the feeling of being a child. Although a simple staggered stitching layout is used to meet the design intention, it also adds social interest. And enhance the fun of interaction and exploration. Through clever staggered joint layout, it can not only create a visual and functional multi-level space, but also make daily life more entertaining and intimate, recalling the fun of childhood games, and allowing every resident to Find your own happy time in it.Not only is it an extension of the game, it can also promote interaction between family or friends. For example, hidden corners, maze-like walkways or multi-level compartment spaces can stimulate people's curiosity and desire to explore, thereby enhancing the fun of social interaction. This kind of space design allows people not only to live in it, but also to have more fun in interaction. Such a design can promote emotional communication between family members, create a more intimate and relaxed atmosphere, and enhance the connection between residents.
The design trend with natural elements as the core is gradually becoming an important direction in future public life and residential planning. The following effects may occur:1. Design that integrates nature: utilizing green spaces, natural light and ventilation, and the use of natural materials.2. Fast and flexible design: modular design, mixed functions.3. Satisfy differentiation: shared space settings and smart facility construction4. Sustainable development: energy-saving design and application, adoption of environmentally friendly technologies
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