Framed Sanctuary Minimalist Living Interior by Chien Hao Tseng |
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| DESIGN NAME: Framed Sanctuary PRIMARY FUNCTION: Minimalist Living Interior INSPIRATION: Inspired by the Japanese concept of Ma, this project explores the balance between structure, emptiness, and light. Natural light becomes a compositional element, casting shifting shadows across raw concrete and warm wood. A 1.5 cm metal frame defines spatial boundaries without walls, while material transitions emphasize quiet beauty. The result is a spatial sanctuary where simplicity supports reflection and everyday rituals. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project reimagines a 40 year old apartment into a minimalist sanctuary. Monochrome materials black steel, concrete, and oak are integrated with precision, forming spaces that feel both structured and calm. Light flows through reconfigured openings, enhancing spatial clarity and emotional comfort. Without traditional partitions, the home invites reflection, reading and peaceful daily living through considered composition and material warmth. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: Residents move freely through the open plan living, kitchen, and reading areas. The space naturally guides the user through light, texture, and material transitions. Custom built elements such as the metal frames and furniture are positioned to define function zones without physical barriers, encouraging fluid, intuitive interaction. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: The project began in November 2023 in Taipei, Taiwan, and was completed in July 2024 after eight months of structural redesign and interior construction. FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Interior Space and Exhibition Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: The project required precise engineering to integrate steel, concrete, and wood with seamless connections. A 1.5 cm steel frame was custom fabricated to be lightweight yet load bearing. Wall integration, anchoring systems, and surface junctions were resolved through prototyping and testing. The outcome is a structure that supports both aesthetic clarity and technical reliability within a minimalist framework. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: The interior space covers 110 square meters. Key materials include 1.5 cm square steel frames, brushed concrete surfaces, oak wood flooring, and fluted tiles. The lightweight metal frame system is securely wall mounted and engineered to support heavy objects while maintaining a minimal visual presence. TAGS: Minimalist Interior, Adaptive Reuse, Steel Frame, Urban Apartment, Spatial Framing, Modern Zen, Monochrome Design, Daylight Optimization, Concrete and Wood, Taipei RESEARCH ABSTRACT: This design is based on applied design research aiming to transform old apartment layouts for modern minimalist living. Qualitative research included spatial behavior studies and lighting simulations. Physical prototypes and material stress tests were conducted to refine the metal framework. The result is a structurally optimized and visually calm environment, which promotes both spatial clarity and emotional well being. The research contributes to adaptive reuse practices in urban housing design. CHALLENGE: The greatest challenge was integrating ultra-slim 1.5 cm steel frames that are both visually light and structurally strong. Achieving seamless connections between materials metal, concrete and wood required extensive prototyping. The project also overcame challenges in optimizing daylight within a poorly lit 40 year old layout, requiring total spatial reconfiguration under government renovation regulations. ADDED DATE: 2025-02-26 11:30:50 TEAM MEMBERS (2) : Architect: Chien Hao Tseng and Creative Director: Tzu Yu Liu IMAGE CREDITS: Image #1: Architect / Photographer Chien Hao Tseng, Framed Sanctuary, 2024. Image #2: Architect / Photographer Chien Hao Tseng, Framed Sanctuary, 2024. Image #3: Architect / Photographer Chien Hao Tseng, Framed Sanctuary, 2024. Image #4: Architect / Photographer Chien Hao Tseng, Framed Sanctuary, 2024. Image #5: Architect / Photographer Chien Hao Tseng, Framed Sanctuary, 2024. PATENTS/COPYRIGHTS: Copyrights belong to CHT Architect and Partidesign Studio, 2024. |
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NAME: CHT Architect and Partidesign Studio PROFILE: CHT Architect and Partidesign Studio is a Taipei based architectural and interior design practice led by architect Chien Hao Tseng. The studio integrates spatial clarity, structural precision, and material expression through a minimalist design lens. Known for its thoughtful transformations of existing residential environments, the studio blends architectural integrity with atmospheric sensitivity. With a dual focus on architecture and interior design, the practice draws from both conceptual rigor and on site craft. Its projects range from urban apartment renovations to finely detailed interior spaces. Under Tseng’s leadership, the team approaches every project with balance between user needs and spatial identity, between aesthetics and structure. The name Partidesign reflects the studio’s commitment to starting each project with a strong architectural parti, a clear conceptual foundation from which design decisions emerge. |
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Framed Sanctuary Minimalist Living Interior by Chien Hao Tseng is Winner in Interior Space and Exhibition Design Category, 2024 - 2025.· Read the interview with designer Chien Hao Tseng for design Framed Sanctuary here.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Chien Hao Tseng. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Chien Hao Tseng. |
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