This architectural work presents a cohabitation solution for allergy sufferers and feline companions. Situated within a narrow urban footprint, the interior utilizes a vertical zoning strategy and a central atrium to induce a passive stack effect. This metabolic core continuously purges allergens while maintaining visual and acoustic connections across different levels. Constructed with hypoallergenic materials like uncoated concrete and fair faced brickwork, the structure merges rigorous respiratory health requirements with a fluid living space.

Jimmy Yung is an architectural and interior designer dedicated to exploring how human beings find their sense of home. Cities have been expanding for centuries, and the population has increased dramatically. With the rapid advancement of internet services and the ongoing threats of infectious diseases, the concept of dwelling must evolve. Traditional functions once defined by specific activities such as offices, schools, libraries, playgrounds, sports fields, and restaurants are becoming increasingly interconnected like a cloud and condensed into a compact, miniaturized world. As a result, the residence must respond to the desires of its inhabitants, functioning like a treasure box.

Founded in 2005, Happystudio has been recognized with numerous international accolades, including the iF Design Award, Austria’s RING Award, and Taiwan’s prestigious TID Award. In 2009, it was honored as one of Taiwan’s top 100 design firms, standing among only two interior design studios selected across disciplines such as industrial, fashion, and graphic design. In 2010, Happystudio co-founded S.U.R.E. in Shanghai, expanding into China’s market with projects spanning hospitality and commercial spaces, earning wide acclaim. Believing that interior design has no fixed formula, the studio approaches each project as a research-driven endeavor, seeking the most fitting solution for both client and site. With an unwavering commitment to design excellence and construction quality, Happystudio strives to create lasting value and enrich everyday living.