Aqua Flash Apartment

Aqua Flash Apartment

Aqua Flash Apartment is an innovative residential interior design project that exemplifies the harmonious fusion of conceptual art and functional living space within a 60-square-meter dwelling. Completed in October 2022 in Taichung City, Taiwan, this Bronze A' Design Award-winning project, designed by Hsin Ting Weng, demonstrates exceptional creativity in its approach to small-scale living environments. The design's most distinctive feature is its asymmetrical glass-recessed sliding doors, drawing inspiration from Olafur Eliasson's The Weather Project, creating an artistic interpretation of sunset effects within an artificial space. The interior composition masterfully balances various materials and elements, incorporating pine veneers, colorful furniture pieces, black laminates, and cement backdrops finished with an innovative upcycled sediment-based topcoat from local reservoirs. The space is further enhanced by strategically placed neon tube installations that provide dynamic ambient lighting and establish a unique spatial identity. The apartment's design philosophy prioritizes the coexistence of artistry and natural surroundings while maintaining full functionality within its compact dimensions. Notable elements include a bright orange sofa, violet pouf, and olive honeycomb shade, which create intriguing contrasts against the more subdued materials. The layout emphasizes openness for maximum daylighting, incorporating sectional flexibility for fluid movement throughout the space. The design's conceptual approach transforms the apartment into an immersive gallery-like environment where daily functions seamlessly integrate with artistic expression, exemplifying how contemporary residential design can elevate everyday living through thoughtful integration of art, functionality, and sustainable materials.

interior design, conceptual art, residential space, sustainable materials, ambient lighting, spatial innovation

— Adam Dawson