2025 | Professional

French Design Awards Silver Winner

Refined Apartment

Entrant

YIN HE

Category

Interior Design - Residential 

Client's Name

CHENG HEPING

Country / Region

China

Refined Apartment explores the full potential of compact urban living, guided by the concept of “refinement and comfort.” The design restructures layouts and optimizes functionality to meet both practical and emotional needs, creating a modernist living environment that is precise, efficient, and comfortable.

Embracing the philosophy of “small space, big world,” conventional functional boundaries are dissolved. Spatial and functional elements overlap and interact, while circulation is carefully reorganized to mitigate original constraints and enhance overall usability. Functional zones and transitional areas merge seamlessly, allowing residents to move naturally and intuitively through the space.

Smooth circulation and abundant natural light are central to the design. Living, dining, and kitchen areas are integrated into a fluid, open layout, while subdivided openings maximize daylight, expanding the sense of space. Soft warm tones, tactile materials, and curved forms create a calm and harmonious atmosphere, balancing interaction and privacy.

Sustainability and healthy living are key principles. Eco-friendly materials, advanced technologies, and multifunctional design reduce energy consumption and enhance comfort, while maintaining spatial flexibility. Refined Apartment demonstrates a forward-looking approach to urban living, where elegance, functionality, and environmental consciousness coexist.

Credits

CHENG HEPING
YIN HE
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