2025 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Silver Winner

Seatless Ink Home

Entrant Company

Timemory design

Category

Interior Design - Residential 

Client's Name

Yang & Cheng Residence

Country / Region

Taiwan

The Living Room Redefined: A Minimalist and Interactive Space
Traditionally, the living room revolves around a sofa. However, this design challenges that convention by eliminating excessive decoration and placing a long dining table at the center, complemented by an open kitchen to create a minimalist yet interactive living space.

By maximizing the rectangular layout, the long table becomes the heart of family interactions, seamlessly connecting to the open kitchen. This arrangement allows for a fluid transition between dining, cooking, and relaxation. Instead of elaborate decorations, the design relies on carefully selected materials and dynamic lighting to craft a space that is both simple and layered.

The overall palette is black and white, where dark cabinetry contrasts with light-colored walls, enhancing visual depth. A mix of glossy and matte finishes adds texture, preventing the monochrome design from feeling monotonous, while fostering a modern and serene atmosphere. The absence of a sofa makes the space more flexible, allowing for adaptable zones such as a reading nook, an interaction area, or a display section.

The open kitchen is seamlessly connected to the living area through a kitchen island or bar, encouraging natural interactions among family members and reinforcing a sense of togetherness. Additionally, soft ceiling lighting enhances the ambiance, preventing the space from feeling overly stark and maintaining a welcoming warmth.

This design refrains from excessive ornamentation, focusing instead on materials, lighting, and a pure color scheme to shape the atmosphere. It responds to modern desires for simplicity, adaptable spaces, and meaningful interactions. Ultimately, the living room is no longer just a place to rest—it becomes the heart of family life, a space where shared moments and cherished memories are created.

Credits

Interior Designer
chang chia wei
Interior Designer
yuliana Du
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