2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Gold Winner

Wuhan Urban·ChubaoLi 143 Model Room

Entrant

Chongqing Elements Interior Design Co., Ltd

Category

Interior Design - Residential 

Client's Name

Wuhan Urban Constr

Country / Region

China

Located within Wuhan’s Hankou historic area, this project is tailored for discerning homeowners seeking an elevated lifestyle. Rooted in the city’s distinctive historical context and Haipai culture (referring to the avant-garde but unique “East meets West” culture from Shanghai in the 20th and 21st centuries), it seamlessly blends the timeless elegance of old-money style with the narrative warmth of retro aesthetics, aiming to create an ideal residence that balances time-honed sophistication and modern comfort.
The narrative of the space begins with “a door and a ray of light,” symbolizing stepping into a tranquil and elegant river of culture. The overall palette employs low-saturation earth tones, evoking associations with profound and serene history. The spatial dimensions are thoughtfully designed to give a sense of calm and inclusiveness right from the entrance. In terms of material selection, warm wood, distressed metal, and cold marble harmonize beautifully, improving visual layering while creating a soft modern home atmosphere. At the same time, luxurious details such as customized oiled/waxed leather and textured fabrics subtly highlight exquisite craftsmanship. Additionally, the Wuhan landmark-themed wall hanging is made using intangible cultural heritage techniques like mother-of-pearl inlay, artfully integrating local cultural symbols into daily life.
The layout follows the principle of “separation of active and quiet areas” and achieves exceptional space efficiency through an optimized plan, fully meeting the diverse living needs of multi-generational families. The communal area incorporates a flexible “X-space,” creating a multifunctional space that seamlessly integrates a study zone. The children’s room, themed on the world map and complemented by wall illustrations of aircraft blueprints, is designed to spark curiosity and ignite imagination in young minds.

Credits

Design Director
Yiman Lai
Main Project Designer
Yimin Liu
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