2026 | Professional

French Design Awards Platinum Winner

Aura in Refraction

Entrant

Always Design

Category

Interior Design - Retails, Shops, Department Stores & Mall

Client's Name

Country / Region

Taiwan

Inspired by the fluidity of light and the refractive qualities of crystal, this project integrates three separate retail units into a unified open-plan showroom. Guided by the concept of "flowing light," the design departs from conventional ornamentation to adopt clean, rhythmic curves that define the spatial framework.

Spanning 200 m², the interior features extensive curved lines, metallic finishes, and durable large-format porcelain slabs. A custom chandelier with circular linear lighting echoes the luminous refractions of crystal, while systemized geometric compartments and under-stair cavities are transformed into functional display elements.

By balancing architectural restraint, strategic product presentation, and sustainable materials such as low-formaldehyde panels, the design allows the intrinsic beauty of the crystal pieces to take center stage, delivering an immersive and gallery-like retail experience.

Credits

Wei Chen
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