Located in Taichung central districts, this residence sits quietly within the city.
The design is developed around the idea of a Vertical Landscape. Wood, mineral-textured finishes, earth-toned flooring and planting are used throughout the house, bringing references to mountains, soil and vegetation into the interior without turning them into literal decoration.
Before reaching the main living area, the foyer creates a brief pause. The mineral-like floor and wall finishes give the entrance a steady, restrained character, marking the shift from the city outside to the home within.
Upstairs, the living, dining and kitchen areas are arranged as an open daily setting. Dark wood, exposed beams, earth-toned flooring and the open kitchen build a sense of weight and warmth without making the space feel heavy.
The living room sits within a double-height volume. A large grey-toned wall and wooden shelving define the main elevation, while the veining of the slabs suggests the quiet movement of branches and vines across the surface. Instead of becoming a decorative backdrop, the wall gives the tall space a deeper, almost forest-like presence.
On the mezzanine, the study is framed by an arched opening. Its enclosed form gives the space a cave-like quality, suitable for working, reading or simply stepping away from the activity below.
The courtyard extends this atmosphere outdoors. Plants are arranged in varying densities, allowing the garden to feel less controlled and more naturally settled around the house.
The master bedroom continues the same balance of warmth and clarity. The bedhead, vanity and dressing area are arranged as one connected sequence, supporting the routines of rest, grooming and storage.
In the bathroom, blue-green slabs bring in a cooler, mist-like tone. The material gives the room a quiet sense of depth, making it feel slightly removed from the rest of the house.
Rather than presenting nature as a framed view, the project lets it appear through material, proportion, planting and movement. These references remain subtle, but they shape how the house is experienced throughout the day.