Harmonious Love Haven Crafts Japanese Aesthetics in Taichung

Angel Chen designed the Harmonious Love Haven, a 14-ping apartment in Taichung, Taiwan, for a couple embodying quiet elegance. Completed in 2022, the residence reflects their balanced relationship through minimalist Japanese aesthetics and sustainable features. The home doubles as a meeting space, providing a serene environment that respects the couple’s independence while nurturing their connection. Reconfigured layouts reduce confinement, earning a GD Gold Green Renovation certification with low-formaldehyde materials and adhesive-free finishes.

A modern, minimalist living space with wood paneling, built-in shelving, and a cozy sofa.

Japanese Aesthetics in Taichung Apartment

Taiwanese designer Angel Chen has used minimalist Japanese aesthetics to transform an apartment in Taichung into a serene haven for a couple embodying quiet elegance.
Contemporary living room with wooden paneling, built-in shelving, and a geometric coffee table.
Named Harmonious Love Haven, the 14-ping (46.2-square-metre) home was designed in 2022 to also function as a meeting space.
Modern, minimalist apartment with sleek kitchen, built-in storage, and natural wood accents.

Chen reconfigured the spatial layouts to create a more open environment for the couple, aiming to reduce the sense of confinement and promote a harmonious living experience.
Warm-toned wooden panels, sleek kitchen counter, and stylish lighting create a modern ambiance.

Balanced Design Reflects Relationship

The project’s design reflects the couple’s balanced relationship, crafted to respect their independence while nurturing a strong connection.
Modern bedroom with natural wood and stone elements, textured walls, and minimal decor.
Certified with a GD Gold Green Renovation classification, the project includes several sustainable features.
Cozy bedroom with wood paneling, marble accent wall, and expansive window view.

These comprise of low-formaldehyde photo boards, faux concrete ceilings for TVOC reduction and adhesive-free finishes.
A monochrome bedroom with sleek furniture, textured walls, and dramatic lighting.

Synchronized Living and Caring Relationships

“This serene love haven resonates with the essence of synchronized living and caring relationships,” said the designer.
A modern, minimalist bedroom with wooden wall paneling, a desk space, and recessed lighting.
Minimalist bedroom with wood-paneled walls, curtain blinds, and a single bed with a gray blanket.

Photography by 心之所向室內設計美學
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- by Matt Watts

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