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Silver

Arch Design Award 

Winner

in

Architectural Design Category

'26

Geometric Filter

Designed by

Pochun Wang, Peggy Wang / SC Architectural and Interior Design Limited

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Geometric Filter

Residential Architecture

Changhua County, Taiwan

Pochun Wang, Peggy Wang / SC Architectural and Interior Design Limited

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This project revolves around the innovative concept of a ""geometric filter,"" serving as the core design principle while responding adeptly to the challenging microclimate characterized by high temperatures and strong winds. By treating the building as an active environmental regulation system, the design team creates a dynamic response to its surroundings. Essentially, the overall form of the structure is not simply a matter of stylistic preference. Instead, it emerges as a geometric result meticulously derived from calculations of wind direction and solar radiation patterns. As a result, the project achieves a seamless integration of comfort, energy efficiency, and structural aesthetics, demonstrating a commitment to both functional and visual excellence in design.

The circulation gracefully unfolds from the driveway entrance, where a substantial curved wall artfully softens the building's sharp angularity. Not only does this design enhance visibility and safety for drivers, but it also serves as an inviting first buffer upon entering the residence. Anchoring the visual experience, the wood-textured tiles feature a horizontal grain that seamlessly establishes a cohesive dialogue with the building's form. As the gaze naturally ascends, this rich texture extends upward to the cantilevered terrace, further inviting exploration inward.

As far as the facade strategy is concerned, it skillfully utilizes low openings on the north side and fixed strip windows to effectively block the harsh northeast monsoon winds. In doing so, it establishes an initial microclimate buffer, which is further enhanced by strategically placed windbreak forests and lush plantings. Moreover, the west facade is thoughtfully set back by five to six meters, resulting in deep window structures that not only reduce the intensity of afternoon solar radiation but also ensure a comfortable and consistent indoor environment.

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