2025 | Professional

NY Architectural Design Awards Silver Winner Winner

Painted Dialogues

Entrant Company

SIDSTORY DESIGN COMPANY

Category

Interior Design - Residential 

Client's Name

Byron Zhuo

Country / Region

Taiwan

Painted Dialogues is a spatial narrative that transforms architecture into a poetic reflection of memory and aspiration. Inspired by the concept of a story within a painting, the design intertwines materiality, lighting, and spatial layering to create a home that is both a personal sanctuary and an evolving dialogue between past and present.

The entrance serves as the first chapter of this story, seamlessly blending marble, wood, and titanium-coated metal to create an understated yet sophisticated welcome. A custom-designed titanium shoe cabinet handle, an exclusive piece crafted by designer, embodies a tribute to home—ensuring that every visitor experiences a sense of refined individuality upon arrival.

Lighting becomes a key storytelling element, sculpting the ambiance and adding symbolic depth. Above the dining table, the golden cherry chandelier signifies abundance and prosperity, while the golden bow dining chairs represent personal achievement. These curated details not only illuminate the space but also enrich it with meaning.

A focal point of the living room is a handwoven artwork, gifted by a Spanish friend of the homeowner. This element introduces the second layer of a story within a painting—a tangible connection to distant friendships and a testament to the home’s ability to carry emotional significance across borders.

In the master bedroom, the design prioritizes tranquility and comfort. Acoustic-dampening flooring and a storage room behind the headboard ensure a peaceful retreat, shielding the space from external noise. Here, the third and final layer of a story within a painting unfolds—where thoughtful design merges seamlessly with the rhythms of daily life, offering a timeless and deeply personal experience.

Beyond aesthetics, sustainability remains at the core of Painted Dialogues. The use of eco-friendly paints, renewable materials, and energy-efficient lighting ensures that the home is as responsible as it is beautiful.

This project is not just about form and function—it is about embedding personal history into space. By seamlessly merging artistic storytelling with contemporary living, Painted Dialogues transforms a residence into a living masterpiece, where architecture and memory coexist in perfect harmony.

Credits

Sen Huang
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