Interview
MIN JUN LIAO
巧家設計室內裝修有限公司, Taiwan
Min Jun Liao is an interior designer focused on shaping residential and commercial environments with thoughtful light, warm materials, and steady spatial rhythm. Her approach brings structure and emotion into a balanced conversation, creating spaces that feel grounded and sincere.
1 | Congratulations on your achievement! What inspired you to submit this project for the NY Architectural Design Awards?
Honestly, it’s because I truly love this project and wanted to give it a try—to see if it could be seen by more people. Every submission is both a learning experience and a personal challenge for me.
2 | What is the defining concept or vision behind your award-winning project?
Cream Serenity conveys “a sense of stillness within soft light.” It’s about slowing life down and creating a gentle sense of calm. This recognition reinforces my belief that simplicity and sincerity can move people.
3 | Could you briefly share your journey into architecture and what inspired you to pursue this field?
Every time I complete a project and see the homeowner’s satisfaction, that sense of accomplishment keeps me going. It reminds me that I’m truly on the path I love.
4 | How would you describe the mission or goals of your company or studio?
Listening, Functionality, Aesthetics, and Warmth are at the heart of what we do. Every space begins with listening, finds balance between practicality and beauty, and ends with a feeling of comfort.
5 | Were there any unexpected challenges during the design or construction phases? How did they shape the final result?
Every project has its challenges—budget, schedule, or detailing—but these experiences teach me to communicate and adapt better, bringing the final result closer to my original vision.
6 | How does your design process usually unfold-from ideation to completion?
I begin by understanding the homeowner’s lifestyle—their habits and rhythm. For me, design is an expression that begins after truly “listening.”
7 | If you had to describe the journey of this project in three words, what would they be?
Soft, Still and Genuine.
8 | What feedback have you received about your work that has been particularly meaningful or surprising?
The most touching feedback comes from clients who write heartfelt thank-you messages or refer their friends to me. That kind of trust means more than any award.
9 | What does receiving this recognition mean for you, your team, or your studio?
This recognition is both encouragement and affirmation. It reminds us that when we create with sincerity, our work will naturally be seen.
10 | How do you see this award influencing your future projects or career?
It gives me more confidence and inspires me to explore different styles and narratives. I hope every future project carries a touch of warmth that resonates with my design inspirations.
11 | What's a project or idea you've been dreaming of bringing to life, and why does it inspire you?
I hope to one day design a space that truly coexists with nature—where people can feel the movement of light, wind, and the changing seasons. That would be my purest vision of design.
12 | Where do you see the architectural field heading in the next decade, and how do you envision contributing to its evolution?
I believe the next decade will focus more on emotional connections between people and space. Technology will advance, but what truly moves us will always be warmth and authenticity.
13 | How do you see your designs contributing to the future of sustainable architecture?
Sustainability isn’t just about energy or materials—it’s about creating spaces that can be loved for a long time. When people cherish and live within them, that’s the truest form of sustainability.
14 | If you could design anything, with no limits on budget or imagination, what would it be?
I’d love to design a home that changes with the seasons—breathing in spring, airy in summer, luminous in autumn, and warm in winter. That would be my ideal way of living.
