Honorable Mention of the International Architecture & Design Awards 2026
Rooted in Tomorrow
Interior
Completed / Built / Professional Category
Architect / Designer:
HWAN TAI GROUP / UETERNITY (JIE TENG LEE)
Studio:
HWAN TAI GROUP / UETERNITY
Design Team:
HWAN TAI GROUP / UETERNITY (JIE TENG LEE)
LVZM LEGENDS CORPORATION
Country:
Taiwan
This office design project beautifully captures the essence of a company with over sixty years of rich experience across a range of diverse industries, including cement, optoelectronics, and geothermal energy. Guided by its second and third generations, the organization is ushering in a new era of strategic development that seamlessly blends heritage with innovation.
At the heart of the design is a captivating “futuristic yet rustic” aesthetic, achieved through the thoughtful integration of concrete, wood, and photovoltaic elements. In addition, the interplay of light and shadow, combined with the use of reclaimed cement mosaic tiles, creates a harmonious environment that resonates with both technological rationality and human warmth.
Furthermore, the overall planning places a strong emphasis on corporate culture, ensuring that sustainability principles are not only promoted but also made visible and tangible through careful spatial flow and material selection. As a result, this approach fosters a professional yet inviting office environment, designed to enhance comfort and productivity for all employees.
The entrance lobby captivates with its striking concrete walls, seamlessly integrated with an impressive blue light display area. This design choice not only symbolizes the cement and optoelectronics industries but also cultivates a futuristic yet grounded atmosphere, inviting visitors to experience the company’s innovative spirit. Navigating through the corridor, one will encounter semi-translucent cement tiles adorned with the corporate logo, which serve as a visual axis. This thoughtful design connects various functional zones and echoes the Chairman’s daily engagement with colleagues, fostering a sense of collaboration and community.
Transitioning into the open-plan office area, one will be greeted by expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the space in natural light while framing picturesque views of the surroundings. This thoughtfully designed layout alleviates any sense of confinement typically associated with enclosed spaces. In addition, the floors are covered with recycled fiber carpets, contributing to sustainability, while modular steel desks and chairs offer adjustable options that strike a balance between productivity and comfort.
Furthermore, the meeting rooms maintain an atmosphere of transparency with glass partitions, effortlessly blending openness with privacy. They are paired with Green Building-certified acoustic panels that expertly balance sound control, ensuring that discussions remain focused and confidential. In the executive offices, expansive wood finishes create an inviting elegance, harmoniously complemented by light gray leather chairs and sleek stone coffee tables.
HWAN TAI GROUP / UETERNITY
Ueternity International was founded in 2022.
Born from an endless questioning of the nature of space,
we believe that design is not merely the construction of form,
but the flow of emotion, time, and air.
In every creation,
we seek to let the intangible take the lead—
allowing the breath of space, the rhythm of light and shadow,
and human perception to come together
and compose a quiet poetry of living.
Unconfined by definition,
we do not rush to declare, but deepen through observation.
We do not pursue formal display,
but search for balance between presence and disappearance.
Our work does not seek attention,
yet it is remembered by time.
