Rome Design Awards Gold

2025

Rural Grid Renaissance

Entrant Company

INFINITE ARCHITECTS

Category

Architectural Design - Multi Unit Housing Low Rise

Client's Name

XIN ZAN Construction

Country / Region

Taiwan

This community architectural design thoughtfully addresses the pressing challenge of residential buildings losing their cohesive identity over time, particularly as the needs of their inhabitants evolve. By prioritizing enduring unity and distinctiveness, the design ensures that each structure maintains its character through meticulous planning. To this end, the design team has centered its vision on the foundational principles of "simplicity, quality, and comfort." The building’s exterior is crafted with an orderly arrangement of volumes combined with elegant white facades, creating a striking visual appeal. Meanwhile, the interior spaces have been designed with precision to enhance functionality and livability. Moreover, the residences are harmoniously integrated into the surrounding fields and lush greenery, which cultivates a serene and tranquil rural atmosphere. This intentional relationship between the buildings and their environment not only enhances the aesthetic experience but also fosters a sense of community, inviting residents to connect with both nature and one another.

The exterior of the building showcases elegant white walls beautifully accented with intricate gray stone textures. As the light shifts throughout the day, these surfaces reveal layered dimensions, creating a dynamic visual experience. The design philosophy is thoughtfully articulated across all four facades, each embodying specific aesthetic principles that come together harmoniously. Firstly, the beauty of order emerges, reflecting a rhythmic quality reminiscent of a static musical movement. This sense of structure provides a solid foundation for the building's visual appeal. In addition, the facade serves as a natural canvas, extending the architecture into the earth and seamlessly blending with the surrounding fields, fostering a strong connection to the landscape.

Furthermore, the beauty of contrast introduces visual tension through an artful interplay of form, scale, color, and light. This deliberate variation captures the eye and invites exploration. Adding to this complexity, the beauty of detail enriches the design with expressive elements such as strategically placed openings, inviting balconies, and elegant canopies. As one approaches the building, it becomes evident that windows and balconies are thoughtfully arranged to create a seamless integration with nature, thereby shaping the community's identity.

Credits

INFINITE ARCHITECTS
SUN PEI-CHUN
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