Mysterious
Office Lounge for CHING I SHIN Design
Yungching Realty Inc., a prominent real estate agency in Taiwan, is redefining its presence in Hsinchu with a fresh spatial approach led by three young owners. Moving away from conventional office layouts, the design emphasizes a balance between work and well-being. A clear zoning strategy distinguishes functional areas while incorporating a dedicated leisure space. This structured environment supports agents by providing a place to recharge, addressing the challenges of a high-pressure work setting.
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Unique Properties
The layout challenges the standard planning of Yungching Realty by introducing a distinct relaxation zone in the rear. This area features a lounge bar that functions as a multi-purpose space for leisure, activities, and VIP meetings. As the most unconventional element in the design, it reflects the owners' vision of a non-traditional office environment. Curved forms, dark tones, and lighting effects are used to create a dynamic atmosphere, bringing the energy of a night party into the workplace.
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CHING I SHIN Design , Interior Designer, Taiwan, Interior, Office Lounge
Production Technology
Artistic paint is used to create the dark atmosphere, and Italian terrazzo countertops, tiles, and painted iron pieces are also used to express the different levels of black, with the light to freely change the atmosphere, which create a sense of comfort and stability. The chair is extended against the curved wall, and the irregular sofa and bar chairs are added to relax the body and immerse in the sense of space. And the VIP meeting room requires a small area, thus the cream colors could create a space to focus on discussion.
Design Challenge
There were a number of designers to compete together for this case, and Ching I Shen stood out with a fresh concept, who found out the pain points of the real estate industry, and effectively solved. The standard space appearance of Yungching Realty has long affected all levels, through this case which demonstrates a model in the framework breakthrough, and the number of visitors, turnover, employment, and employee well-being, have all been improved. Because of the good space image, it also enhances the trust with the landlord, indicating the importance of a good space design for the overall business operation.
Project Duration
The project started in December 2023 and finished in April 2024 in Taiwan.
Operation Flow
The leisurely lounge area is equipped with sufficient seats to accommodate all partners, and also provides a space for communication between branches. Some seats are equipped with storage function to store the data given to customers, whose the moving line is easy to access in the store. The bar in the middle island is equipped with a tea area, and the background wall is equipped with a shelf to place cups, which is convenient for dining and tea.
Research
The most important goal of this design is to improve the working environment of real estate agents, provide a good space to eat, rest, and have meeting, and also provide a private space where customers can make offers. The lounge area is a bold leap away from the past image, taking the dark night as the design concept, and the lamps gently projecting like the dim moonlight, to help release pressure, so that the partners who stay in the company for a long time can have a temporary breathing space.
Inspiration
Yungching Realty Inc. is a Taiwanese real estate brand, and this Hsinchu branch is run by three young owners aiming to change its traditional image. The original space combined office, negotiation, reception, and leisure areas, which often overlapped, creating a sense of instability. The new design clearly divides the areas, separating their functions, and emphasizes the leisure space to offer a comfortable environment for the high-pressure work of the agents.
Project Overview
Mysterious Office Lounge has been a Iron winner in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design award category in the year 2024 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
Image Credits
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Iron Recognition
Yu Xuan Lai was recognized with the coveted Iron A' Design Award in 2025, a testament to excellence of their work Mysterious Office Lounge.
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Yu Xuan Lai's "Mysterious" Office Lounge Redefines Real Estate Workspaces with Award-Winning Design in Hsinchu
Yu Xuan Lai has transformed Yungching Realty's Hsinchu branch with "Mysterious," an innovative office lounge concept completed in April 2024 that breaks away from traditional layouts to prioritize agent well-being and collaboration, earning the Iron A' Design Award for its unique approach to workplace design.
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