Dry Salon

Commercial Space for DSEN

Inspired by the concept of the art salon, the reorganization and renovation of the basic construction is the key point of the project. The entrance is built with the large glass French windows. The feature of transparency creates the interaction between the indoor and outdoor space and makes the entrance the visual focus. The indoor space is of minimalism and openness. The simple arrangement of materials and structure enables the people indoors to chat and rest freely.

Download Press Kit № 99228

Download Press Kit № 99228 Commercial Space for DSEN by Chien Ting Chen to access high-res images, essential texts, translations, and exclusive interviews—all in one.

Available Now for Your Next Story

At design|newsroom, we understand the pressures and deadlines journalists face. That’s why we offer exclusive access to our curated press kits and high-resolution images, tailored for accredited journalists. These resources are designed to enrich your stories with depth and visual appeal, spotlighting the world's most innovative designs.

Please Note:

• Credit the work's creator and/or photographer.
• Mention design|newsroom as your source.
• Share your published pieces with us; we love to celebrate and promote your work on our platform and social media.

Let’s Collaborate: Your stories matter. design|newsroom is here to support you with quality, accessible content. Once you are accredited, reach out for the images and content you need. We will provide the specific images and content directly, along with recommendations on works to feature.

Get Accredited Easily: Quick access to our resources requires media accreditation. Apply for media accreditation to join our network and start exploring a wealth of design stories.

Dry Salon by Chien Ting Chen

Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.

Commercial Space by Chien Ting Chen

Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.

Chien Ting Chen Dry Salon

Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.

Chien Ting Chen Commercial Space

Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.

DSENBrand Logo

Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.

Dry Salon Commercial Space Press Releases

Press releases tailored for Dry Salon are available in the languages: English.

Dry Salon Commercial Space Media Articles

Access our collection of Dry Salon articles, ready for use and offered in languages: English, Spanish, Hindi, Japanese, Russian, French, Portuguese, Italian, Indonesian, Dutch, German, Chinese (Mandarin), Korean, Turkish and Arabic (Standard).

Unique Properties

The project is a narrow and long old house more than forty years old. The reorganization and renovation of the basic construction is the key point of the project. Externally, the grille style conceals the outdoor unit of the air conditioner. It is not only good-looking but also convenient for maintenance. The simple stone and wood blocks are placed in the space so that the users can define and use them as a table or a chair on their own. The iron pieces near the wall are built like a swing.

Production Technology

For the basic reorganization, first is to clean up the messiness to upgrade the outdoor and indoor space quality. The external of the construction is circled and defined by the grille not only for the visual beauty but also for the convenient access of the repairmen. The rain shade of the indoor ceiling is removed and replaced by the transparent skylight to successfully open the dark space and introduce light. In the design, the modern style is applied to interpret the classical beauty, especially the classical are lexicon that connects the space, from the structure where the LOGO on the external of the construction connects the French windows, the gate made of the are titanium stainless steel, the skylight connecting the are wallboard of the indoor space, to the indoor circle chair, coffee table, and bar.

Design Challenge

The challenges are how to endow the isolated and messy old house with the open, bright, and transparent sense of space and how to make the aesthetic feeling of the external consistent and at the same time cater to both the functions and the convenience of maintenance.

Operation Flow

The entrance is built with the large glass French windows. The feature of transparency creates the interaction between the indoor and outdoor space and makes the entrance the visual focus. The indoor space is of minimalism and openness. The simple arrangement of materials and structure enables the people indoors to chat and rest freely. Whether they are seated at the bar or near the entrance, they can interact and converse with each other.

Research

To achieve both the atmosphere and function of an art salon, the designer reorganizes the basic construction to upgrade the overall quality of the environment. The external of the construction is beautified with the grille. The outdoor light is introduced through the glass material and the overall visual style is simplified. The design with a sense of modernity adorns the classical style. The metal materials add more exquisiteness.

Inspiration

Inspired by the concept of the art salon, the project of the old house renovation starts with a small style café in operation. Space interprets the classical elements with the modern style. Most parts of the ceiling, the floor, and the wall are left blank. Through the material arrangement and combination of the simple structure, the functions are decided depending on the user’s needs and space is endowed with more imagination and creativity.

Project Overview

Dry Salon Commercial Space has been a Golden winner in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design award category in the year 2019 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Gold A' Design Award is granted to designs that demonstrate a high level of innovation and a significant impact on their intended audience. Recognized as a major achievement by the A' Design Awards, these designs are characterized by their visionary approach and the exceptional skill of their creators. Winners of the Gold A' Design Award are noted for their ability to push the envelope in art, science, design, and technology, delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. These designs serve as benchmarks for excellence, encouraging further innovation and inspiring future generations of designers.

Image Credits

For design images and photos please credit Chien Ting Chen.

Golden Recognition

Chien Ting Chen was recognized with the coveted Golden A' Design Award in 2020, a testament to excellence of their work Dry Salon Commercial Space.

Chien Ting Chen Press Releases

Attention press members and journalists: We offer a collection of press releases on Chien Ting Chen and their notable work, available for your unrestricted use. Now available: Immediate access to 4 press releases for journalists.

Dry Salon Renovation Project by Chien Ting Chen Wins Golden A' Design Award

Chien Ting Chen's Dry Salon renovation project, located in Taipei City, Taiwan, has been awarded the prestigious Golden A' Design Award in 2020 for its outstanding interior space, retail, and exhibition design.

Chien Ting Chen Newsroom

Discover outstanding design and award-winning initiatives in the Chien Ting Chen Newsroom.