CHAO-CHUN KUNG Selected Projects 2017-2024
Bio-Integrated Design MArch Year 2 University College London Bachelor degree in Architecture National Taiwan University of Science and Technology
Work Experience
About Chao-Chun Kung is a versatile interdisciplinary designer, founder of innovusdesign.org (international design group) , whose projects including landscape, architecture, interior design, animation, interactive art, and sculpture. He is committed to proposing forward-thinking and innovative sustainable design solutions.
Embrace innovation and sustainability Embrace innovation and sustainability is the guiding principle of my design philosophy. As a multidisciplinary architecture and interior designer, I believe that every space has the potential to tell a story and leave a lasting impact on its inhabitants. To achieve this, My approach to design is to combine creativity with functionality and a deep understanding of the environment.
Awards
2023
2023 National Art Exhibition R.O.C - Awarded
Cheng Jingxuan Architects
2022 iF DESIGN TALENT AWARD - Best of the Year
2021
2021 Outstanding Youth of NTUST
Jiekang Design Co., Ltd. 2020 Bio-Architecture Formosana
2021 Member of The Phi Tau Phi Scholastic Honor Society 2021 Photographs licensed to Chunghwa Post Co., Ltd.
2019
2021 Lexus design award - 2nd Place
Chew biz Design studio
2021 International Photography Awards (IPA) - 2nd Place
2019
2021 Photography Master prize Award - Winner
Tsai Tin Fang Architect Studio
2021 INSPIRELI AWARDS - Finalist
2018 Atelier d’ESA Design
Exhibition
2021 Asia Pacific Interior Design Awards – Top 5 2020 Reddot Design Award - Winner 2020 The Architecture Master Prize (AMP) - Best of Best 2020 A’ Design Award - Iron
2023 National Art Exhibition R.O.C, Taichung, Taiwan
I strive to incorporate innovative solutions that not only enhance the aesthetics of a space, but also promote sustainability and reduce environmental impact. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for exploring new materials and technologies, I am constantly pushing the boundaries of traditional design to find innovative solutions that are both functional and sustainable.
2020 Industrial Design Excellence Award - Finalist
2022 The Bartlett B-Pro Show, London, UK
2020 National Photo Contest on Rice Fields - Gold
2022 London Festival of Architecture, London, UK
2020 Steel Structure Tower Design Competition - Silver
2022 CIDEA Design Show, Adelaide, Australia
2019 International Design Award (IDA) - Gold Prize
My commitment to quality and dedication to excellence drive me to take on new challenges and create inspiring spaces that make a positive impact on the world around us. Whether it’s a residential project or a large-scale commercial space, I approach each project with the same level of enthusiasm, attention to detail, and sustainability-focused mindset.
2021 NTUST Architecture Graduation Online Show
2019 Volume Zero Competitions House of Santa - Sliver
2020 Design For Taiwan 4th Show, Taipei, Taiwan
2019 Lien Jade Real Estate Contest - honorable mention
2019 19.20 Group Exhibition, Taipei, Taiwan
2019 NTNU Photography Competition – Bronze
2018 NTUST Fresh Design Show, Taipei, Taiwan
2019 Golden Pin Concept Design Award - Preliminary Selected
2017 Streaming Phantom Photo Exhibit, Taipei, Taiwan
2018 Biomimicry Global Design Challenge - Award of Merit
2013 Dongnan Fine Art Group Exhibition, Yunlin, Taiwan
2018 Steel Structure Bridge Design Competition - Silver
Content Academic Project Looking forward to daily life Plaza design with multi-level greenery
Professional Project
Organic Purify Blocks Modular system to optimize the environment
Fuhua Fugui Zhongshan Reception Centre Reception Centre
Bio-Optimized Greenhouse Revolutionizing prototype with biomaterials
Track to Beauty Center for Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery
Energy Bridge Sustainable bridge design for novel algae fuel cells
Tainan City AnNan District Sports Center Eco-community sports complex
Bio Caring A sustainable and innovative senior care center
Taipei 101 Sky Park (Phase-II) Sustainable Circular Design Redefines Vertical Living
Future of Museum Opened and digitalized new museum style Renaissance of Chinese Architecture Reflects the local characters and culture attitude Crystal Palace Metaverse Exhibition Space
Appendix Exhibited & Awarded Works Digital art, photography, product & interior design
Looking forward to daily life Plaza design with multi-level greenery ChaoChun Kung Pei-chi Tsai 2023
Concept Diagram
History
The Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall in Taipei is a prominent monument built in memory of the former President of the Republic of China, Chiang Kai-shek. Completed in 1980, the hall is a fusion of traditional Chinese architectural elements and modern design, symbolizing Chiang’s significant but controversial role in the country’s history. While some admire Chiang for his leadership against Japanese invasion and his efforts in developing Taiwan, others criticize his authoritarian rule, marked by human rights abuses, notably the 228 Incident and the subsequent White Terror period. These divergent views on Chiang’s legacy fuel ongoing debates about Taiwanese identity and the hall’s purpose, with some advocating for its repurposing to reflect a broader narrative of Taiwan’s history and democratic evolution.
Relations between Distance with Park and Air Temperature In the face of the epidemic, public relations have many changes and uncertainties. Society has a lot of confusion and fear in people’s hearts. In fact, not only the epidemic but also the social, political, and economic news and events in our society in recent years have often been negative. For example, the almost year-long war between Russia and Ukraine, the collapse of cryptocurrencies, and the stock market have profoundly impacted the public and left people feeling breathless. The life we want and aspire to is often the most ordinary, stable, and comfortable environment, like air, sunshine, and water. Freedom and security are also of them. We don’t feel it when we have it, but we feel immense pain when we are deprived of it. The site has the potential to be a welcoming urban living room where people can meet, move and share in a multi-functional space where cheerful colors encourage natural interaction and smiles. The current use of this space is now for the general public and tourists from around the world and is no longer so strongly intended. In the future, this should be the case. After the epidemic, this site could be a place of rebirth, leading people together into a more colorful and varied future. The design is based on analyzing the urban environment and user comfort. It is an important transition point to address Taipei’s severe heat island effect during the summer months. The park’s central plaza is transformed by introducing urban sunlight, solar radiation analysis, and wind flow analysis. A multi-level elevated green space is proposed to alleviate the high temperature during the day and create a multi-level open space. At the same time, quantitative development also echoes people’s aspirations and expectations for a better life.
Integrated Environmental System for Urban Green Plaza
Activities and Functions
Organic Purify Blocks Modular system to optimize the environment ChaoChun Kung 2021
Bio-Optimized Greenhouse Revolutionizing prototype with biomaterials ChaoChun Kung Man I Che Simeng Sun
Bio-Optimized Greenhouse Revolutionizing prototype with biomaterials
2022 The primary aim of a greenhouse is to provide optimal conditions for plant growth. Nevertheless, the construction components and maintenance contribute to an immensely negative effect on the environment. In this project, we would like to provide a possible solution from a multi-disciplinary perspective, integrating computational design, digital fabrication, material science and biochemical dynamics to introduce an innovative prototype in contrast to the conventional architectural design of the glasshouse. The primary architectural proposal was established based on the data generated from a series of computational simulations of predominantly wind and radiation. The linkage of the data using programming commands thus developed an optimal structure, which was then integrated with bio-transforming hydrogel biomaterials containing bio-pigment to establish the final prototype. The hydrogel imitates the human skin ‘barrier’ system for building the facade, controlling the amount of light to get through. The result is the final concept of the sustainable greenhouse.
Energy Bridge Sustainable bridge design for novel algae fuel cells ChaoChun Kung Bommisetty Sameera Mynasabgari Sharifunnisa 2022
Bio Caring A sustainable and innovative senior care center ChaoChun Kung David Lee Pei-chi Tsai 2020
Future of Museum Opened and digitalized new museum style ChaoChun Kung 2021
Renaissance of Chinese Architecture Reflects the local characters and culture attitude ChaoChun Kung 2020
Crystal Palace Metaverse Exhibition Space Chao-Chun Kung David Lee Pei-chi Tsai 2021
YEAR 2019 LOCATION Taipei SITE AREA 3,500 m² STATUS Completed
Fuhua Fugui Zhongshan Reception Centre Reception Centre Initial Design by ChaoChun Kung TTF Architecture Studio
The design of the reception center for Fuhua construction emphasizes a minimalist, cubic form, harmoniously blending modern architecture with natural elements. The use of curtain glass walls is a key feature, allowing an abundance of natural light to permeate the interior, creating an airy and welcoming atmosphere. This transparent facade not only invites in the daylight but also offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, strengthening the connection between the indoors and outdoors. The layout is open and flexible, allowing for easy navigation while also providing spaces for informal meetings or quiet reflection. This reception center is not just a gateway to Fuhua construction but a statement of its values and vision, combining modern design with sustainability and a deep respect for the natural environment.
Plan
Elevation
Rendering
YEAR 2020 LOCATION Taipei SITE AREA 300 m² STATUS Completed
Track to Beauty Center for Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery Interior Design by ChaoChun Kung JieKang Interior Design
The interior design depicted in the image embraces a modern, minimalist aesthetic with a strong emphasis on linearity and light. The dominant use of white, from the walls to the built-in bench seating, creates a clean, sterile environment which is often preferred in medical settings for both hygiene and visual clarity. The floor is finished with large slabs of marble, or a marble-like material, introducing a subtle pattern and a touch of luxury, which is often associated with high-end medical facilities. This choice of flooring not only adds an element of sophistication but also reflects light, contributing to the overall luminosity of the space.
YEAR 2021 - 2025 LOCATION Tainan SITE AREA 13,994 m² STATUS Under Construction
Tainan City AnNan District Sports Center Eco-community sports complex Visualised by ChaoChun Kung Biophilia Architecture Association
The project is located on both sides of the river in the Jiufenzi eco-community in the Annan district of Tainan. The design is based on the imagery of the Taijiang River settlement and the Taijiang River house (bamboo cage) to create a sports complex that belongs to the Taijiang River area. The project is designed as two buildings connected by a double-layered bridge in the center, not only considering the users of the sports hall, but also focusing on the living path of the local residents, creating a sports area that combines park landscape, riverside walkway, and ecological waters. We hope that this sports complex will not only provide people with a good indoor and outdoor sports place, but also let them experience the culture and customs of Taijiang, which is a series of stories about the alternation of land and water.
YEAR 2020 LOCATION Taipei SITE AREA 727 m² STATUS Completed
Taipei 101 Sky Park (Phase-II) Sustainable Circular Design Redefines Vertical Living Furniture and Interior Design by ChaoChun Kung Bio-architecture Formosana
Taipei 101, the tallest building in Taiwan is a vertical living community. According to statistics, there are approximately 13,000 employees entering and leaving Taipei 101 every day. The challenge was to design a comfortable interior space for the 35th floor of the building for its tenants to relish. From the first phase to the second phase of the Sky Park living service area, we reduced the material waste. We implemented the “rental and purchase” service on the 35th floor of furniture (IKEA), lamps (Philips), and plants (floral space). Manufacturers provide the furniture and products required by Taipei 101, regularly inspect, repair and replace them, breaking the traditional furniture “manufacturing-buying-using-discarding” model, and instead opting for the “product as a service” concept of a circular economy.
Appendix
Product Design /2020 /Team Work
Architecture Design /2021 /Team Work
Architecture Design /2021 /Team Work
Product Design /2020 /Team Work
Architecture Design /2019 /Team Work
Architecture Design /2019 /Personal Work
Digital Art /2022 /Personal Work
Digital Art /2021 /Personal Work
Digital Art /2023 /Personal Work
Architecture Design /2019 /Team Work
Architecture Design /2019 /Team Work
Photography /2020 /Personal Work
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