inside taiwan's architecture studios through the lens of marc goodwin

MARC GOODWIN CAPTURES taiwan’s ARCHITECTURE STUDIOS

In the past decade, architectural photographer Marc Goodwin has been documenting the workspaces of numerous architecture firms worldwide. This ongoing project provides an exclusive glimpse into the interiors of renowned practices, capturing various workspace atmospheres. With offices in London, Beijing, Berlin, and Vienna already captured through his lens (see our previous coverage here), Goodwin, the founder of Archmospheres photography studio, has now shifted his focus to Taiwan’s dynamic architectural scene. Collaborating with architect, publisher, educator, and curator Alessandro Martinelli, Goodwin presents his latest photo series, inviting audiences to explore 19 studios, including those of Fieldoffice Architects, Kris Yao ARTECH, Bio-architecture Formosana, and others.

all images courtesy of Marc Goodwin / Archmospheres

Fieldoffice Architects

Fieldoffice Architects, located at No. 428 Jianye Road in Yilan City, operates out of a 350 square meter detached house nestled amidst rice fields. The studio moved into this space in 2011, housed within a building constructed in 2004. Previously, the building served as a bed and breakfast in the countryside, run by a couple from Taipei. Currently, the studio is home to a team of 30 individuals. Specializing in architecture and public space, Fieldoffice Architects primarily focuses on public facilities, including museums and community centers. Additionally, they engage in projects related to infrastructure, spiritual spaces, and urban design for the public sector. 

the Fieldoffice Architects studio

Kris Yao ARTECH

Situated at No. 168 Dunhua North Road in Taipei City, Kris Yao ARTECH’s studio occupies 1,140 square meters within a building constructed in 1990, originally used as an office space. Since relocating in 2020, the studio has become home to around 100 dedicated individuals. Specializing in architecture, Kris Yao ARTECH focuses primarily on cultural and corporate projects while also undertaking work in commercial, hotel, transportation, education, residential, spiritual spaces, and urban design for both public and private sectors.

the Kris Yao ARTECH studio

Bio-architecture Formosana

Bio-architecture Formosana, located at No. 47 Section 3 Zhongshan North Road in Taipei City, unfolds within a spacious 465 square meter studio. The team moved into this space in 2017, housed within a building erected in 1973. Currently, the studio accommodates 75 individuals. Specializing in architecture, Bio-architecture Formosana is proficient in various sectors, including cultural, civic, education, transportation, hospitality, workplace, data centers, and residential design for both public and private sectors. 

the Bio-architecture Formosana studio

XRANGE Architects

Located at No. 53 Boai Road in Taipei City, XRANGE Architects‘ studio spans 530 square meters within a building constructed in 1979, originally serving as an office space. Since moving in 2014, the studio has become the workplace for 15 individuals. Specializing in planning, architecture, landscape architecture, exhibition, and product design, XRANGE Architects showcases a versatile skill set across various design disciplines.

the XRANGE Architects studio

Wen-Sheng Lee Architects & Planners

Wen-Sheng Lee Architects & Planners, situated at No. 189 Xinyi Road in Taipei City, occupies a spacious 510 square meter studio within a building erected in 2012. Since moving in 2015, the studio has flourished as a workplace for 40 individuals. Specializing in architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture, Wen-Sheng Lee Architects & Planners demonstrates expertise across multiple facets of the design industry.

Architerior Architects

Architerior Architects, located at No. 445 Guangfu South Road in Taipei City, operates within a modest 135 square meter studio housed in a building constructed in 1968, originally serving as an office space. Since moving in 2007, the studio has been the workplace for 12 individuals. Specializing solely in architecture, Architerior Architects focuses on delivering innovative and functional design solutions.

the Architerior Architects studio

CNHW Planning & Design Consultants

CNHW Planning & Design Consultants, situated at No. 36 Section 1 Changan East Road in Taipei City, occupies a spacious 600 square meter studio within a building erected in 1971, previously used for commercial purposes. Since moving in 2012, the studio has accommodated 36 individuals. Specializing in landscape planning and design, with a focus on public spaces, CNHW Planning & Design Consultants is dedicated to creating vibrant and sustainable environments. 

the CNHW Planning & Design Consultants studio

Atelier Or

Atelier Or, located at No. 162 Jingye 1st Road in Taipei City, operates within a cozy 100 square meter studio. Situated in a building erected in 2010, formerly utilized as an office space, the studio now accommodates 15 dedicated individuals. With a specialization in architecture, interior design, and exhibition design, Atelier Or showcases expertise across multiple facets of the design industry.

the Atelier Or studio

Divooe Zein Architects

Divooe Zein Architects‘ studio, situated at No. 9 Alley 11 Lane 113 Section 2 Zhishan Road in Taipei City, takes shape within a spacious 300 square meter space. The studio moved into this building in 2010, which was constructed in 2005 and previously served as a house. Currently, it serves as the workplace for 10 individuals. Specializing solely in architecture, Divooe Zein Architects is dedicated to delivering innovative and functional design solutions.

CHIEN Architects & Associates

CHIEN Architects & Associates, located at No. 137 Section 2 Jianguo North Road in Taipei City, operates within an expansive 740 square meter studio. The studio moved into this building in 2008, originally constructed in 1985 and previously utilized as an office space. Currently, it houses a team of 19 individuals. Specializing in architecture with a focus on cultural and public facilities, CHIEN Architects & Associates is committed to crafting spaces that enrich communities. 

the CHIEN Architects & Associates studio

BIAS Architects & Associates

BIAS Architects & Associates, headquartered at No. 11 Fuzhi Road in Taipei City, operates within a modest 120 square meter studio. Established in 2015, the studio is housed in a building constructed in 1970, which previously served as a house. Currently, the team comprises 10 professionals. BIAS Architects & Associates specializes in architecture, landscape architecture, and curating, with a particular emphasis on public space and cultural development.

the BIAS Architects & Associates studio

B+P Architects & Planners

B+P Architects & Planners, located at No. 133 Section 2 Huanhe South Road in Taipei City, takes shape within a compact 80 square meter studio. Established in 2018, the studio is situated in a building erected in 1980, previously used as an apartment. Currently, the team consists of 6 individuals. Specializing in architecture, B+P Architects & Planners focuses on the renovation of old or historical buildings.

the B+P Architects & Planners studio

dA VISION DESIGN

Nestled in Taipei City at No. 278 Section 1 Xiyuan Road, dA VISION DESIGN thrives within a generous 200 square meter studio. Established in 2008, the studio found its home in a building dating back to 1986, once a bustling garment warehouse. Presently, it hosts a team of 12 individuals. Specializing in landscape planning and design, with a particular focus on public spaces, dA VISION DESIGN is committed to crafting dynamic and sustainable environments.

the dA VISION DESIGN studio

hii architects

hii architects, situated at No. 299 Danan Road in Taipei City, operates within a compact 85 square meter studio. Having moved in 2014, the studio inhabits a building constructed in 1982, previously functioning as an apartment. Presently, it is home to a team of 12 individuals. Specializing in architecture, interior design, and exhibition design, hii architects showcases versatility across various design disciplines.

the hii architects studio

Jay Chiu Architects & Associates / AxB Architecture Studio

Jay Chiu Architects & Associates, also known as AxB Architecture Studio, is located at No. 29 Lane 165 Guangfu North Road in Taipei City. Their studio spans 180 square meters within a building dating back to the 1970s, formerly a house. Since moving in 2006, the studio has been the workplace for 15 individuals. Specializing solely in architecture, Jay Chiu Architects & Associates/AxB Architecture Studio is dedicated to creating innovative and functional design solutions.

the Jay Chiu Architects & Associates / AxB Architecture Studio

Kuo + Huang and Associates / EHS Design Group

Kuo + Huang and Associates, also operating as EHS Design Group, is situated at No. 147 Section 1 Daan Road in Taipei City. Their studio occupies 210 square meters within a building from the 1970s, formerly an apartment. Since relocating in 1998, the studio has been bustling with a team of 20-30 individuals. Specializing in architecture and interior design, Kuo + Huang and Associates/EHS Design Group are committed to delivering innovative and aesthetically pleasing design solutions.

the Kuo + Huang and Associates / EHS Design Group studio

Motif Planning & Design Consultants

Motif Planning & Design Consultants, located at No. 278 Section 1 Xiyuan Road in Taipei City, operates within a compact 100 square meter studio. The studio moved into this building in 2016, which was constructed in 1986 and previously served as an office space. Currently, the team consists of 11 individuals. Specializing in landscape planning and design, with a focus on public spaces, Motif Planning & Design Consultants is dedicated to creating aesthetically pleasing and sustainable environments. 

studiolin

Studiolin, nestled at No. 117 Yanshou Street in Taipei City, operates within a cozy 85 square meter studio. Having moved in 2023, the studio inhabits a building constructed in 1974, previously serving as a house. Presently, it is home to a team of 3 individuals. Specializing in small-scale and ephemeral architecture, Studiolin focuses on creating innovative and temporary structures.

the studiolin studio

Environmental Arts Design

Environmental Arts Design, situated at No. 31 Lane 165 Guangfu North Road in Taipei City, operates within a compact 100 square meter studio. The studio is housed in a building from the 1970s, previously serving as a house. Currently, it is home to a team of 15 individuals. Specializing in landscape planning and design, with a focus on public spaces, Environmental Arts Design is committed to creating sustainable and aesthetically pleasing environments.

the Environmental Arts Design studio