Once Time Stage: A Unique Showcase of Sanitaryware Artistry

Tiku + Design's Innovative Approach to Sanitaryware Showroom Design

The 'Once Time Stage' is a testament to the beauty of simplicity. Inspired by the Japanese concepts of Wabi and Sabi, Tiku + Design has created a space that is both dynamic and static, using simple lines and a monochromatic color scheme of black, white, and gray. The result is a space that emphasizes the inner beauty of the products on display, rather than the exterior design and decorations.

What sets this design apart is its unique approach to the exhibition space. Rather than being just a showroom, Tiku + Design has defined this space as “A background that can accentuate the beauty of commodity”. This definition has led to the creation of a stage where the products can shine spontaneously, highlighting their individuality and uniqueness.

The realization of this design was achieved through the use of rocks and Semco (Polished bond), materials that subtly downplay the exterior design and decorations, thereby focusing attention on the beauty of the products themselves. The showroom, which spans an area of 180 square meters, was designed and constructed between November 2017 and March 2018 in Taipei city, Taiwan.

The design process was guided by two key elements: axis and time. The axis, which represents the connection between Italy and Taiwan, was determined by drawing a line between the two points on a map, resulting in an 8.722-degree turn on site. Time, on the other hand, was represented by the products, each of which was designed in a different period, and by the distance and scale of the showroom, which was divided into five spaces based on how long a customer would stay and the size and quantity of the products.

Despite the challenges of creating a simple yet remarkable stage for each product, Tiku + Design successfully achieved their goal. Each product, unique in its design and time of creation, is given a clean background to showcase itself, resulting in a space that is not just an exhibition, but a stage where the beauty of each product can shine spontaneously.

The 'Once Time Stage' has been recognized for its innovative design, winning the Silver A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award in 2019. This prestigious award is given to designs that demonstrate outstanding expertise and innovation, and that introduce positive feelings, amazement, and wonder. With its unique approach to sanitaryware showroom design, the 'Once Time Stage' certainly fits the bill.