Woomi Construction Wins Main Prize at iF Design Award... Elevator Reimagined as a "Healing Space"

A Sense of Openness with "Artificial Sky" Lighting
Consideration for Vulnerable Users with Automatic Folding Chairs

Woomi Construction announced on March 3 that its elevator design concept, "The Infinite Chamber," has won the main prize in the Interior Architecture Concepts category at the 2026 iF Design Award. The iF Design Award, established in Germany in 1953, is considered one of the world’s top three design awards, alongside Germany’s Red Dot Design Award and the U.S. IDEA. This year, around 10,000 entries from 68 countries competed for recognition.

The award-winning "The Infinite Chamber" reinterprets the elevator not just as a means of transportation, but as a space where passengers can experience rest and healing, even during brief rides. The concept is based on the value of "purity" emphasized by Woomi Construction’s residential brand, Lynn.

Rear image of Umi Construction elevator design concept 'The Infinite Chamber'. Umi Construction

The most striking feature is the artificial skylight lighting installed on the ceiling. This creates a natural light effect reminiscent of the blue sky within the enclosed elevator interior, providing passengers with a sense of openness and psychological comfort. The use of curved, asymmetrical facade layouts also helps to alleviate visual tension.

The universal design, which considers various users, also received high praise. For users with mobility challenges, such as the elderly and pregnant women, an automatic folding portable chair is built into the wall. In addition, the handrails are made of antimicrobial copper material. Integrating an emergency call (SOS) switch at the end of the handrail allows for intuitive response in urgent situations, which is another distinctive feature.

A Woomi Construction representative stated, "Rather than focusing on complex or ostentatious technology, our design philosophy of creating spaces where everyone can feel safe has been recognized globally. We will continue to present innovative and warm designs that enrich the daily lives of our customers."

Image of the automatic folding portable chair from Umi Construction's elevator design concept 'The Infinite Chamber'. Umi Construction

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