About
FOUNDER SAYS
For a retail center to thrive, it must possess the commercial value that attracts high-quality tenants and an environment that invites foot traffic to stay and consume. As a leader in professional design and planning for commercial architecture, our goal is to create immersive environments that seamlessly drive engagement and stimulate consumer spending.
INTRODUCTION
Design begins with intention, and our partners respond with dedication.
Founded in 1988, DL Design / TL Architects has long adhered to the core philosophy of "Teamwork and the Pursuit of Excellence." We are dedicated to providing comprehensive planning and design services across architecture, interiors, landscapes, lighting, and visual identity. We specialize in various entertainment-related architecture, including theme parks, shopping centers, department store promenades, cinemas, and retail spaces, as well as public buildings and corporate offices. In recent years, we have also expanded our expertise into urban renewal for historic buildings, hotels and B&Bs, and bespoke residential projects, while further venturing into product and home décor design. Our team of elite designers consists of graduates from world-renowned architectural schools, enabling us to deliver cutting-edge and visionary concepts with an international perspective.
Establishment of Taipei and Shanghai offices
"We established our Shanghai office in 2008, offering a comprehensive, one-stop service experience. DL Design / TL Architecture holds a steadfast belief that true design begins with the heart, shaping spaces where users can genuinely feel the warmth. With honesty and dedication, we bring our clients' visions to life, standing by them as supportive, lifelong partners.
The Integrator of Architecture, Interiors, and Visuals
We listen closely to our clients' needs to solve their most complex challenges. Guided by the aesthetics of living and architectural philosophy, we deliver comprehensive, fully integrated designs. This is achieved through the seamless synergy of our in-house architecture, interior, and visual design teams, balanced by a robust network of trusted consultants in MEP, HVAC, fire protection, and structural engineering. With offices in both Taipei and Shanghai, we are perfectly positioned to serve clients across the Taiwan Strait and globally—always creating from the heart.
Universal Design
Design is not merely a discipline; it is both the process and the result of multi-dimensional integration.” For us, cross-disciplinary thinking is the driving force that propels our firm forward. Beyond our dedication to integrating architecture, interiors, and visuals, DL Design / TL Architecture is constantly pushing boundaries in the field of artisanal furniture and lighting design. We look to the future with a steadfast commitment to achieving the ultimate benchmark of 'holistic design.