2025
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This project, themed "Duality of Day and Night," is conceived as a transformative lifestyle hub that evolves throughout the day, offering a continuous companionship from alertness to gentle inebriation.
The architectural intervention involved a strategic modification of the original two-story structure. A section of the second-floor slab was removed to create a double-height void, enhancing visual connectivity, spatial permeability, and an overall sense of expansiveness. The ground floor is centered around a central bar and casual seating, fostering an open and social atmosphere. The upper level accommodates private rooms and booth seating, catering to diverse needs.
Materiality grounds the space in a natural, tactile aesthetic. Cement-textured paint and warm wood tones form the foundational palette, establishing a serene daytime ambiance. As evening descends, a dynamic, programmable lighting system transforms the environment, immersing it in the sophisticated and intimate mood of a bar.
This space seamlessly transitions from a vibrant café serving coffee, brunch, and light meals by day, into a spirited bar with live music by night. It is more than a venue; it is an evocative journey from daylight to moonlight, a dedicated space for both idealistic pursuits and personal reflection. We are crafting a new urban lifestyle, offering a complete and continuous experience for every moment, from the first sober sip to the last mellow one.
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Jiazhao Shi, Chuanrui Li, Kuan Lu, and Donghui Zhang
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Service Design - Artificial Intelligence
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Tongjiang Chenhe Shan Yu Hua Tremella Co., Ltd.
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Packaging Design - Dried Goods & Edible Fungi
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Elephant Bag Company SAS
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Product Design - Travel Accessories