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The Graphic sofa provides a more structured seating, referring to the sofas of the past where people sat more upright to talk. The shape of the piece derives from two circular shapes, one being an extension of the first. The sofa is comfortable and perfect for public spaces such as receptions, once they promote a formal way of seating.
Continue readingWanping Theater is a comprehensive and traditional professional opera theatre in Shanghai. The building concept is derived from the Folding Fan in Chinese opera, which could express an elegant appearance while showing the unique temperament of Chinese culture. The lighting design strategy is based on the concept, which has been proposed to express the shape and texture of the facade, meanwhile it also led the lighting principle to the interior.
Continue readingThe furniture design is inspired by the life form of a butterfly. Through refining the wing form of a butterfly in different states and combining with the single support structure of home seat, it evolves into angular and clever seat form and the overall style is relatively lively, giving people a sense of lightness and vitality. And the manufacturing process is 3D printed in one. The wrapping seat and back provide a comfortable experience for the seat, and the interconnected seat structure makes the seat stronger.
Continue readingGentleman Chair is a unique design. Traditional culture is expressed in modern language through design. In visual language, it has an elegant and calm temperament and is as polite as a gentleman. Secondly, the simple shape and elegant proportion need innovative technology to achieve. The support system of the chair needs the integrated wood board and metal bending technology, which highlights the unique manufacturing technology, and reflects the combination of traditional culture and modern manufacturing.
Continue readingThe Union Church was founded in 1886, located closely to the Bund in Shanghai. It hasn't been properly reused for many years until 2021, and it will be transformed into a music performance space. The aim of lighting design is to create a small and beautiful spiritual space meeting the need of performing. The functional light is used to create a uniform and comfortable lighting environment and meet the needs of the stage lighting at the same time. The main pendant light is a ‘creative highlight’, combining both the lighting and acoustic requirements.
Continue readingApollo was borne out of a synergy of experts in the aeronautical industry, using a synthesis of engineering and design, technology, and hand-crafted manufacturing, a fusion of the aesthetics of modern art with the functionality of contemporary living. The form is inspired by the Apollo 13 lunar module. It presents a monumental symmetrical and minimalistic form, with directed clean lines and precise details, which is associated with power and success. Apollo can adapt and dominate in the open spaces of most modern luxury interiors.
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