GAFA Changgang Admin Bldg Design Kantoor Binneruimte Ontwerp by Tong Xin Cai

GAFA Changgang Admin Bldg Design Kantoor Binneruimte Ontwerp by Tong Xin Cai is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award in Silwer in Binneruimte- en Uitstallingsontwerp Competition Category.

SilwerInterieur· 2026

GAFA Changgang Admin Bldg Design Kantoor Binneruimte Ontwerp

by Tong Xin Cai

A' Design Award in Silwer Winner in Interieur Category

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The Design

About GAFA Changgang Admin Bldg Design Kantoor Binneruimte Ontwerp

GAFA Changgang Admin Bldg Design is 'n binnenshuise opknapping van die administrasiegebou by die Changgang-kampus. Die projek dek ongeveer 3600 vierkante meter binneruimte in 'n gebou van vier verdiepings. Die ontwerp behou die ikoniese boog van die oorspronklike struktuur en voeg spieëlplafonne in spieëlafgewerkte vlekvrye staal, porseleinwit mure, allooistaal-elemente en koel beligting by. Beperkte plafonhoogte en swak natuurlike lig word deur weerkaatsing en visuele verlenging aangespreek. Historiese simbole word met moderne materiale verenig.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award in Silwer

GAFA Changgang Admin Bldg Design Kantoor Binneruimte Ontwerp is 'n wenner van die A' Design Award in Silwer, 'n buitengewoon prestigieuse erkenning wat toegeken word aan topklas-, pragtige en indrukwekkende ontwerpe. Wenners in Silwer is geweldig briljante en uiters kreatiewe werke wat die uitstaande kundigheid, talent en skerpsinnigheid van hul ontwerpers illustreer. Daar word verwag dat GAFA Changgang Admin Bldg Design Kantoor Binneruimte Ontwerp 'n wonderlike vertoonstuk is wat merkwaardig professioneel en diepgaande innoverend is. Hierdie ontwerp wat die A' Design Award in Silwer gewen het, is 'n hoogs noemenswaardige, bewonderde uitvinding wat die grense van kuns, wetenskap, ontwerp en tegnologie bevoordeel en uitbrei. GAFA Changgang Admin Bldg Design Kantoor Binneruimte Ontwerp is 'n wyd beny skepping wat begeertes oproep, positiewe gevoelens bring en verbasing en verwondering wek.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: 1.The design draws inspiration from inheriting and reinterpreting the historical symbols of the GAFA Changgang Campus Administration Building. By preserving the iconic arch, introducing mirrored ceilings and porcelain-white walls, it addresses spatial constraints and poor lighting, creating an elegant, transparent, and pristine atmosphere. The fusion of tradition and innovation endows the public space with renewed value.
Dimensions & Packaging: Interior area: approximately 3600 square meter
Building area: 4 floors, 4000 square meter
Tags: Archway Mirror Inheritance Innovation Clean
Production Technology: The key challenge of this project was enhancing indoor lighting and ceiling height while preserving the original structure. To address this, we employed mirror-finished stainless steel materials. The installation of the mirrored ceiling and ensuring its flatness presented the most difficult aspects of the project. After installing the ceiling joists, the factory safely transported the mirrored ceiling panels to the site. Welding components connecting to the joists were then attached to the back of the stainless steel panels. Using a hoist system, the panels were lifted into place and installed.
Design Challenge: The creative and research challenge of this project lies in balancing the continuation of historical architectural symbols with the infusion of modern design language within limited spatial and contextual constraints. It requires preserving iconic elements such as arches while employing innovations in mirrors, light, and materials to address cramped space and insufficient lighting, ultimately achieving harmony between tradition and modernity.
Research: By adopting design approaches such as mirrored ceilings, porcelain-coated finishes, and alloy steel structures, the project addresses issues of insufficient lighting and low ceiling height. Through inheriting the historical style while embedding modern symbols, it creates an elegant, transparent, and pristine spatial atmosphere, reinforcing the unity of functionality and aesthetic value.
Inspiration: The design draws inspiration from inheriting and reinterpreting the historical symbols of the GAFA Changgang Campus Administration Building. By preserving the iconic arch, introducing mirrored ceilings and porcelain-white walls, it addresses spatial constraints and poor lighting, creating an elegant, transparent, and pristine atmosphere. The fusion of tradition and innovation endows the public space with renewed value.
Project Duration: From July 2023 to November 2023, completed.
Operation Flow: Through mirrored reflection and spatial extension, combined with arch symbols, porcelain-coated finishes, alloy steel structures, and cool lighting, the design achieves symbolic implantation, visual guidance, and spatial optimization in environmental renovation.
Patents: A modular door frame for rapid installation and removal. ZL 2024 1 1965976.2. TongXin Cai. 2025. China.
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer TongXin Cai, Plastic Memory, 2023.
Image #2: Photographer TongXin Cai, Plastic Memory, 2023.
Image #3: Photographer TongXin Cai, Plastic Memory, 2023.
Image #4: Photographer TongXin Cai, Plastic Memory, 2023.
Image #5: Photographer TongXin Cai, Plastic Memory, 2023.
Video Credits：ZeKai Lao, 2023.