Orient Original Deseño de Interiores Residencial by Ping Zhang

Orient Original Deseño de Interiores Residencial by Ping Zhang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award de Bronce in Deseño de Espazos Interiores e de Exposición Competition Category.

BronceInteriorismo· 2026

Orient Original Deseño de Interiores Residencial

by Ping Zhang

Client: Ping Zhang

A' Design Award de Bronce Winner in Interiorismo Category

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The Design

About Orient Original Deseño de Interiores Residencial

Orient Original é un deseño de interiores residencial para unha vivenda de 500 metros cadrados en Pequín, China. Un atrio soterrado iluminado polo sol forma o centro do plano, unindo dous niveis inferiores e difuminando o límite entre o que está por riba e por baixo do chan. A zona afundida pode servir como sala de té, salón de estar ou cinema. Un teito de vidro, paredes de ladrillo de vidro e paneis espellados aumentan a luz natural e amplían a sensación de espazo. As chapas de madeira escura combínanse coa madeira clara e a pedra natural. O mobiliario e o almacenamento feitos á medida apoian a vida familiar diaria e as reunións sociais.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award de Bronce

Orient Original Deseño de Interiores Residencial gañou o A' Design Award de Bronce, un recoñecemento altamente prestixioso outorgado a deseños sobresaíntes que se distinguen pola creatividade, o enxeño e a sagacidade. Os gañadores Bronce son artefactos amplamente hábiles e sorprendentemente creativos que autentican a vasta experiencia, imaxinación e enxeño dos seus deseñadores. Espérase que Orient Original Deseño de Interiores Residencial sexa un obxecto moi apreciado, admirado e querido, notablemente profesional e innovador. Este deseño gañador do A' Design Award de Bronce incorpora as mellores prácticas da arte, a ciencia, o deseño e a tecnoloxía, e é excelente pola súa atención ao detalle. Orient Original Deseño de Interiores Residencial satisfai espléndidamente as necesidades, toca os desexos, encanta os sentimentos e atrae a curiosidade.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: A sunlit underground atrium is the project's highlight, blurring boundaries between above and below ground. The sunken area flexibly transforms into a tearoom, lounge, or cinema. Black tones anchor spatial strength, while warm timber softens contours. Light and shadow act as the language of space, balancing order and freedom for everyday living.
Dimensions & Packaging: The residence spans 500 sqm. Key areas include a tearoom, dining spaces, living room, bedrooms, and multifunctional zones. The layout balances daily family needs with social gatherings, achieving comfort, flexibility, and spatial cohesion.
Tags: Daylight, atrium, flexible space, light and shadow, timber, serenity, ease, family life, spiritual belonging, poetic dwelling
Production Technology: The project uses a glass roof and glass brick walls to maximize daylight, with mirrored panels extending spatial perception. Dark wood veneers contrast with light timber textures and natural stone, creating balance between strength and softness. Custom furniture and storage emphasize both function and aesthetics, highlighting the interplay of material and light.
Design Challenge: The original B2 space was narrow and dim, so the south side was expanded to improve daylight. The vertical connection between B1 and B2 was opened, creating interaction between the two levels.
Unlike traditional layouts, the ground floor living room was removed and transformed into a multifunctional leisure space for the owner, while dining and kitchen activities were shifted to the B1 area.
Research: The study focused on urban women's lifestyles and emotional needs. Through interviews and observation, the team identified "serenity and ease" as the design goal. Iterative spatial experiments refined the approach, resulting in a home that accommodates both daily routines and inner reflection, proving the synergy of light, material, and lifestyle.
Inspiration: The project draws inspiration from the owner's desire for tranquility. Natural light, timber, and the passage of time form the core elements, shaping a 500 sqm home that embodies serenity and cultural depth. The space evolves with daily life, becoming a reflection of the resident's soul and a place of spiritual belonging.
Project Duration: The project is located in Beijing, China. Design began in May 2022 and was completed in December 2023.
Operation Flow: The design emphasizes adaptability and interaction: the sunken zone shifts from tearoom to lounge to cinema, while the dining area supports both daily meals and family gatherings. Changing daylight transforms atmosphere, offering residents layered experiences and a resonance between nature, time, and emotional states.
Image Credits: Photos by: HANMO VISION | YI GAO