Orient Original Hoʻolālā Hoʻonani Loko o ka Hale Noho by Ping Zhang

Orient Original Hoʻolālā Hoʻonani Loko o ka Hale Noho by Ping Zhang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Keleawe in Hoʻolālā Loko Hale a me Hōʻike Competition Category.

KeleaweLoko Hale· 2026

Orient Original Hoʻolālā Hoʻonani Loko o ka Hale Noho

by Ping Zhang

Client: Ping Zhang

A' Design Award Keleawe Winner in Loko Hale Category

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The Design

About Orient Original Hoʻolālā Hoʻonani Loko o ka Hale Noho

He hoʻolālā hoʻonani loko ʻo Orient Original no kekahi hale noho he 500 mika kuea ma Beijing, Kina. He kahua waena i mālamalama ʻia e ka lā ma lalo o ka honua ka piko o ka hoʻolālā, e hoʻohui ana i nā papa haʻahaʻa ʻelua a e hoʻopohihihi ana i ka palena ma waena o luna a me lalo o ka honua. Hiki i ka wahi i hoʻokomo ʻia i lalo ke lilo i lumi inu kī, i lumi hoʻomaha, a i ʻole i hale kiʻiʻoniʻoni. Hoʻonui ka hale kaupoku aniani, nā paia pōhaku aniani, a me nā papa aniani kilo i ka mālamalama o ke ao a me ka manaʻo o ke ākea. Hui pū nā ʻili lāʻau ʻeleʻele me ka lāʻau māmā a me ka pōhaku kūlohelohe. Kākoʻo nā lako hale i hana pilikino ʻia a me nā wahi waiho i ka nohona ʻohana o kēlā me kēia lā a me nā hālāwai launa.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Keleawe

Ua lanakila ka hoʻolālā Orient Original Hoʻolālā Hoʻonani Loko o ka Hale Noho i ka A' Design Award Keleawe, he ʻike hoʻohanohano nui loa i hāʻawi ʻia i nā hoʻolālā kūʻokoʻa i ʻike ʻia ma o ka hana noʻeau, ka akamai a me ka makakoho. He mau hana mākaukau a hana noʻeau kupaianaha nā lanakila Keleawe e hōʻoia ana i ka ʻike nui, ka noʻonoʻo a me ka maʻalea o kā lākou poʻe hoʻolālā. Manaʻo ʻia ʻo ka hoʻolālā Orient Original Hoʻolālā Hoʻonani Loko o ka Hale Noho he mea i mahalo nui ʻia, hoʻohiwahiwa ʻia a aloha ʻia, he ʻoihana a hou loa. ʻO kēia hoʻolālā i lanakila i ka A' Design Award Keleawe e hoʻohui ana i nā hana maikaʻi loa o ka hana noʻeau, ka ʻepekema, ka hoʻolālā a me ka ʻenehana, a maikaʻi no kona nānā ʻana i nā kikoʻī. Hoʻokō maikaʻi ka hoʻolālā Orient Original Hoʻolālā Hoʻonani Loko o ka Hale Noho i nā pono, hoʻopā i ka makemake, hoʻohiwahiwa i nā manaʻo a huki i ka makemake e ʻike.

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