Kunming Wangfujing Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Khw Muag Khoom by Yeenian Yao

Kunming Wangfujing Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Khw Muag Khoom by Yeenian Yao is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Hlau in Tsim Chav Sab Hauv thiab Kev Nthuav Qhia Competition Category.

HlauSab Hauv· 2025

Kunming Wangfujing Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Khw Muag Khoom

by Yeenian Yao

Client: Whikin Yao

A' Design Award Hlau Winner in Sab Hauv Category

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The Design

About Kunming Wangfujing Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Khw Muag Khoom

Kunming Wangfujing yog ib lub khw muag khoom sab hauv uas nthuav dav 1900 metres square nyob Kunming, Suav Teb. Tus qauv tsim no siv txoj kev khaws ntaub Bai cov neeg (tie-dye) rau hauv ib qhov chaw lag luam niaj hnub no. Cov qauv xiav thiab dawb yog siv tes khi thiab siv cov kua nplooj ntoos ntawm qoob loo, yog li ntawd txhua daim ntaub yeej muaj nws tus qauv tshwj xeeb tsis zoo ib yam li lwm daim. Cov ntaub ntawm cotton thiab linen tiag tiag raug xaiv los ntawm qhov haum siab thiab kev khaws cia mus ntev. Qhov chaw tsim muab cov khw thiab cov chaw so npaj kom taug kev tau ywj siab, thaum cov nroj tsuag thiab rooj zaum ua rau muaj ib puas tsav yam tus yeeb yam ntsiag to. Lub hom phiaj yog los txuas cov kab lis kev cai ib cheeb tsam nrog rau kev muag khoom niaj hnub no.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Hlau

Kunming Wangfujing Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Khw Muag Khoom yog tus yeej ntawm A' Design Award Hlau, ib qho kev lees paub muaj meej mom uas muab rau cov qauv tsim zoo uas ua tau raws li cov kev xav tau ntawm kev ua haujlwm thiab kev lag luam uas xav tau los ntawm cov khoom tsim zoo. Cov neeg yeej Hlau qhia txog kev txawj loj, kev paub tshwj xeeb siab, kev nkag siab ntawm cov kws tshaj lij thiab lub peev xwm tsim ntawm cov neeg tsim. Kunming Wangfujing Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Khw Muag Khoom xav tias yuav yog ib qho khoom tsim uas neeg hwm, qhuas thiab hlub uas siv tau thiab tsim tshiab. Cov qauv tsim yeej A' Design Award Hlau no sib xyaw cov kev coj ua zoo tshaj plaws ntawm kev lag luam thiab muaj cov yam ntxwv siv tshuab txawj ntse txuas nrog kev paub thiab txuj ci. Kunming Wangfujing Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Khw Muag Khoom tau txais kev hwm vim nws tag nrho thiab tsim los muab kev txhim kho rau lub neej uas pab ua rau lub ntiaj teb zoo dua.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The 1900m² renovation project , seamlessly blends China's intangible cultural heritage with modern commercial spaces. This design transcends mere surface decoration, delving deep into the essence of cultural heritage and innovation. Within the space, the blue-and-white interweaving of tie-dye resembles a dialogue between history and modernity, preserving the purity and charm of the intangible cultural heritage while endowing the mall with an unprecedented fashion vitality.
Dimensions & Packaging: In terms of technical characteristics, tie-dye utilizes hand-tying knots and natural dyes to achieve randomness in patterns and a layered effect in colors, ensuring that every piece of fabric is unique. Regarding specifications, high-quality pure cotton fabrics are carefully selected, incorporating environmental protection principles to ensure both comfort and sustainability in the renovated area.
Tags: Kunming Wangfujing； Department Store； Renovated Space； YEENIAN DESIGN； Cultural Integration；Bai Nationality Tie-dye；Eco-friendly Materials
Production Technology: In the renovation project of Kunming Wangfujing Department Store, YEENIAN DESIGN seamlessly integrates the traditional Bai nationality's tie-dye craftsmanship, infusing a unique cultural charm into the 1900m² renovated area. Tie-dye, a renowned traditional handicraft of the Bai people, is celebrated for its natural colors and distinctive patterns. By meticulously selecting natural cotton and linen materials and incorporating modern design concepts, the project utilizes ancient yet exquisite techniques such as hand-tying knots and dyeing with natural plant-based dyes to create spatial decorations that preserve traditional charm while also aligning with modern aesthetics.
Design Challenge: In this renovation project, the biggest creative challenge faced by YEENIAN DESIGN lay in blending tradition with modernity. Internally, the team had to balance the historical depth of the mall with the demands of modern consumers; externally, they were influenced by market changes and technological innovations.

To overcome these challenges, the design team delved deeply into local traditional culture, integrating modern aesthetics and design concepts to create a unique space. Through innovative layout, carefully selected materials, and color schemes, they preserved the historical charm while infusing it with fashionable vitality.
Research: The Kunming Wangfujing Department Store renovation project, targeting the upgrade of a 1900m² core area, was meticulously planned and implemented by "YEENIAN DESIGN". This project aims to reshape the shopping environment and enhance customer experience through modern design concepts and spatial optimization. The renovation focuses on spatial layout, atmosphere creation, and functional improvement, striving to create a comprehensive high end shopping space that integrates shopping, leisure, and entertainment.
Inspiration: The design inspiration stems from the Chinese Bai nationality's tie-dye craftsmanship, blending cultural heritage with modern commercial needs. Inspired by the profound cultural foundations of Bai people in Yunnan, the Design team aims to create a unique shopping experience. By delving deeply into the art of tie-dye, the team extracts the essence of its colors and patterns, incorporating them into the mall renovation, enabling customers to be culturally nurtured while shopping.
Project Duration: The project took 10 months from design to completion，finally competed in Dec 2023 Kunming China.
Operation Flow: After the redesign by the design team, customers can now shop more smoothly, feeling as natural as strolling with an old friend. The designers have arranged the space meticulously, with every store and rest area perfectly positioned, making the shopping experience enjoyable and effortless.

The key lies in their understanding of customers' preferences, seamlessly blending practicality with aesthetics. Green plants, comfortable seating, and thoughtful details contribute to a warmer and more relaxing atmosphere in the mall.
Patents: Interior Design：YEENIAN Interior Design Co., Ltd
Image Credits: Wei Liu