Press Release
Ji Xiang Dao Sales Centre by Ever Rise Construction Co.,Ltd. Wins the Bronze A' Design Award in Architecture, Building and Structure Design
Ever Rise Construction Co.,Ltd. acknowledged for architecture, building and structure design by the international grand jury of the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 23, 2026 /DesignNewswire/ Ji Xiang Dao Sales Centre by Ever Rise Construction Co.,Ltd., designed for E.R.C. Group, has been granted the Bronze A' Design Award in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The recognition forms part of the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who scored anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the Bronze A' Design Award
The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
Regarding Ji Xiang Dao Sales Centre
Ji Xiang Dao is a mixed use sales centre in Taipei, Taiwan. The building works as a small scale department store, combining dining, retail, entertainment and cultural events. The original structure was preserved and given new commercial functions. An expanded metal mesh facade and double layer walls soften the mass of the building and balance transparency and solidity. A central courtyard and clear pathways guide visitors and link indoor and outdoor areas. The two floor building uses a steel frame and has a total floor area of 2,670 square meters.
Award Record
Ever Rise Construction Co.,Ltd. is a winner of 3 A' Design Awards, including this recognition. The awards were granted between the 2019 - 2020 and the 2025 - 2026 editions of the A' Design Award & Competition.
About the A' Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award
The A' Architecture Design Award is an international architectural design competition recognizing good architectural designs by best architects worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to architectural design studios, building contractors, structural engineering firms and architecture and design consultants from all countries. Typical entries include skyscrapers, museums, residential buildings, commercial complexes, educational institutions and religious structures. The awarded architectural projects are published at https://designers.org/design-category/architecture
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/165154
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/165154
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!165154
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/259923
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://www.facebook.com/jixiangdao
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Ji Xiang Dao Sales Centre
- Function
- Sales Centre
- Category
- Architecture, Building and Structure Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture
- Colors
- Gray, Dark Slate Gray, Dark Gray, Dim Gray and Black
- Images
- 5
- Client
- E.R.C. Group
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Ever Rise Construction Co.,Ltd.
- Country
- Taiwan (China)
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2025 - 2026
- Design ID
- #165154
Credits
- Team
- Wei-Duan Lo, Tzu-Ping Chan, Fuan Han
- Image Credits
- Ever Rise Construction Co., Ltd.
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Breaking from convention, the project promotes local culture, community interaction, and eco friendly values. It integrates cultural elements with dining, entertainment, and sales functions to create a diverse visitor experience and a popular photo destination. Preserving the original site, a courtyard and clear pathways guide foot traffic naturally. Layered spaces, transparent facades, and expanded mesh connect indoor and outdoor areas, encouraging exploration and interaction in an immersive public environment.
- Inspiration
- The design breaks traditional single-use sales centers by fostering community interaction, linking old and new structures, and connecting surrounding pathways. The project retains the original structure, adding new commercial functions, using expanded metal and double-layer walls for a vibrant look. The layout, featuring pathways and plaza elements, successfully attracts crowds and showcases diverse space usage.
- Research
- This project applied spatial design research to turn a traditional sales center into a vibrant, inclusive community hub. By integrating dining, retail, performances, and events around a central courtyard, it encouraged flow and interaction. Using human-centered methods and foot traffic studies, the team created a lively space that drew families and cultural groups. Sales hit 50 percent in a month, with high media exposure and strong public engagement.
- Challenge
- Located near a major commercial district in Taipei, this sales center faced the challenge of low foot traffic. To address this, the design team created a people-friendly, mixed-use commercial space aimed at drawing public attention. The expanded metal mesh facade balances transparency and solidity, softening the building’s mass and contrasting with the imposing feel of typical department stores. Eye-catching exteriors and varied circulation successfully attract visitors.
- Realization and Technology
- Located near a busy commercial area in Taipei, the sales center was designed as a welcoming, community-oriented mixed-use space. Expanded metal mesh softens the building’s mass and sets it apart from typical department stores. A central courtyard enhances circulation and retail activity. Since opening, it has attracted locals and celebrities alike, becoming a lively hub that encourages photography, social sharing, and strong foot traffic.
- Operation and Interaction
- This project is a mixed use sales center designed to serve the public, strengthen neighborhood connections, and enhance brand value. Planned primarily as a commercial space, the site is located near a well known commercial district in Taipei, Taiwan. Unlike conventional sales centers that focus only on sales offices and show units, the project is positioned as a small scale department store. Inspired by the local context, it creates diverse spaces centered on food, clothing, living, mobility, education, and leisure.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project began in October 2023 and was completed in April 2024, located in Taipei, Taiwan.
- Specifications
- The project site covers an area of 3,510 square meter, with a total floor area of 2,670 square meter. The primary structural framework adopts SS steel construction, and the building consists of two floors in total.
- Keywords
- Mixed use sales center, Community oriented design, Commercial architecture, Urban activation, Mini department store, Courtyard space, Expanded metal facade, Retail experience, Social interaction, Brand-driven space
