Ascending Ground Galvenā funkcija: Sabiedrības bibliotēka by Hao Zhong

Ascending Ground Galvenā funkcija: Sabiedrības bibliotēka by Hao Zhong is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Sudraba balva A' Design Award in Arhitektūras, ēku un būvju dizains Competition Category.

SudrabaArhitektūra· 2026

Ascending Ground Galvenā funkcija: Sabiedrības bibliotēka

by Hao Zhong

Client: Hao Zhong

Sudraba balva A' Design Award Winner in Arhitektūra Category

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The Design

About Ascending Ground Galvenā funkcija: Sabiedrības bibliotēka

Grāmatas teksts: Vēsturiskajā Vudžeņas pilsētiņā izvietotā "Ascending Ground" caur mūsdienīgu sabiedrības bibliotēku pēta dialogu starp pastāvīgumu un atvērtību. Pārstrādātu pelēko ķieģeļu apjomi nostiprina ēku vietējās tradīcijās, savukārt terases, platformas un izgrieztie ailu atvērumi rada plūstošu kustību un ierāmētus skatus. Centrālā gaismas piepildītā telpa ievada dabu un sociālo aktivitāti, pārveidojot bibliotēku par daudzslāņainu telpisko ainavu, kas savieno arhitektūru, dienasgaismu un pilsētas atmiņu.

The Recognition

About the Sudraba balva A' Design Award

Ascending Ground Galvenā funkcija: Sabiedrības bibliotēka ir Sudraba balvas A' Design Award ieguvējs, ārkārtīgi prestiža atzinība, ko piešķir augstākās klases, krāšņiem un iespaidīgiem dizainiem. Sudraba ieguvēji ir ārkārtīgi spožas un ļoti radošas izpausmes, kas parāda to dizaineru izcilo kompetenci, talantu un asredzību. Sagaidāms, ka Ascending Ground Galvenā funkcija: Sabiedrības bibliotēka būs lielisks, paraugdarbs, ļoti profesionāls un dziļi inovatīvs. Šis ar Sudraba balvu apbalvotais dizains ir ievērojams, apbrīnots izgudrojums, kas palīdz paplašināt mākslas, zinātnes, dizaina un tehnoloģiju robežas. Ascending Ground Galvenā funkcija: Sabiedrības bibliotēka ir radījums, kam daudzi apskauž, kas modina vēlmes, rada pozitīvas izjūtas un raisa izbrīnu un apbrīnu.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: The project reinterprets Wuzhen’s historic architectural language through a contemporary community library that merges cave-like enclosed spaces with open terraces. The façade employs locally sourced recycled bricks, reinforcing regional identity while reducing material impact. A heavy masonry mass contrasts with a light-filled central void, creating layered circulation and a social platform connecting residents and visitors.
Dimensions & Packaging: The building is organized as a multi-level library composed of a heacy mass cladded with local-sourced recycled bricks and lightweight steel terrace structures. Massing and platform geometry were optimized through sun-path analysis to enhance daylight performance and natural ventilation. Varied façade openings regulate light and views, while staggered terraces create integrated circulation across levels, supporting flexible spatial use and environmental responsiveness.
Tags: community library, contextualized design, heritage integration, recycled material
Production Technology: The overall massing and platform layout were determined through careful study of the sun path to optimize daylight and capture views of Wuzhen’s historic district. Heavy volumes use locally sourced recycled grey bricks, while lightweight timber and steel define the central void and terraces. Staggered terraces, varied window openings, and intersecting stairs create layered spatial experiences, blending traditional materials with contemporary construction techniques.
Design Challenge: Integrating a contemporary library into Wuzhen’s historic fabric required balancing tradition and innovation while addressing social and spatial needs. Constraints included local regulations, material availability, and construction logistics in narrow historic streets.
Inspiration: The design is inspired by the rich historical and cultural fabric of Wuzhen, particularly its muted grey brick and white-walled architecture. Motivated to create a contemporary intervention that respects tradition, the project explores spatial contrasts between enclosed cave-like areas and open terraces, fostering community interaction while embracing the town’s scenic context.
Project Duration: The project concept started in 2018 during my travel in Wuzhen and the design finished in 2019.
Operation Flow: The library features a system of staggered stairs, platforms, and vertical circulation within the brick volumes, allowing visitors to move freely between enclosed, cave-like spaces and open terraces. This separation of circulation creates multiple paths, encourages exploration, and frames diverse views of Wuzhen, while the central void and terraces serve as flexible communal spaces that enhance social interaction and experiential engagement.
Patents: Hao Zhong
Team Members: Hao Zhong
Image Credits: Hao Zhong