Wenzhou Christine Pokapū Toi Mārena by Antistatics Architecture is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award Parahi in Hoahoa Waihanga, Whare me te Hanganga Competition Category.
ParahiWaihanga· 2024
Wenzhou Christine Pokapū Toi Mārena
Client: AntiStatics Architecture(Beijing+New York)
A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Waihanga Category
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The Design
About Wenzhou Christine Pokapū Toi Mārena
Ko Wenzhou Christine tētahi pokapū toi mārena kei Wenzhou, Haina. Ko tēnei kaupapa e whakahou ana i tētahi whare hōtera haurua-porowhita nō te tekau tau atu i 1990. Ko te mata o mua e āta karapetia ana ki ngā papa konumohau kua whakaputaina mā te hihi rango kua wero kōpurupurua, e hanga ana i ētahi tauira i whakaarohia mai i te rihema me te tuitui o ngā kāhu mārena. Ko te mata 9.7 mita te teitei e rite ana ki tētahi kāhu mārena e nekehia ana e te hau, ā, mā te rama e whakaatu ai i ngā tauira i te pō. Ko te taiwhanga o roto, 700 mita tapawhā te rahi, kei roto he wāhi noho whakaatu me tētahi whare karakia mārena. Ko tā te hoahoa hoki he whakahou anō i tētahi rohe tāone kua tawhito kē i te pokapū o te tāone.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award Parahi
Ko Wenzhou Christine Pokapū Toi Mārena te toa o te A' Design Award Parahi, he whakaaetanga tino whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa kōeke e tohua ana mā te auaha, te mahi mōhio me te whakaaro hōhonu. Ko ngā toa Parahi he mahi pukenga e rite ana, he auaha mīharo, e whakatūturu ana i te wheako nui, te whakaaro me te mōhio-ā-ringa o ā rātou kaihoahoa. E tūmanakohia ana ko Wenzhou Christine Pokapū Toi Mārena he taonga whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he ngaio, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Parahi e whakauru ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa i te toi, te pūtaiao, te hoahoa me te hangarau, ā, he tino mīharo ki ngā taipitopito. Ka whakatutuki a Wenzhou Christine Pokapū Toi Mārena i ngā hiahia, ka pā ki ngā hiahia, ka whakaoho i ngā kare-ā-roto, ā, ka kume i te pākiki.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The design of the wedding art center in Wenzhou, China draws inspiration from the fluid forms of wedding dresses, translating their elegance, curves, and femininity into architectural and interior elements. This concept seeks to create a unique experience that celebrates the beauty and romance of weddings through innovative spatial design.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The redesigned facade part is 9.7 meter tall, which plays a crucial role in revitalizing the surrounding neighborhood. As people pass by, they are greeted by the mesmerizing sight of the wind-simulated wedding dress, which adds a touch of whimsy and elegance to the streetscape. The transformation of the building not only enhances the overall visual quality of the area but also injects a sense of vibrancy and vitality into the urban space. The interior of the renovation from an exiting hotel is 700 sqm, contains a Display Lounge, and a Wedding Ceremony Hall.
- Tags
- light-weight, fluid, romance, motion, dynamic, innovation, wedding, experience
- Production Technology
- The 90s-styled half-circular plan-shaped hotel building serves as the canvas for the innovative facade design. By reimagining the existing facade with a perforated metal laser-cut aluminum material, the building takes on the appearance of a dynamic, wind-simulated wedding dress. The design cleverly utilizes the existing column locations and door forms to create a harmonious integration of the new facade with the building's structure. This transformation not only enhances the visual identity of the wedding art center but also breathes new life into the outdated architectural style of the neighborhood.
- Design Challenge
- The innovation of this design lies in its ability to seamlessly integrate the form logic and visual language of wedding dresses into the architectural and interior elements of the art center. By reimagining traditional motifs and materials in a contemporary context, the design offers a fresh and unforgettable experience that sets it apart from conventional wedding venues.
- Research
- This design draws inspiration from the fluid forms of wedding dresses, translating their elegance, curves, and femininity into architectural and interior elements. The interior spaces include various display lounges where wedding dresses and accessories are showcased like works of art.
- Inspiration
- The existing urban building's facade is transformed using perforated metal material, which serves as a canvas for intricate patterns inspired by lace and embroidery found in wedding dresses. These patterns come to life at night with carefully placed lighting effects, casting enchanting shadows and creating a captivating atmosphere that entices passersby.
- Project Duration
- The project was designed from May 2023, and it starts construction in July, and finished in November. It's located in the old neighborhood of city center in Wenzhou, China.
- Operation Flow
- The newly designed facade acts as a beacon, drawing attention to the wedding art center and establishing it as a visual landmark within the neighborhood. Its fluid and graceful form evokes a sense of movement and romance, capturing the imagination of passersby and inviting them to explore the space within. This distinctive architectural feature contributes to the revitalization of the urban fabric, attracting visitors and fostering a sense of pride among local residents.
- Patents
- Copyrights belong to AntiStatics Architecture, 2023
- Team Members
- Design Principal: Mo Zheng, Martin Miller
Design Team: Boyan Zhang, Christopher Beckett, CiCi Xi, Wenlin Bai, Dhaga Aman, Tracy Qiu, Xiao Li - Image Credits
- Photographer: Dachou Wang
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