Ji Xiang Dao Pokapū Hoko by Ever Rise Construction Co.,Ltd. is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Parahi in Hoahoa Waihanga, Whare me te Hanganga Competition Category.
ParahiWaihanga· 2026
Ji Xiang Dao Pokapū Hoko
by Ever Rise Construction Co.,Ltd.
Client: E.R.C. Group
A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Waihanga Category
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The Design
About Ji Xiang Dao Pokapū Hoko
He pokapū hoko whakamahinga-maha a Ji Xiang Dao kei Taipei, Taiwan. Ka mahi te whare hei toa nui iti nei te rahi, e whakakotahi ana i ngā wāhi kai, ngā toa hoko, ngā mahi whakangahau me ngā kaupapa ahurea. I tiakina te hanganga taketake, ā, i whakawhiwhia ki ngā mahi arumoni hou. Mā te kanohi whare mataraukura konganuku kua whakawhānuitia me ngā pakitara paparua e whakangāwari te nui o te whare, e whakataurite hoki i te pūataata me te tūmāro. Mā tētahi marae ā-waenganui me ngā ara mārama e ārahi ngā manuhiri, e hono hoki i ngā wāhi o roto me ngā wāhi o waho. E rua ngā papa o te whare, he anga rino tōna hanganga, ā, ko te horahanga papa katoa e 2,670 mita pūrua.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award Parahi
Ko Ji Xiang Dao Pokapū Hoko 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 Ji Xiang Dao Pokapū Hoko 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 Ji Xiang Dao Pokapū Hoko 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
- 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.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- 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.
- Tags
- 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
- Production 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.
- Design 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Project Duration
- The project began in October 2023 and was completed in April 2024, located in Taipei, Taiwan.
- Operation Flow
- 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.
- Team Members
- Wei-Duan Lo, Tzu-Ping Chan, Fuan Han
- Image Credits
- Ever Rise Construction Co., Ltd.
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