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Xiaoman Hotpot Ентериерен дизајн на ресторан by Di Qin

Xiaoman Hotpot Ентериерен дизајн на ресторан by Di Qin is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Бронзена награда A' Design Award in Дизајн на внатрешен простор и изложби Competition Category.


БронзенаЕнтериер· 2026

Xiaoman Hotpot Ентериерен дизајн на ресторан

by Di Qin

Client: Zhengyang Design Agency

Бронзена награда A' Design Award Winner in Ентериер Category

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The Design

About Xiaoman Hotpot Ентериерен дизајн на ресторан

Xiaoman Hotpot е ресторански ентериер од 800 квадратни метри во Чангчун. Дизајнот е инспириран од кинескиот сончев термин Сјаоман и од традиционалното пејзажно сликарство. Сурово дрво, камен и ратан се комбинирани со рачно изработена керамика и селадонски прибор за јадење. Прегради, паравани и платформи го делат отворениот план на повеќеслојни зони за седење. Вертикалното зеленило и инсталациите од природни материјали додаваат еколошка уметност. Мекото индиректно осветлување поддржува смирена атмосфера. Намерата е јадењето да се претвори во тивко културно доживување.

The Recognition

About the Бронзена награда A' Design Award

Xiaoman Hotpot Ентериерен дизајн на ресторан е добитник на Бронзената награда A' Design Award, високо престижно признание што се доделува на извонредни дизајни што се одликуваат со креативност, генијалност и лукавост. Бронзените добитници се доволно вешти и воодушевувачки креативни творби што го потврдуваат огромното искуство, имагинација и снаодливост на нивните дизајнери. Се очекува Xiaoman Hotpot Ентериерен дизајн на ресторан да биде високо ценет, восхитуван и сакан предмет, значајно професионален и иновативен. Овој дизајн со Бронзена награда ги вклучува најдобрите практики во уметноста, науката, дизајнот и технологијата и се одликува со внимание кон деталите. Xiaoman Hotpot Ентериерен дизајн на ресторан одлично ги задоволува потребите, ги допира желбите, ги маѓепсува чувствата и ја буди љубопитноста.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties
This dining space reinterprets the Chinese solar term "Xiaoman" through a modern narrative of landscape painting and Zen philosophy. Using raw wood, stone, and rattan, it blends ecological art with Eastern aesthetics, emphasizing simplicity, tranquility, and blank space. Unlike conventional hotpot restaurants, it offers an immersive cultural and sensory journey where dining becomes both poetic and contemplative.
Dimensions & Packaging
The project covers a total area of 800 square meters. The spatial system is organized through partitions, screens, and platforms to create layered circulation and visual rhythm. Finishes include natural wood, stone, rattan, and celadon, combined with indirect warm lighting for atmosphere. Art installations employ logs, stones, and natural textures to achieve both sustainability and aesthetic authenticity.
Tags
Dining Space Design, Xiaoman Solar Term, Eastern Aesthetics, Zen Hotpot Restaurant, Ecological Art, Landscape Painting Narrative, Raw Wood and Stone, Wabi-Sabi, Poetic Dining, Cultural Sensory Experience
Production Technology
The design employs natural and sustainable materials including raw wood, stone, and rattan, paired with handcrafted ceramics and celadon tableware. Ecological art methods such as plant integration, vertical greenery, and natural material installations are applied. Soft indirect lighting, dynamic projections, and minimalist furnishing techniques create spatial hierarchy and atmosphere.
Design Challenge
The greatest challenge lay in balancing cultural subtlety with functional dining needs. Translating abstract Eastern philosophies of "simplicity and emptiness" into practical space required rigorous material selection and restraint. Limitations in construction techniques and sustainable sourcing were overcome by close collaboration with artisans, achieving harmony of tradition, ecology, and modern lifestyle.
Research
The design is grounded in cultural research on the Chinese solar term "Xiaoman," aiming to translate its symbolism of growth and balance into space. Methods included studying traditional aesthetics, observing lifestyles, and testing natural materials and lighting. Results show that seasonal colors, blankness, and Zen order create calm atmospheres. Insights highlight how cultural narratives transform dining into poetic sanctuaries, enhancing user well-being and business value.
Inspiration
The project is inspired by the seasonal philosophy of "Xiaoman,"symbolizing growth, vitality, and reverence for natural rhythms. Drawing from the principles of Eastern aesthetics and traditional landscape painting, the design seeks to transform the dining experience into a meditative encounter with nature and time, reflecting both cultural heritage and modern life.
Project Duration
The project started in March 2025 and finished in August 2025 in Changchun.
Operation Flow
Guests are welcomed into an open-plan dining space where circulation follows the rhythm of a landscape painting, creating exploration and discovery. Seating areas are softly divided by furniture, rugs, and screens, while lighting, greenery, and art encourage contemplation. The interaction extends beyond eating, offering a holistic cultural and sensory journey.
Image Credits
Image #1: Photographer Qin Di, Xiaoman Hotpot, 2025.
Image #2: Photographer Qin Di, Xiaoman Hotpot, 2025.
Image #3: Photographer Qin Di, Xiaoman Hotpot, 2025.
Image #4: Photographer Qin Di, Xiaoman Hotpot, 2025.
Image #5: Photographer Qin Di, Xiaoman Hotpot, 2025.

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