Kunming Wangfujing Interieurontwerp Winkelcentrum by Yeenian Yao

Kunming Wangfujing Interieurontwerp Winkelcentrum by Yeenian Yao is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award in IJzer in Interieur en Tentoonstellingsontwerp Competition Category.

IJzerInterieur· 2025

Kunming Wangfujing Interieurontwerp Winkelcentrum

by Yeenian Yao

Client: Whikin Yao

A' Design Award in IJzer Winner in Interieur Category

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The Design

About Kunming Wangfujing Interieurontwerp Winkelcentrum

Kunming Wangfujing is een winkelcentruminterieur van 1900 vierkante meter in Kunming, China. Het ontwerp past de tie-dye ambacht van het Bai-volk toe op een moderne commerciële ruimte. Blauw-witte patronen worden gemaakt met met de hand geknoopte knopen en natuurlijke plantaardige verfstoffen, waardoor elk stuk stof uniek is. Zuivere katoen- en linnenmaterialen zijn gekozen vanwege hun comfort en duurzaamheid. De indeling rangschikt winkels en rustgebieden voor een vloeiende doorstroming, terwijl planten en zitgelegenheden een rustige sfeer creëren. Het doel is om lokaal cultureel erfgoed te verbinden met eigentijdse retail.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award in IJzer

Kunming Wangfujing Interieurontwerp Winkelcentrum is winnaar van de A' Design Award in IJzer, een prestigieuze erkenning die wordt toegekend aan goede ontwerpen die voldoen aan de professionele en industriële eisen die worden verwacht van goed ontworpen creaties. Winnaars in IJzer tonen grote vaardigheid, hoge specialisatie, deskundig inzicht en het creatieve vermogen van hun makers. Kunming Wangfujing Interieurontwerp Winkelcentrum wordt verwacht een hooggewaardeerde, bewonderde en gekoesterde creatie te zijn die praktisch en innovatief is. Dit ontwerp dat de A' Design Award in IJzer heeft gewonnen, integreert de beste praktijken uit de sector en heeft bekwame technische kenmerken die verbonden zijn met knowhow en talent. Kunming Wangfujing Interieurontwerp Winkelcentrum wordt gerespecteerd om zijn grondigheid en is ontworpen om verbeteringen van de levenskwaliteit te bieden die helpen de wereld een betere plek te maken.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The 1900m² renovation project , seamlessly blends China's intangible cultural heritage with modern commercial spaces. This design transcends mere surface decoration, delving deep into the essence of cultural heritage and innovation. Within the space, the blue-and-white interweaving of tie-dye resembles a dialogue between history and modernity, preserving the purity and charm of the intangible cultural heritage while endowing the mall with an unprecedented fashion vitality.
Dimensions & Packaging: In terms of technical characteristics, tie-dye utilizes hand-tying knots and natural dyes to achieve randomness in patterns and a layered effect in colors, ensuring that every piece of fabric is unique. Regarding specifications, high-quality pure cotton fabrics are carefully selected, incorporating environmental protection principles to ensure both comfort and sustainability in the renovated area.
Tags: Kunming Wangfujing； Department Store； Renovated Space； YEENIAN DESIGN； Cultural Integration；Bai Nationality Tie-dye；Eco-friendly Materials
Production Technology: In the renovation project of Kunming Wangfujing Department Store, YEENIAN DESIGN seamlessly integrates the traditional Bai nationality's tie-dye craftsmanship, infusing a unique cultural charm into the 1900m² renovated area. Tie-dye, a renowned traditional handicraft of the Bai people, is celebrated for its natural colors and distinctive patterns. By meticulously selecting natural cotton and linen materials and incorporating modern design concepts, the project utilizes ancient yet exquisite techniques such as hand-tying knots and dyeing with natural plant-based dyes to create spatial decorations that preserve traditional charm while also aligning with modern aesthetics.
Design Challenge: In this renovation project, the biggest creative challenge faced by YEENIAN DESIGN lay in blending tradition with modernity. Internally, the team had to balance the historical depth of the mall with the demands of modern consumers; externally, they were influenced by market changes and technological innovations.

To overcome these challenges, the design team delved deeply into local traditional culture, integrating modern aesthetics and design concepts to create a unique space. Through innovative layout, carefully selected materials, and color schemes, they preserved the historical charm while infusing it with fashionable vitality.
Research: The Kunming Wangfujing Department Store renovation project, targeting the upgrade of a 1900m² core area, was meticulously planned and implemented by "YEENIAN DESIGN". This project aims to reshape the shopping environment and enhance customer experience through modern design concepts and spatial optimization. The renovation focuses on spatial layout, atmosphere creation, and functional improvement, striving to create a comprehensive high end shopping space that integrates shopping, leisure, and entertainment.
Inspiration: The design inspiration stems from the Chinese Bai nationality's tie-dye craftsmanship, blending cultural heritage with modern commercial needs. Inspired by the profound cultural foundations of Bai people in Yunnan, the Design team aims to create a unique shopping experience. By delving deeply into the art of tie-dye, the team extracts the essence of its colors and patterns, incorporating them into the mall renovation, enabling customers to be culturally nurtured while shopping.
Project Duration: The project took 10 months from design to completion，finally competed in Dec 2023 Kunming China.
Operation Flow: After the redesign by the design team, customers can now shop more smoothly, feeling as natural as strolling with an old friend. The designers have arranged the space meticulously, with every store and rest area perfectly positioned, making the shopping experience enjoyable and effortless.

The key lies in their understanding of customers' preferences, seamlessly blending practicality with aesthetics. Green plants, comfortable seating, and thoughtful details contribute to a warmer and more relaxing atmosphere in the mall.
Patents: Interior Design：YEENIAN Interior Design Co., Ltd
Image Credits: Wei Liu