Youhe Community Mapangidwe a Kulandira Alendo by Zhifeng Zhao is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award in Mapangidwe a Kuchereza Alendo, Zosangalatsa, Ulendo ndi Chikoka Competition Category.
SilivaKuchereza Alendo· 2025
Youhe Community Mapangidwe a Kulandira Alendo
by Zhifeng Zhao
Client: ZHANG Qiang
Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award Winner in Kuchereza Alendo Category
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The Design
About Youhe Community Mapangidwe a Kulandira Alendo
Pulojekiti ya pa Chilumba cha Lotus imaphatikiza mwaluso kukongola kwa kumidzi ndi lingaliro la mgwirizano wa kumidzi, kupereka mwayi wozizira mu ulendo wa ulimi. Mapangidwe ake amagogomezera kukhazikika ndi kuphweka, kuphatikiza chilengedwe ndi malo ogwira ntchito. Kugwiritsa ntchito zithunzi zojambulidwa ndi dzanja ndi zinthu zachilengedwe kumapanga chikhalidwe chamtendere, pamene makonzedwe osinthika, kuphatikiza mphate, malo owerenga, ndi mipando yokwezana, kumalimbikitsa kupumula ndi kugwirizana pakati pa anthu. Pogwirizanitsa kukongola ndi ntchito zenizeni, pulojekitiyi imapereka alendo cholumikizana chapadera ndi chilengedwe ndi anthu ammudzi.
The Recognition
About the Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award
Youhe Community Mapangidwe a Kulandira Alendo ndi mmodzi mwa opambana a Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award, kuzindikirika kolemekezeka modabwitsa komwe kumaperekedwa kwa mapangidwe a pamwamba, okongola ndi ochititsa chidwi. Opambana a Siliva ndi ntchito zowala kwambiri ndi zolenga kwambiri zomwe zimaonetsa ukatswiri, luso ndi nzeru zakuthwa za opanga awo. Youhe Community Mapangidwe a Kulandira Alendo akuyembekezeka kukhala ntchito yodabwitsa yoonetsedwa, yaukatswiri wapadera ndi yatsopano kwambiri. Mapangidwe opambana Mphoto ya Siliva ya A' Design Award awa ndi chopangidwa chodziwika kwambiri ndi choyamikiridwa chomwe chimapindulitsa ndi kukulitsa malire a luso, sayansi, kapangidwe ndi ukadaulo. Youhe Community Mapangidwe a Kulandira Alendo ndi cholengedwa chomwe anthu ambiri amachichitira nsanje, chomwe chimadzutsa zilakolako, kubweretsa maganizo abwino ndi kuyatsa kudabwa ndi chidwi.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- This vibrant agro-tourism space on Lotus Island, Suzhou, blends pastoral beauty with the rural cooperative concept. The design uses hand-drawn illustrations and simple lines, with orange and white contrasts for a fresh look. The architecture combines repurposed materials and natural scenery, while wood and rattan interiors create a simple, nature-connected atmosphere. The space offers dining with views, a reading nook, and multi-functional areas for gatherings and study.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The project occupies a single floor with a thoughtful layout. The main space faces the bar counter, flanked by IP product exhibition areas, creating a central, functional design. To the right, an open dining and viewing area features terraces by the window and built-in bookshelves, offering a cozy reading spot. Behind a soundproof curtain on the left, a tiered seating area provides a flexible space for events like study tours or social gatherings.
- Tags
- Tourism Complex, Landscape Design, Argo-tourism Space, Travel Design, Tourism Design
- Production Technology
- The overall cost control of the project is relatively low, and the design and construction are closely integrated during the process. The material control often uses old wood for renovation and reuse, which is also part of sustainable design.
- Design Challenge
- A key challenge of the design was the owner's limited budget, requiring careful cost control and strategic material selection. To address this, the design reused old materials, reducing costs while adding unique character and sustainability. Focused design elements were prioritized to maintain impact without exceeding the budget. Close collaboration with the construction team ensured a balance between design vision and practical constraints, maintaining high craftsmanship while adhering to financial limitations for a successful outcome.
- Research
- The early-stage research focused on co-creation, involving in-depth collaboration with stakeholders. This included discussions with the owner to meet practical needs and with the head of Lotus Island to integrate local characteristics. University students, especially younger groups, were engaged for fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. This multi-layered collaboration enriched the design approach, providing both a solid theoretical foundation and practical basis for the final outcome.
- Inspiration
- The project is inspired by the pastoral beauty of Lotus Island in Suzhou, with its serene lakes and lush landscapes. It also draws from the collective spirit of rural cooperatives, emphasizing shared efforts and sustainable development. This blend of nature and collaboration creates a vibrant, interactive agro-tourism space.
- Project Duration
- Project Duration:October 2023- December 2023
Location: Lotus Island, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China - Operation Flow
- Youhe Community is a rural revitalization project developed in collaboration with the local town government, becoming a model for rural redevelopment in Suzhou. Since its opening, the project has provided a new leisure destination for both local residents of Lotus Island and visitors. During the crab season, the area experiences a significant influx of people, highlighting its commercial value and popularity.
- Image Credits
- DENG Chun
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