Argent Ostalariá · 2025
Youhe Community Design d'Hospitalitat
by Zhifeng Zhao
- A' Design Award d'Argent 2025 in Ostalariá
- CLIENT: ZHANG Qiang
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 68,302
- Verification code 79A2022B47 · Verify this award
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About Youhe Community Design d'Hospitalitat
Lo Projècte sus l'Isla del Lotus marrida amb maestria lo charme pastoral amb l'idèa de cooperativa rurala, prepausant una experiéncia immersiva de torisme agricòl. Sa concepcion met l'accent sus la sostenibilitat e la simplicitat, mesclant la natura amb espacis foncionals. L'utilizacion de visuals dessenhats a la man e de materials naturals crèa una atmosfèra armoniosa, mentre que la disposicion flexibla, incluses las terrassas, los espacis de lectura e los assedilhs en gradins, favorisa la relaxacion e l'interaccion sociala. En equilibrant l'atractiu estetic amb la foncionalitat practica, lo projècte provesís als visitaires una connexion unica amb la natura e la Comunitat.
About the A' Design Award d'Argent
Youhe Community Design d'Hospitalitat a ganhat la distincion A' Design Award d'Argent, una reconeissença extraordinàriament prestigiosa acordada a de designs d'ort de gamma, esplendids e impressionants. Los ganhaires de l'Argent son d'òbras terriblament brilhantas e extrèmament creativas que illustran l'experiéncia, lo talent e la finessa excepcionals de lors designers. S'espèra que Youhe Community Design d'Hospitalitat siá una òbra meravilhosa e de referéncia, notablament professionala e prigondament innovanta. Aqueste design ganhaire de la distincion A' Design Award d'Argent es una invencion fòrça notabla e admirada, que fa un ben e fa avançar las frontièras de l'art, de la sciéncia, del design e de la tecnologia. Youhe Community Design d'Hospitalitat es una creacion immensament envejada que desrevelha de desirs, aduch de sentiments positius e fa néisser l'estonament e l'esmaiment.
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- 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
