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Tea Time Przestrzeń Kulturalna by Hang Chen

Tea Time Przestrzeń Kulturalna by Hang Chen is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Brązowa Nagroda A' Design Award in Projektowanie Wnętrz Competition Category.


BrązowaWnętrza· 2025

Tea Time Przestrzeń Kulturalna

by Hang Chen

Client: WE-Me Group of Shenzhen Water Planning & Design Institute Co., Ltd.

Brązowa Nagroda A' Design Award Winner in Wnętrza Category

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The Design

About Tea Time Przestrzeń Kulturalna

Tea Time to przemyślana na nowo herbaciarnia w Starym Mieście Jianshui, zaprojektowana by łączyć tradycję z nowoczesną estetyką. Wzmacnia światło, przepływ powietrza i przepływ przestrzenny, zachowując jednocześnie historyczny urok. Sześć immersyjnych doświadczeń herbaciarnych rozwija się w przestrzeni ukształtowanej przez elewacje w odcieniach miedzi, przezroczyste detale i elementy inspirowane naturą. Akryl o fakturze wody, szklane płytki i zachowane drewno wiązowe tworzą zmysłową podróż, gdzie architektura i natura kształtują każdy moment.

The Recognition

About the Brązowa Nagroda A' Design Award

Tea Time Przestrzeń Kulturalna to laureat Brązowej Nagrody A' Design Award, wysoce prestiżowego wyróżnienia przyznawanego znakomitym projektom wyróżniającym się kreatywnością, pomysłowością i przenikliwością. Laureaci Brązowej Nagrody to w pełni utalentowane i uderzająco twórcze artefakty, które poświadczają ogromne doświadczenie, wyobraźnię i zaradność ich twórców. Tea Time Przestrzeń Kulturalna ma być wysoko cenionym, podziwianym i drogim sercu przedmiotem, który jest wyjątkowo profesjonalny i innowacyjny. Ten projekt nagrodzony Brązową Nagrodą A' Design Award łączy najlepsze praktyki w sztuce, nauce, designie i technologii oraz jest doskonały dzięki dbałości o szczegóły. Tea Time Przestrzeń Kulturalna znakomicie zaspokaja potrzeby, porusza pragnienia, czaruje uczucia i przemawia do ciekawości.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties
Tea Time is a tea house renovation project in Jianshui Ancient Town that seamlessly blends tradition with modern aesthetics. The design enhances natural light, ventilation, and spatial flow while preserving the historical charm of the architecture. Featuring six immersive tea experiences, the space integrates copper-toned facades, transparent glass interfaces, and natural materials. Through thoughtful spatial organization, it creates a serene and engaging environment that embodies the art of tea culture.
Dimensions & Packaging
The design emphasizes spatial fluidity, allowing tea appreciation to unfold organically. Open interfaces enhance airflow, reducing reliance on mechanical ventilation. Carefully placed materials and lighting create a soft, immersive environment that adapts to different times of the day, reinforcing the concept of tea as an experience that evolves with time.
Tags
Interior Design, Cultural Space, Jianshui, Tea House, Flowing Time
Production Technology
The project utilizes a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern materials:
Water-textured acrylic panels and glass tiles enhance natural lighting.
Fiberglass and real stone paint sculpt landscape-inspired elements.
Preserved elmwood and metal accents balance warmth with structural elegance.
These materials create a seamless dialogue between nature, light, and human experience.
Design Challenge
Balancing historic preservation with modern usability was a key challenge. The original building lacked sufficient natural light and spatial cohesion. The design solution introduced open interfaces, light-diffusing materials, and strategic airflow enhancements to create an inviting, energy-efficient space where tea culture thrives within a contemporary setting.
Research
The design was informed by extensive research into tea rituals, spatial storytelling, and environmental integration. Traditional Jianshui tea houses provided historical context, while modern lighting and airflow strategies ensured functional adaptability. The result is a harmonious blend of past and present, where each cup of tea is experienced as a moment in time.
Inspiration
Inspired by the poetic rhythm of time, Tea Time captures the essence of tea drinking as a meditative journey. The space unfolds like a flowing narrative, where light shifts, air circulates, and materials evoke a connection to nature. By merging tradition with modern simplicity, the project transforms tea drinking into a ritual that celebrates slowness, serenity, and the timeless charm of Jianshui’s historic landscape.
Project Duration
Location: Yinghui Road, Jianshui Ancient Town, China
Completion: 2024
Operation Flow
Tea Time is designed to balance social interaction and personal retreat. The entrance seamlessly guides guests through a visually engaging display, blending the tea house with the cityscape. Inside, a deep balcony connects private and communal spaces, allowing different activities to coexist harmoniously. Optimized airflow and natural light enhance comfort, while interactive design elements encourage engagement. The layout ensures a dynamic yet tranquil experience, where visitors can enjoy tea culture in a thoughtfully curated setting.
Team Members
Hang Chen
Image Credits
Hang Chen

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