Pinkbox Club London Nofoaga Fa'afiafiaga Karaoke by Creative Prototyping Unit is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award Apamemea in Mamanu Totonu Competition Category.
ApamemeaTotonu· 2024
Pinkbox Club London Nofoaga Fa'afiafiaga Karaoke
Client: Creative Prototyping Unit Limited
A' Design Award Apamemea Winner in Totonu Category
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About Pinkbox Club London Nofoaga Fa'afiafiaga Karaoke
O le fa'atulagaga o le kalapu karaoke e maua mai ana fa'ata'ita'iga mai le filosofia anamua Saina o le Wu Xing, po'o elemene lima, e fa'ailoa mai tulaga fa'avae i le suiga fa'avavau o le atulaulau: Afi, Vai, La'au, U'amea ma le Eleele. O lenei fa'avae filosofia e fa'amalumalu ai le mamanu o le fa'ata'ita'i, e lalaga fa'atasi le aano o elemene ta'itasi i autu tulaga ese e fa'aalia ai le feso'ota'iga o le natura ma tagata. E tu i le ogatotonu o Lonetona, o le nofoaga e avea ma se malumalu, o potu ta'itasi uma ua faia ma le fa'aeteete e aofia ai le aano o se tasi elemene, e maua ai se aafiaga tulaga ese ma gafatia e tali atu i le poto Saina.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award Apamemea
O le A' Design Award Apamemea na manumalo ai Pinkbox Club London Nofoaga Fa'afiafiaga Karaoke, o se faamaoniga matuā mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu ese e iloga i le fatufatuaʻi, le atamai ma le poto. O ē manumalo i le Apamemea o mea e iai le tomai atoa ma fatufatuaʻi mataʻina e faamaonia ai le poto masani tele, le mafaufau ma le atamai o tagata mamanu. E faamoemoeina Pinkbox Club London Nofoaga Fa'afiafiaga Karaoke e avea ma mea e vivii tele, ua pelepelea, e iloga i le tomai faapolofesa ma mea fou. O lenei mamanu na manumalo i le A' Design Award Apamemea e tuufaatasia ai faiga sili i le faatufugaga, saienisi, mamanu ma tekonolosi ma e sili ona lelei i le mataituina o mea itiiti. Pinkbox Club London Nofoaga Fa'afiafiaga Karaoke e faamalieina matagofie manaʻoga, pa i manaʻo, faalataina lagona ma faaosofia le fia iloa.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Situated in the heart of London, the karaoke entertainment venue is conceived as a sanctuary, offering visitors an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Rooted in traditional Chinese values yet expressed through a contemporary lens, the project embodies the harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. Each room within the venue is meticulously crafted to encapsulate the essence of one of the five elements, providing visitors with a unique and immersive spatial experience that resonates with the wisdom of Chinese philosophy.
- Tags
- Karaoke, night club, bar design, immersive design, parametric design
- Production Technology
- CNC prefabrication, Parametric Design
- Research
- This design research presents a London-based karaoke club design influenced by Wu Xing, the Chinese philosophy of five elements. Each room reflects an element, merging traditional and contemporary aesthetics. From the Earth-themed entryway to VIP spaces blending Water and Fire, the design harmonizes nature's essence with modern comfort. Guests experience a journey through elemental themes, providing a unique and immersive escape from urban life while celebrating the timeless wisdom of Chinese philosophy.
- Inspiration
- The karaoke club interior design draws inspiration from the ancient Chinese philosophy of Wu Xing, or the "five elements," which symbolise fundamental phases in the perpetual evolution of the universe: fire, water, wood, metal, and earth. This philosophical framework serves as the foundation for the conceptual design, weaving the essence of each element into distinct themes and characteristics that reflect the inter-connectedness of nature and humanity.
- Project Duration
- Project conceived in 2020-21, Partial completion in 2022 except Toilets parts. Expected to be completed in December 2024.
Location: Chinatown in London - Operation Flow
- The journey of exploration begins as guests descend the entry staircase into the basement, where they are enveloped in the theme of Earth. This is represented by staggered layers of timber boards, creating an ambiance reminiscent of an underground cave. A lighting tunnel guides visitors to three private rooms. First smallest one is for the Metal room which features a stainless-steel triangulated umbrella centrepiece, dominating the intimate space. A China map coffee table adds an intriguing touch. Second room is a narrow linear room, representing the Wood theme, is adorned with layers of tree trunk patterns, evoking the sensation of singing amidst a forest and creating an illusion of room depth. The final and largest VIP room seamlessly blends the themes of Water and Fire, offering both tranquil serenity and the fiery passion of flames.
Finally, guests conclude their journey in the sanctuary room, with a mysterious cold-blue hue evoking the underwater world. Throughout the experience, guests are immersed in environments that authentically capture the essence of each elemental theme.
Overall, the karaoke club interior design serves as a testament to the timeless wisdom of Wu Xing, offering guests an opportunity to experience the beauty and harmony of the five elements in a modern and vibrant setting. - Team Members
- Interior design: Creative Prototyping Unit
Team members: William Hailiang Chen, Stoyan Gerchev, Yunxi Wu
Fire consultant: Eyelevel Design
Acoustic consultant: Zhu Heng
Lighting consultant: Ensoco - Image Credits
- All images © Creative Prototyping Unit
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