Youhe Community Moralo wa Boamohedi by Zhifeng Zhao

Youhe Community Moralo wa Boamohedi by Zhifeng Zhao is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Moputso oa Silevera oa A' Design Award in Moralo wa Kamohelo, Boithabiso, Maeto le Bohahlaudi Competition Category.

SileveraKamohelo· 2025

Youhe Community Moralo wa Boamohedi

by Zhifeng Zhao

Client: ZHANG Qiang

Moputso oa Silevera oa A' Design Award Winner in Kamohelo Category

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The Design

About Youhe Community Moralo wa Boamohedi

Morero wa Sehlakahlakeng sa Lotus o kopanya botle ba mahaeng le mohopolo wa kopano ya mahaeng ka bohlale, o fana ka boiphihlelo ba bohahlaodi ba temo bo kenelletseng. Moralo wa ona o totobatsa botsitso le bobonolo, o kopanya tlhaho le dibaka tse sebetsang. Tshebediso ya ditshwantsho tse tarotsweng ka letsoho le ditsela tsa tlhaho e theha tikoloho e utloahanang, ha moralo o fetohang, o kenyeletsang ditereste, mafelo a ho bala, le disetulo tse mehato-mehato, o matlafatsa boiketlo le tshebedisano ya setjhaba. Ka ho leka-lekanya botle bo kgahlisang le tshebetso e sebetsang, morero o fa baeti kamano e ikgethang le Tlhaho le Setjhaba.

The Recognition

About the Moputso oa Silevera oa A' Design Award

Youhe Community Moralo wa Boamohedi ke mohapi oa Moputso oa Silevera oa A' Design Award, kananelo e hlomphehang haholo e fuoang meralo e phahameng ka ho fetesisa, e ntle le e tsosang maikutlo. Bahapi ba Silevera ke mesebetsi e khanyang haholo le e nang le boqapi bo ikhethang e bontšang botsebi, talenta le bohlale ba baqapi ba eona. Youhe Community Moralo wa Boamohedi e lebelletsoe ho ba mosebetsi o motle, oa mohlala, o nang le boprofeshenale bo bonahalang le mehopolo e mecha e tebileng. Moralo ona o hapileng Moputso oa Silevera oa A' Design Award ke mohopolo o hlokomelehang haholo le o ratoang o tlisang molemo mme o sutumelletsang meeli ea bonono, mahlale, moralo le theknoloji. Youhe Community Moralo wa Boamohedi ke mosebetsi oo batho ba bangata ba o lakatsang, o tsosang litakatso, o tlisang maikutlo a matle le o tsosetsang ho makala le ho hlolla.

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