Wenzhou Christine 婚禮藝術中心 by Antistatics Architecture is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award 銅獎 in 建築、樓宇及結構設計 Competition Category.
銅建築· 2024
Wenzhou Christine 婚禮藝術中心
Client: AntiStatics Architecture(Beijing+New York)
A' Design Award 銅獎 Winner in 建築 Category
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About Wenzhou Christine 婚禮藝術中心
書本文字：溫州Christine係一個位於中國溫州嘅婚禮藝術中心。呢個項目改造咗一座建於九十年代嘅半圓形酒店建築。現有嘅外牆採用鐳射鏤空鋁板包裹，圖案靈感源自婚紗嘅蕾絲同刺繡。呢幅高9.7米嘅外牆猶如一襲隨風飄動嘅婚紗，入夜後燈光亮起，將圖案盡顯出嚟。室內面積700平方米，設有展示廳同婚禮儀式廳。呢個設計亦致力為呢個老城中心社區帶嚟新氣象。
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award 銅獎
Wenzhou Christine 婚禮藝術中心是 A' Design Award 銅獎得主，這是授予以創造力、獨創性和敏銳見長的傑出設計的極具聲望的認可。銅獎得主是技藝嫻熟、創意驚人的作品，印證了其設計師豐富的經驗、想像力與機智。預計Wenzhou Christine 婚禮藝術中心將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的物品，兼具顯著的專業性與創新性。這件贏得 A' Design Award 銅獎的設計融入藝術、科學、設計和技術領域的最佳實踐，並因注重細節而出類拔萃。Wenzhou Christine 婚禮藝術中心出色地滿足需求，觸動渴望，迷住情感，並吸引好奇心。
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The design of the wedding art center in Wenzhou, China draws inspiration from the fluid forms of wedding dresses, translating their elegance, curves, and femininity into architectural and interior elements. This concept seeks to create a unique experience that celebrates the beauty and romance of weddings through innovative spatial design.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The redesigned facade part is 9.7 meter tall, which plays a crucial role in revitalizing the surrounding neighborhood. As people pass by, they are greeted by the mesmerizing sight of the wind-simulated wedding dress, which adds a touch of whimsy and elegance to the streetscape. The transformation of the building not only enhances the overall visual quality of the area but also injects a sense of vibrancy and vitality into the urban space. The interior of the renovation from an exiting hotel is 700 sqm, contains a Display Lounge, and a Wedding Ceremony Hall.
- Tags
- light-weight, fluid, romance, motion, dynamic, innovation, wedding, experience
- Production Technology
- The 90s-styled half-circular plan-shaped hotel building serves as the canvas for the innovative facade design. By reimagining the existing facade with a perforated metal laser-cut aluminum material, the building takes on the appearance of a dynamic, wind-simulated wedding dress. The design cleverly utilizes the existing column locations and door forms to create a harmonious integration of the new facade with the building's structure. This transformation not only enhances the visual identity of the wedding art center but also breathes new life into the outdated architectural style of the neighborhood.
- Design Challenge
- The innovation of this design lies in its ability to seamlessly integrate the form logic and visual language of wedding dresses into the architectural and interior elements of the art center. By reimagining traditional motifs and materials in a contemporary context, the design offers a fresh and unforgettable experience that sets it apart from conventional wedding venues.
- Research
- This design draws inspiration from the fluid forms of wedding dresses, translating their elegance, curves, and femininity into architectural and interior elements. The interior spaces include various display lounges where wedding dresses and accessories are showcased like works of art.
- Inspiration
- The existing urban building's facade is transformed using perforated metal material, which serves as a canvas for intricate patterns inspired by lace and embroidery found in wedding dresses. These patterns come to life at night with carefully placed lighting effects, casting enchanting shadows and creating a captivating atmosphere that entices passersby.
- Project Duration
- The project was designed from May 2023, and it starts construction in July, and finished in November. It's located in the old neighborhood of city center in Wenzhou, China.
- Operation Flow
- The newly designed facade acts as a beacon, drawing attention to the wedding art center and establishing it as a visual landmark within the neighborhood. Its fluid and graceful form evokes a sense of movement and romance, capturing the imagination of passersby and inviting them to explore the space within. This distinctive architectural feature contributes to the revitalization of the urban fabric, attracting visitors and fostering a sense of pride among local residents.
- Patents
- Copyrights belong to AntiStatics Architecture, 2023
- Team Members
- Design Principal: Mo Zheng, Martin Miller
Design Team: Boyan Zhang, Christopher Beckett, CiCi Xi, Wenlin Bai, Dhaga Aman, Tracy Qiu, Xiao Li - Image Credits
- Photographer: Dachou Wang
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