Local design studio Wutopia Labs designs the Shanghai Book City, which is a renovated bookstore in Shanghai, China. It is defined by its dynamic facade that is formed of perforated metal sheets that have overcome a renovation from what was once a more traditional bookshop. Now, it is more of a cultural hub and a space for the public.
Project architect Chen Lin speaks to Dezeen about the facade, stating, "The perforated aluminium facade pattern is based on a bird's eye view of Shanghai at night, including the Huangpu district, the Bund, the Huangpu River and the Pudong district. "The perforated aluminium facade pattern is based on a bird's eye view of Shanghai at night, including the Huangpu district, the Bund, the Huangpu River and the Pudong district."
Metal Sheet-Facade Book Stores
Wutopia Labs Designs the Shanghai Book City with a Dynamic Facade
Trend Themes
1. Dynamic Facade Design - The use of perforated metal sheets in the Shanghai Book City's facade creates a dynamic and visually striking design.
2. Renovated Bookstores - The transformation of traditional bookshops into cultural hubs like the Shanghai Book City presents opportunities for revitalizing the retail book industry.
3. Public Space Transformation - The renovated Shanghai Book City not only serves as a cultural hub but also offers a public space for people to gather and engage with literature.
Industry Implications
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3. Urban Planning - The conversion of the Shanghai Book City into a public space highlights opportunities for urban planners to create vibrant and community-focused spaces in urban areas.