Chinese architecture studio Atelier Xi creates a uniquely interconnected building comprised of five angular volumes. This functions as a library and tea-tasting room on an ice-chrysanthemum plantation location in Xiuwu China. The different volumes are meant to come together and form a mini village as it is inspired by the shape of the local village homes and the petals on a chrysanthemum flower.
The studio speaks about the design process and thought behind it, stating "The tension between the building's soft interior and its angular exterior brings about a distinctive experiential quality shifting from day to night. In daylight, the white gable walls evoke the image of a northern village settlement. While at night, the silhouette dissolves into the darkness, emphasizing the soft interior space and offering dreamlike warmth."
Image Credit: Zhang Chao
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Interconnected Architecture
- Atelier Xi creates a uniquely interconnected building comprised of five angular volumes, forming a mini village inspired by local homes.
- Tea-tasting Experiences
- The library and tea-tasting room combination offers a distinctive experiential quality, with the tension between the soft interior and angular exterior.
- Day-to-night Transformation
- The building's design allows for a transformation from a white gable settlement in daylight to a silhouette that emphasizes the dreamlike warmth of the soft interior space at night.
Where This Applies
- Architecture
- The interconnected architecture trend offers opportunities for designers and architects to create unique and experiential spaces.
- Hospitality
- The combination of a library and tea-tasting room provides a new concept in hospitality, catering to customers seeking immersive and multi-functional experiences.
- Tourism
- The day-to-night transformation of the interconnected building appeals to tourists looking for unique and memorable architectural experiences.
