The 'Jianzi Box' is a Modern Version of an Ancient Chinese Game
Christopher Magsambol — October 9, 2015 — Art & Design
References: architectmagazine & retaildesignblog.net
The 'Jianzi Box' in Beijing is meant to reinvigorate a sense of community in the city while paying homage to an ancient game. The object of Jianzi was to keep a heavily-weighed shuttlecock from touching the ground. The game encouraged many people to come together and to work toward a common goal -- not dissimilar to a simple game of keep-up.
For Beijing Design Week, architects decided to reinterpret the game and invert its meaning to create the Jianzi Box. The Jianzi Box was built on a large vacant lot and is made from thousands of multi-colored shuttlecocks. Rather than keeping up a single piece like the ancient game, the structure instead surrounds children and community members and encourages social interaction within the space. The goal for the project was to promote a sense of spontaneity and dynamism, qualities missing from Beijing's modern culture.
For Beijing Design Week, architects decided to reinterpret the game and invert its meaning to create the Jianzi Box. The Jianzi Box was built on a large vacant lot and is made from thousands of multi-colored shuttlecocks. Rather than keeping up a single piece like the ancient game, the structure instead surrounds children and community members and encourages social interaction within the space. The goal for the project was to promote a sense of spontaneity and dynamism, qualities missing from Beijing's modern culture.
Trend Themes
1. Community Reinvigoration - The 'Jianzi Box' reinterprets an ancient game to promote community interaction and revive a sense of togetherness.
2. Reimagining Traditional Games - Architects create innovative structures using traditional game concepts as a source of inspiration.
3. Promoting Spontaneity and Dynamism - Design projects aim to inject a sense of excitement and liveliness into modern cultures.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Urban Design - Architects explore new ways to integrate traditional games into modern urban spaces.
2. Community Development and Engagement - Projects like the 'Jianzi Box' encourage community members to interact and participate in shared activities.
3. Cultural Preservation and Innovation - Recreating and reinterpreting traditional games helps preserve cultural heritage while introducing refreshing elements.
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