The Glade Bookstore features translucent glass throughout to create a blurred effect. Designed by HAS Design and Research, the bookshop is located in Chongqing's dense city center. It is designed to act as a spiritual and restful place amidst the busy city streets.
The Glade Bookstore is also a restaurant and an exhibition space. Drawing on the prominent Chinese artist Guanzhong Wu's ink painting titled The Mountain City of Chongqing, the bookstore blends metropolitan and countryside styles into one peaceful space. The books are displayed behind frosted glass panels, contrasting the store's glossy concrete floor. The architects on the project opted for organic materials and neutral colors to capture the spirit of Wu's city painting.
Image Credit: HAS Design and Research
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Translucent Interior Design
- Creating blurred effects and using organic materials in interior design.
- Bookstore/restaurant Hybrid
- Combining dining and entertainment with literature and reading.
- City Escapes
- Creating peaceful spaces amidst busy city centers.
Where This Applies
- Architecture and Interior Design
- Opportunities to experiment with translucent materials and organic design.
- Food and Hospitality
- Combining dining and entertainment with literature and reading.
- Retail and Entertainment
- Creating spaces that offer a peaceful escape from busy city centers.
