Banyan Pavilion Store

Banyan Pavilion Store is an innovative architectural renovation project that exemplifies the harmonious integration of commercial space with natural heritage in a historic district. Located adjacent to a century-old banyan tree, this 36-square-meter retail space represents a pioneering approach to contemporary store design influenced by the evolution of e-commerce. The project, designed by Yi Xiao and completed in 2020, demonstrates exceptional sensitivity to environmental and cultural contexts through its thoughtful architectural interventions. The design's primary feature is its circular spatial configuration that embraces the existing banyan tree, creating a seamless connection between interior and exterior spaces. The structure employs a sophisticated combination of traditional and modern materials, including reinforced brick and steel construction, complemented by handwoven rattan boards that echo the texture of the banyan tree's bark. The facade incorporates folding sliding doors that dissolve the boundary between the store and the street, while the ground utilizes permeable adhesive stone to ensure proper water circulation for the tree's sustenance. The design, which won a Bronze A' Design Award in the Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design category, successfully addresses multiple architectural challenges, including the preservation of historical elements, urban integration, and the creation of a vibrant public space. The raised terrazzo platform and white shelving system create a cohesive circular space that serves both commercial and community purposes, effectively transforming a simple store into a significant public amenity that enhances the social fabric of the historical district.

Author: Adam Dawson

Keywords: retail architecture, historic preservation, sustainable design, urban integration, community space, natural heritage

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https://competition.adesignaward.com/116044

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