DESIGN NAME: Weaving Space
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Multi-Functional Headquarters
INSPIRATION: Inspired by “cloth weaving”, we employed an aluminum-extruded profile as the basic component of the walls. By manipulating the density of the extrusions, different walls with different density were created to suit different degrees of privacy required.
UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: In this project, a used factory building was transformed into a multi-functional space that includes a showroom, a catwalk and a design office. The wall of the façade is made up of densely arranged extruded aluminum wall, making the outlook of the building like a large coffer from which all unauthorized person could be barred. The same extrusions with lower density are used as the partition separating the design office, meeting rooms and the showroom, making all the spaces semi-transparent so as to encourage communication between franchisees and designers.
To preserve the charm of the old factory, terrazzo and steel angles are used to build a neutral background while some glossy and refined elements, such as polished marbles staircase and crystal chandeliers, are introduced as a new energy source and a refreshing brand identity.
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PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: This project is located in Dongguan, China.
FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Interior Space and Exhibition Design
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TAGS: aluminium extrusion; office; showroom; used factory; fashion; branding; corporate identity
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ADDED DATE: 2011-06-10 02:24:30
TEAM MEMBERS (1) : Design Systems Ltd
IMAGE CREDITS: Lam Wai Ming, 2011.
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