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DESIGN NAME:
Yu Zuo
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Hotel
INSPIRATION:
Yu Zuo Hotel is located within the walls of the Daimiao Temple in Tai'an City, China. The temple was built more than 2000 years ago, and it was the temple where most of the Chinese emperors would worship the God of Mount Tai before they climb Mount Tai. Therefore this hotel is named after Emperor Qianlong's dormitory Yu Zuo in the temple. Originally built in 1952, our goal was to transform the design of rooms and restaurants to provide guests with a quiet, comfortable, and historic accommodation.
UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Historic, royal culture is the key to this design. Most of the inspiration came from the temple, which was built during the Han Dynasty. The design of the guest room furnitures is inspired by furnitures of the Han Dynasty. The paintings are images from the murals in the hall of the temple, and the furniture textiles are from the patterns on Qing Dynasty emperors' robes. The marble patterns on the bathroom walls resembles the ink paintings of mountains.
OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION:
The hotel rooms consist of 5 large villas, each with a small foyer, which we designed as a waiting area without a concierge desk, and the concierge staff were moved into a hidden service room, which is placed next to the foyer. The restaurant is located on the ground floor of a separate small building. The buffet table in the restaurant was designed to be mobile and can be reorganized easily, and the size of dining tables vary to suit the buffet and banquet needs.
PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION:
The project began its design in Nov 2015 and the design was completed in Jul 2016. The construction was completed in Jan 2018. Address: 50 Daimiao North Road, Tai'an City, China
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PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY:
The building was built with a brick-concrete structure, thus the space within could not be structurally modified. Due to the restriction, we simply changed the existing windows of the guest room to bay windows, and the restaurant was changed to a floor-to-ceiling window to enhance the connection between the interior and exterior. By using the oriental design language, a contemporary life scene was created with a sense of place. The main materials used are: oak wood, carpets, marble, mirrors.
SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES:
The total renovated area is 3100 sq.m.
TAGS:
mount tai, daimiao temple, historical, oriental, contemporary, renovation
RESEARCH ABSTRACT:
We hoped that the hotel guests can experience the unique history and culture of this city. Thus before the design began, we carefully examined the history, architecture, murals, and calligraphy stone carvings from Mount Tai and the Dai Temple. We have extracted some design elements, for example the paintings on the wall came from the murals in the temple, as well as the calligraphy stone carvings on Mount Tai and in the temple; the furniture textiles are from the patterns on emperors' robes.
CHALLENGE:
The dated structure and layout of this building is a challenge for us. Due to the limited budget of the owner, therefore we were not able to change the building structure on a large scale. We then shifted our focus towards designing the temperament of the interior. By using simple materials, light tones, soft lighting, and carefully selected artwork, the space displays a sense of both history and contemporary.
ADDED DATE:
2019-02-24 07:53:36
TEAM MEMBERS (1) :
Creative Director: Guoqiang Feng and Designer: Yan Chen
IMAGE CREDITS:
Feng and Chen Partners Design Shanghai
PATENTS/COPYRIGHTS:
Copyrights Belongs to Guoqiang Feng and Yan Chen, 2019.
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NAME:
Feng and Chen Partners Design Shanghai
PROFILE:
Feng and Chen Partners Design Shanghai was founded in 2001 in Shanghai by Guoqiang Feng and Yan Chen, and their design philosophy is "Do Not Overdo." Guoqiang Feng received his International Exclusive Master in Interior Design, granted by Politecnico di Milano. Yan Chen has received her Interior Design degree at the Xi'an Academy of Fine Arts, and was also an exchange artist at Cite Internationale Des Arts of Paris. They have cooperated on projects since 1993, and covering a wide range including Boutique Hotels, Restaurants, Private Residence, and more.
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| COMMENTS |
| Giulia Esposito |
Comment #9072 on December 26, 2022, 1:59 pm |
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I'm truly impressed with the design of the Yu Zuo Hotel! It is both aesthetic and practical, with an eye-catching exterior and a great interior design that makes guests feel comfortable and at ease. The attention to detail is remarkable and the choice of materials and colors is spot on. The overall structure of the hotel is well-thought-out, making it the perfect place for travelers and those looking for a relaxing stay. Congratulations to Feng Guoqiang and Chen Yan for their outstanding design and for being recognized for winning the A' Design Award in the Hospitality, Recreation, Travel and Tourism Design category!
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| Adam Harris |
Comment #61848 on January 3, 2023, 10:58 pm |
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I am absolutely in awe of the work titled "Yu Zuo" by its creators. It is a magnificent example of how to combine modern style with historic, royal culture. The attention to detail and the exquisite use of colors and patterns bring the design to life and provide an inviting atmosphere for guests. The incorporation of traditional elements such as the furniture inspired by the Han Dynasty, the paintings from the murals in the hall of the temple, and the marble patterns reminiscent of ink paintings of mountains creates an experience like no other. The creators have truly outdone themselves with this incredible design and it is no wonder that it won the A' Design Award for Hospitality, Recreation, Travel and Tourism Design.
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| Chloe Turner |
Comment #70758 on January 4, 2023, 3:03 am |
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I'm absolutely in awe of the design of Yu Zuo Hotel! It's amazing how Feng Guoqiang and Chen Yan were able to take an ancient temple and transform it into a beautiful and comfortable hotel. The attention to detail is inspiring and it's clear that the designers had a vision and made it into a reality. The history of the temple is brought to life in the design, and I'm sure that this unique accommodation will provide a tranquil and special experience for all visitors. Congratulations to Feng Guoqiang and Chen Yan for their award-winning work!
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| Mark Allen |
Comment #72640 on January 4, 2023, 3:58 am |
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This award-winning work is a testament to the value of incorporating historic and royal culture in design. Its utilization of traditional elements such as furniture inspired by the Han Dynasty and Qing Dynasty, paintings from the murals in the temple, and marble patterns on the bathroom walls truly bring the past to life. By using simple materials, light tones, soft lighting, and carefully selected artwork, this design perfectly balances between history and contemporary. It is a wonderful example of how to create a sense of place and connection with the exterior, despite the limited budget and restrictive building structure.
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| Elisabeth Clark |
Comment #74155 on January 4, 2023, 4:41 am |
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I am so impressed by Feng Guoqiang and Chen Yan's work on Yu Zuo! They have truly outdone themselves by creating a hotel design that captures the essence of the historic and royal culture of the Han Dynasty. Through the use of carefully researched elements such as the paintings inspired by the temple murals and the furniture textiles inspired by the patterns of Qing Dynasty emperors' robes, they have managed to create a hotel that is both quiet and comfortable, while still providing a unique experience of the culture of the city. Congratulations to Feng Guoqiang and Chen Yan on their well-deserved A' Design Award!
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