The inspiration of this program comes from ant hills which has a unique structure. Though the internal structure of ant hills are very complex, it can construct a huge and ordered kingdom. This illustrates the architectural structure of it is extremely rational. Meanwhile,the inside of graceful arcs of ant hills build an imposing palace which seems extra exquisite. Therefore,the designer use the ant’s wisdom for reference to build both artistic and well-constructed space as well as ant hills.
Zhipeng Kang is an observant and reflective person. When he was in college, he spent a lot of time in studying the relationship between human being and the nature. Thus, his design works could convey this relationship. He likes the beautiful sceneries and creatures in nature.He is also fascinated by different regional cultures. All those he beloved consists the inspirations of his designs. Kang's works express his insight of nature.
Huaqiao University (HQU) was founded in 1960 as an institution of higher learning designated for the educational needs of overseas Chinese and the children of returned overseas Chinese. The university is subordinate to the Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China. It is one of the first batch of universities rated Excellent in the nation-wide quality evaluation of undergraduate education by the Ministry of Education (MOE). In addition, it is China’s major base for overseas Chinese language and culture education and a national Quality Education Base for College Students.