view of the kitchen
gentle and soft lights on kitchen units
both the internal walls and kitchen units are covered in cobblestones
stainless steel kitchen tops and large extractors are fitted
concrete flooring
Revised details: cobblestoned kitchen units are covered in glass panels to avoid contact with water or juices of food
Reception desk inspired by the Chinese lantern
Concrete flooring with several bamboo lumicor glass panels
Semi-transparent glass ‘windows’ on cobblestoned walls, enabling visitors to peep into the rooms
The space is fitted with soft and gentle lightings shown in the kitchen
2 Other key elements to a real ID designers’ world
sections..
something I have attempted in my first project although i have failed.
Here’s my 2nd attempt on sections with the use of materials and the mood (melancholy..Cheers to Adam Khan)
(please refer to my dropbox page for full resolution:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/z88vpdh4ehkssii/sections.jpg)
downs: people aren’t in scale
minor mistake on stairs
Cobblestone is majorly used in my space to give a sense of China. During my crit, I have been told that the material is not suitable for kitchen units as bacteria would grow on them when damped or is in contact with food; it is difficult to be cleaned and maintained. Instead I should have it glazed to avoid the material from direct contact with food or water.
(So far) Planning has been a real challenge for me this year as I felt regulations have really constricted my creativity. After several changes I finally came up with this plan (for the crit).. although there’s still a bit to be changed for my portfolio (with already 5+ drafts in hand). After all I was pleased with the progress I’ve made since the last project..
A step closer to the real I-D designers’ world
As I have discussed in my last post, I am not too fond of the traditional Chinese architecture/ design. Patriotic design can often look tacky, cheap and overdone; luckily I have found some interesting contemporary bar/ restaurant design with traces of the far east.
Nisha Bar Lounge by Pascal Arquitectos
As I am working on a project based upon the Chinese culture, I started off my research on Chinese architecture/ design. Being born and raised in Hong Kong, I’ve had the advantage of seeing both the modern and traditional (Chinese) architecture although I have never been a fan of the old.
Wang Shu (Pritzker Price winner 2011) was the first person that appeared on my research; He has cleverly picked out the esthetic elements of Chinese architecture using the common (local) materials and incorporating them into a modern and slick building.
The Ningbo History Museum was one of the most interesting ones of all; the ‘history’ museum was built with the Chinese cobblestones, bamboo and tiles (commonly used in local barn houses). I like the connection between the 2 how the ‘new’ is almost made with just the ‘old’. The idea appeals to me as a designer although creating something new with the significant elements of the old can often be a a challenge!
symbolizes good luck
source: http://chineseknotting.org/luck/
Manchester claimed to have the largest Chinatown in the UK, and possibly in Europe. It has a constellation of Chinese restaurants and take aways; however, there is a sufficient lack of cookery schools specialized in Chinese cooking. There is only 1 (Sweet Mandarin) in town based on my research and it requires booking in prior which isn’t necessary the best for those who are new to town.
My space aims to provide a welcoming atmosphere and accommodate those are keen to learn about the making dim sum from experienced Chinese locals. The space also offers demonstrations of tea making and the use of chopsticks; enabling the enthusiastic general public to get a flavor of the Chinese culture.
