ONE Teahouse

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ONE Teahouse

PrizeWinner in Architectural Design / Restoration & Renovation, Winner in Interior Design / Public Spaces

Firm LocationShanghai, China

CompanyMINAX Architects

Lead ArchitectZhigang Lu

Design TeamCongyi Huang, Li Liu, Like Niu, Zhirui Liu

Projecthttp://www.minax.com.cn/en/design_detail.aspx?id=383

Shanghai-based practice Minax Architects finds a new approach to traditional Chinese teahouse design, with their wooden space creating a meaningful optical illusion. Using 999 wooden sticks attached to the chipboard walls and pointing at an identical center, the architects have created an egg-shaped space within a simple rectangular room. the design refers to the great orderliness and refinement of Chinese culture.