Community Park of Joy and Harmony — Rejuvenation of Beijing Min'an Community

PrizeHonorable Mention in Landscape Architecture / Urban Design
Firm LocationShenzhen, China
Project locationBeijing,China
CompanyUrban Planning & Design Institute of Shenzhen
Lead ArchitectShan Liang, Sima Xiao
Design TeamMain Designer: Hong Tao, Zang Yong, Chen Yong, Zheng Yi, Liu Hao, Jing Wanli; Structural Engineer: Ma Chaoming; Designer: Li Dan, Luo Yuting, Zhou Jin, Huang Wei, Hu Wen, Yin Xuewen, Liang Zhuokuan
ClientBeixinqiao Sub-district Office, Dongcheng District, Beijing

The Min 'an community rejuvenation is a monumental project which explores small-scale public space renewal in urban environments with challenging land constraints. To fulfill residents’ needs,this project made a thorough and detailed transformation an abandoned and broken courtyard with huge physical and social impacts. Spatial optimization is achieved with a wealth of activities provided within the site. While implementing universal designs and integrating cultural elements, the project also re-establishes strong connections between people and space, where neighbors regain trust and laughter.