This project was commissioned by the design research institute affiliated with Aono’s sister company. The owners wished to retain as much of the original home furnishings as possible. To honor this, we developed a spatial system that employs concise and robust materials and techniques.
Fuzzy Boundaries – Defining Extreme Zones Within Limited Space
▲ Outdoor Door Area
▲ Outdoor Exhibition Area
▲ Axonometric Analysis Diagram
Given the constraints of the available space, we chose to blur the boundaries between some functional areas.
This approach not only maximizes space utilization but also fosters a lively and engaging environment.
▲ Leisure Bar and Compact Kitchen
▲ Leisure Bar
▲ Xiaojing · Leisure Bar
The open leisure area features partially suspended ceilings. Alongside the grand curved corners lies an open office space, with varied ceiling heights that add dynamic rhythm to the overall spatial experience.
▲ Leisure Area
▲ Curved Corner · Leisure Area
▲ Small Scenic Detail · Leisure Area
Preserving Memories – Soft Furnishings That Carry Stories
▲ Office Space
▲ Long Desk · Office Space
▲ Small Scenic Detail · Office Space
The owners were intent on preserving the original furniture and soft furnishings as much as possible.
As a result, the design and construction teams engaged in detailed discussions and carefully selected materials and layouts. Ultimately, nearly all existing furniture was retained, helping to control costs effectively.
▲ Office Space
▲ Skylight Adapted Office Space
▲ Small Scenic Detail · Office Space
Material Dialogue – Raw and Rough Materials Bring New Life
▲ Independent Office Space
▲ Xiaojing · Independent Office Space
Unfolding Design is a studio focused on brand visuals, composed of a young and energetic team. Their goal was to create a clean, distinctive office environment that conveys a sense of strength—an approach aligned with our design philosophy.
▲ Concerto of Multiple Materials · Independent Office Space
▲ Xiaojing · Independent Office Space
▲ Guest Reception Area and Independent Office Space
▲ Xiaojing · Independent Office Space
We employed abundant raw and rough materials such as cement, ultra-white glass, and porous bricks.
Additionally, original concrete walls were preserved, creating a unique aesthetic through the contrast of diverse materials while significantly reducing costs.
▲ Porous Brick Long Table · Conference Area
▲ Porous Brick Long Table · Conference Area
▲ Small Scenic Detail · Meeting Area
▲ Floor Plan
Project Information:
Name: Design Research Institute Office
Location: Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Building Area: 102 square meters
Design Firm: Woye Space Design Firm
Lead Designer: Su Jing
Designer: Xi Haojie
Project Development: Xi Haojie
Photography: Su Jing
Text and Image Editing: 33
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