Zmake: A New Concept in Office Space Design

Artistic, Leisure, and Sharing: Xiaobo Ye's Innovative Approach to Office Design

In a world where office spaces often feel monotonous and uninspiring, designer Xiaobo Ye introduces a breath of fresh air with his innovative project, Zmake. This new concept in office design not only redefines the traditional office model but also enhances the work environment through artistry, leisure, and sharing.

With Zmake, Xiaobo Ye and his team have made a daring attempt to completely jump out of the conventional office space thinking. The project is a perfect blend of modern design and traditional craftsmanship, featuring a 21-meter "T" corridor that serves as an information promulgation gallery and an interactive space. This corridor is a space everyone will pass before entering the office area, promoting communication and improving work efficiency.

The unique properties of Zmake lie in its innovative use of materials and design elements. The main materials used in the project are bamboo, terrazzo, Dalek paint, and stainless steel. The bamboo weaving work, which lasted 35 days, is a testament to the team's commitment to preserving traditional craftsmanship. The longest part of the single bamboo weaving was 11 meters, and the width was 17 millimeters and 20 millimeters. This use of bamboo weaving aims at inheriting the spirit of craftsmen and the natural material "bamboo".

The design process of Zmake was not without its challenges. As an indispensable element of this scheme, bamboo weaving device is presented in different forms in different spaces. The twisting and revolving extension model circles around the theme entrance of "narrow doors, long distance, low light" and the top of the comprehensive bar, giving space flexibility and vitality. Large-scale arrays are formed at the top of the "T" platform corridor to make the space more hierarchical. Form enclosed space in the incubation and reception center of the program.

Notably, Zmake has been recognized for its innovative design and has been awarded Silver in A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award in 2020. The award is given to top-of-the-line, creative, and professionally remarkable designs that illustrate outstanding expertise and innovation. These designs, admired for their strong technical characteristics and splendid artistic skill, showcase a remarkable level of excellence and introduce positive feelings, amazement, and wonder.

In conclusion, Zmake is a testament to Xiaobo Ye's innovative approach to office design. By redefining the traditional office model and enhancing the work environment through artistry, leisure, and sharing, Zmake sets a new standard for office spaces worldwide. It is a project that truly embodies the spirit of innovation and design, and it serves as an inspiration for future office design projects.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: Xiaobo Ye
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Ming Guo, Reception, 2019. Image #2: Photographer Ming Guo, Bar, 2019. Image #3: Photographer Ming Guo, Corridor, 2019. Image #4: Photographer Ming Guo, Open Office, 2019. Image #5: Photographer Ming Guo, Entrance, 2019.
Project Team Members: Xiaobo Ye XiaoJing Feng JingLi Zhao Zongqi Zhao Changyuan Su Peng Wang
Project Name: Zmake
Project Client: Xiaobo Ye


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