Jiangnan Yipin: A Fusion of Modernism and Oriental Garden ArtZN Design's Award-Winning Sales Office Project
ZN Design's Jiangnan Yipin project, a sales office located in Nanning, Guangxi, is a harmonious blend of modernism and oriental garden art. Inspired by ancient Chinese landscape paintings, the design aims to create a tranquil, natural space that reflects the spirit of returning to nature. This article explores the unique properties, realization technology, and challenges faced during the design process.
The Jiangnan Yipin project stands out for its unique approach to modern naturalism. ZN Design sought to explore the relevance of modernism in today's time, regions, and cultural contexts. The beauty of the space is expressed through the change of light and shadow, creating an atmosphere that is a mix of modernism, contemporary art, colleges, art galleries, and gardens.
The realization of the design involved a meticulous process. The floor plans were refined and layout design was done in a rigorous way. 3D models were refined and used for reasoning and verification of the space. Custom-made art pieces were ordered, material selection was done, and project construction details were controlled. The complete space was then rendered with famous photographers.
One of the key challenges faced during the design process was creating a narrative and sense of context in an orderly space. The texture and perception everywhere is similar, making it difficult to interpret the narrative and situational sense of the space. However, the design team was able to overcome this challenge and create a space that is both quiet and peaceful.
The design project, which took place from March to May 2020, was inspired by the designer's visit to Porto Spain two years ago. The Porto School of Architecture, designed by Siza, particularly influenced the design of the Jiangnan Yipin project. The large-span top skylight installation at the top of the library, which is quiet and minimal, served as a key inspiration.
The Jiangnan Yipin project was awarded the Golden A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award in 2021. The award is granted to marvelous, outstanding, and trendsetting creations that reflect the designer's prodigy and wisdom. They are venerated products and bright ideas that advance art, science, design, and technology, embodying extraordinary excellence and significantly impacting the world with their desirable characteristics.
Project Details and Credits
Project Designers: ZN DESIGN
Image Credits: Image #1-26：Photographe Mconcept，2020
Project Team Members: ZN DESIGN
Project Name: Jiangnan Yipin
Project Client: ZN DESIGN