Kunming · Daguan – The Eternal and the Moment
Daguan , the latest creation by Aurora Design, is nestled on the bustling Nanqiang Street in downtown Kunming. This vibrant locale carries the legacy of the city’s centuries-old “Yunjin Night Market”, while also housing the whispers of history from the late Ming to early Qing dynasties. Here, the lively pulse of modern life is tucked within the embrace of ancient architecture, blending timeless beauty with the fleeting moments of today.
NIO House | Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport: A new exclusive experience for NIO users traveling around the world
The core appeal of electric vehicle manufacturer NIO lies in its promise to be much more than a car company. Alongside designing and manufacturing the next generation of EVs, the Shanghai-headquartered brand NIO has grown to encompass ventures in fashion, personal technology-related elements that allow users to tap into a vibrant NIO lifestyle that stretches far beyond the driver’s seat.
Architectural Intelligence 2024: AIA International Conference Concludes in Hong Kong
The AIA International Conference 2024, held from October 23rd to 27th, brought together a vibrant mix of architects, designers, and thought leaders in Hong Kong, all united under the theme "Architectural Intelligence." Hosted by the American Institute of Architects (AIA), this year’s conference took place at The Henderson, a stunning architectural marvel designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, providing a breathtaking backdrop for discussions on the future of architecture.
Introducing CM Jao - Jury Member of the K-DESIGN AWARD
We are excited to highlight CM Jao, co-founder of Oft Interiors Ltd and a respected jury member of the K-DESIGN AWARD. A graduate of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University School of Design, CM specializes in innovative shopping malls and leisure spaces.
Making of Places and Community Building Across two regions
On September 18 and 19, we co-hosted two transformative events: the "Making of Places: Participation for Everyone" seminar and the “Staunton Community Building Workshop”. These events were part of the Agenda 2030 initiative, organized by the Consulate General of the Czech Republic in Hong Kong, Neighbourhood Innovation Lab by Architecture Commons , Hong Kong Social Entrepreneurship Forum , and Social Enterprise Summit , with support from the Agenda 2030 Project Fund and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Czechia. Wyndham Social and Habyt served as our venue partners.
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Planter Box House is aimed to celebrate sustainable living lifestyle and to grow food for self-sufficiency. With multiple passive design strategies to create a low energy house, the house is covered by more than 40 types of edible plants.
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Tropical Oasis with teak roof and screens, blends inside & outside boundaries connecting people to nature. Studio Saxe was commissioned to design two beach houses in the beautiful town of Santa Teresa in Costa Rica. We decided to blend the tropical jungle into the houses whilst creating a bioclimatic comfort for people to enjoy the outdoor experience.
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John Anthony is a contemporary dim sum restaurant located in Hong Kong. The concept for the restaurant is drawn from the historical figure John Anthony, the first Chinese man to be naturalized as a British citizen in 1805.
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Conceived as an urban artefact and drawing from the historical roots of the city of Fuzhou, the Relic Shelter internalizes a piece of distinct heritage at a time when rapid new development has eroded traditional culture and identity.
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Montego Bay, Minmetals Land Limited’s pioneering real estate development in Hong Kong is under construction and is anticipated to be completed on Q1 of 2023. It is a unique residential development in a new iconic area of East Kowloon District which exhibits 270 degree panoramic sea views to Victoria Harbour.
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The site is a former school compound which was built in the 60s. The school was vacated in 2001 and the building was subsequently converted into a commercial development in 2013.
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In 2010, starting from Dadong Restaurant, Mr. Liu Daohua, who was born in architectural design, began to formally enter the field of catering design, and has since created one classic work after another. The Tasting in Jiangnan project in Nanjing is his first time to enter a five-star hotel to do catering design.
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Yamaha Music is a project that evokes positive memories long after its completion. Starting with a sophisticated client, knowledgeable enough to challenge details, yet allowing creative design freedom.



