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Zhongshan Metropolis Sales Center

Zhongshan Metropolis

Zhongshan Metropolis is a sales center interior located in Xuzhou, China. The design combines classical forms with contemporary technology. The reception hall has a high ceiling and a terrazzo floor with a geometric pattern that guides the flow of visitors. A curved arch recalls neoclassical form, and a long aisle leads to a holographic projection display area. The palette is based on white and gray, with wine red details, long seats by the window and velvet armchairs. The negotiation area uses organic lines and oriental patterns in green, light yellow and coral pink.

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Ethereal Hair Salon

Ethereal

Ethereal is a hair salon interior located in Taipei. The space covers 133 square meters. Wood is used as the main material, and its solid character is combined with surrounding textures. From a distance the interior looks like an installation artwork, while closer viewing reveals detailed craft work. Woodcraft elements and textures are rearranged to move away from the traditional image of a commercial hair salon. Curved and linear forms, ink-like gradations and natural scents create a calm atmosphere. The design is intended as an urban retreat where visitors can relax.

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Eternal Beauty Sales Center

Eternal Beauty

Eternal Beauty is a sales center interior completed in 2020 in Liaoning, Taiwan. The project covers 1034 square meters. The design takes its themes from diamonds, fashion shows and catwalks. Clear lines and decorative art extend the space horizontally, so the lobby appears broad and open. Contemporary materials and techniques are used, and assorted art pieces are displayed as visual highlights. Light passes through an aluminum plate wall, while geometric elements and hanging mountain and rock landscapes form shifting shadows.

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Jed Conversion

Jed

Jed is a business and event hub located in Schlieren, Switzerland, on the outskirts of Zurich. The project converts a former train manufacturing plant and later newspaper printing facility into a site of 36,000 square meters with around 2,000 workplaces. Offices, event locations, restaurants, coworking areas and a coffee roastery are combined within post-industrial architecture. The scale of the former printing halls is retained. New floors, two atriums, ramps, bridges and open staircases add daylight, spatial flow and connection.

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HBI Ceramiche Operational HQ

HBI Ceramiche

HBI Ceramiche is a corporate headquarters interior that also serves as a service center and an exhibition center. The facade is 17 meters high and 32 meters wide. A void shaped as a patio forms the core of the plan. Stepped elements create the exhibition platform, the stage and the seating, and the same stepped composition shapes the facade, so interior and exterior read as one form. Rock slabs are widely used as paving for an integrated surface. A small canteen was added for staff and visiting clients.

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Parallel Universe Residential House

Parallel Universe

Parallel Universe is a residential interior design for a home of 905 square meters. The design combines Art Deco details with a modern approach. Geometric wheat ear elements appear throughout the space, and marble and copper metal are used as complementary materials. The color scheme is based on black, gold, gray and white. Two bedrooms are placed on the ground floor, one behind the living room for the elders and one near the dining and leisure area. Three generations can live together without disturbing each other.

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