Chengdu’s urban fabric is woven together by activities such as listening to opera, drinking tea, visiting gardens, and enjoying scenic views. “To rest under a large tree canopy” is a saying that reflects the relaxed essence of daily life in Sichuan and Chongqing. The leisure lifestyle under trees conveys a sense of content and comfort.

The store has relocated from its original location on the first floor to a second-floor space. Since the increase in size, Say expands the concept of the “opera watching and tea drinking” tranquil lifestyle into the new space by mimicking the dappled lighting effects using light films.

The original site has lots of edges, and the complex edges cut the site into multiple spaces.

he wooden opera stage was assembled with wooden tapered columns and hanging rods. The opera stage installation spans across the entire space, eliminating the irregularity of the edges. The assembled structure is quite simple with tapered columns connecting hanging rods, forming a unified object.

Overhead spotlights cast light onto the ceiling of the opera stage, bringing the dappled lighting effect creating a visual impression of being shaded by a tree canopy. The interplay of ever-changing light spots and the wooden structure infused the static space with natural rhythm.

Entering from the mall, walking through the opera stage, choosing clothes, the light film at the stage ceiling shifting patterns of light, mimicking the natural light and shadows as if beneath a canopy, casting patches of light spots flowing in the space.

Visiting inward, the space gradually leads to a broad central atrium. Visitors passing through an array of shades, the light brightens. The glazed facade invites natural light into the indoor, views expand along. On the stage, flows a sense of nature, off the stage, lives a calm and spontaneous life.

The brand continues using white as a base tone while the wood framework acts like a flowing spine, drawing together and connecting the entire space. Light spots flicker and shift across the film, softening the sense of artificiality of the installation.

Say hopes the tranquil rhythms of “To rest under a large tree canopy’’ blend with the brand’s language, through the weaving circulation and moving light film, bringing an infusing, vivid light and shadow opera.

YEK launched a pop-up store in Shanghai, serving as an offline stage for kid slashers. Say integrated the diverse lifestyle of kids slashers into space design, transforming a shopping scene into a vibrant leisure scene through the “/” symbol, creating an amusing playground for slashers.

The space reimagined, magnifies the “/”symbol, turning it into a sleek, lightweight metal pipe that weaves through the environment, drawn from the boundless imagination and vibrant energy of children, leaving a jubilant trace.

The metal pipe undulates and intertwines, forming a series of slides, rollercoaster-like curves, and climbing frames. Seen through the lens of a child’s eyes, sparks of inspiration travel along this path, blooming inward as they go. Each stop becomes a functional element: display counter, shelving units and fitting rooms.

The hand-craft metal pipe allows high flexibility and more creative potential, while more design thinking lies in the thoughtful details.

Driven from the curve of a roller coaster, the central meandering clothing racks have slots for hanging.

Every bends and turns were infused with the brand’s spirit, showing precise and distinctive craftmentship.

Movable tablets are placed in both the fitting room and central display for more outfit inspiration.

The original site is located in the atrium of a shopping mall, with an open ceiling, and lacquered aluminium-made grid panels curved allowing natural light to flow into the space. Light fixtures are discreetly integrated within the aluminium panels, minimizing visual clutter and eliminating the need for excessive ornamentation. This approach creates a clean, refined atmosphere that emphasizes simplicity and a return to essentials.

The path of growth is a curvy journey full of surprises with initiative climbs and brave slumps, where every rise and fall traces the course of exploration. A single “/” metal rod threads together all kinds of facets of a kid slasher’s life.

Here in this playground built with imagination, say encourages children to roam and explore, embracing their individuality with freedom, joy and endless sense of wonder.

DEEP BREATH has unveiled a new flagship store in Guangzhou. The brand has been devoted to crafting comfortable cashmere wear. In response, say traced the origin of cashmere, drawing inspiration from nature’s purity and breathability of cashmere. This essence was translated into the spatial language of the store, creating an ethereal “Breathborne Hill”.

The wooden handles at the entrance are textured with gentle folds, as the scroll unfurls the narrative of hills, where the exploration of nature starts.

The display racks and experiential spaces interweaved, while undulating curves enclosed the fitting area, the outer folded texture, mimicking scattered haystacks across a natural landscape.

The rolling panels enhanced spatial rhythm, while the patterned floor tile resembled the crotched stone clusters, creating an organic and engaging visual experience.

The meandering wooded dropped ceiling simulates a hilly landform, flowing rhythmically and wrapping the upper perimeter of the space. The entire structure is recessed into the wall, with a cantilever design ensuring a clean presentation. The perforated ceiling appears light and breathable, evoking a sense of effortless movement.

The walls are designed to display cashmere products, the surface is adorned with the delicate texture of knitted wool-an architectural language of warmth and softness.

Fine leather is wrapped in the centre core display, offering protection and a heightened tactile experience for customers.

The structure of hills is light and rolling, ethereal materials matched with low-saturation colours, achieved a gentle, tactile quality. The bright and open façade framed the interior like a canvas, enclosing the space making contrast with the urban hustle and pretenciousness of the shopping mall. Inside the picture frame, organic wood and airy ambiance marinade a calming retreat.

Say aims to amplify the brand’s value of lightness and calming feelings tangibly and intuitively. The expression of this “hill” goes beyond its physical form. It blends the well-curated sensory experience into the shopping experience, infusing air into the space, and allowing customers to engage with the ecological narrative, where they can feel the essence of the brand and take a deep breath.

say architects Shanghai has settled in Columbia Circle Phase 2, joining Luximorph to create a collaborative workspace. Say envisions integrating the design essence into the space and seeking to cultivate an open, vibrant Jardin, exploring innovative possibilities.

The office is located on the south-facing second floor of the Columbia Circle Phase 2, featuring a row of full-height windows, which allows abundant natural light to flood the space and extends the greenery from the community’s corridor into the space. At the entrance, a set of material display walls sections the space, while defines a mini garden window, serving as a screen of the office area.

Stepping inside, the open working area is positioned in the centre, and the communal space forms an L-shape, enclosed the working area. Following the pathway through the communal space, leads to the reception area and a water feature. A linear shaped island counter serves as a subtle divider, delineating distinct pathways for dynamic and static functions.

The dynamic communal space serves as a reception and exhibition, as moving inward, the decoration and colour scheme soften, aligning with the refined atmosphere of a gallery.

The left-blank wall and corridors of the atrium brought an artistic stillness, offering a quiet pause that tempers external distractions. Behind this transition with curtains drawn back, reveals a secluded and comfortable meeting room.

The static workspace features Say’s custom-designed long tables with no partitions between workstations to foster a more flexible and collaborative environment.

The water bar counter incorporates a cut-out section, framing the view of the cedars and ferns, with lights filter through the glass that radiate the space with warmth.

The left area is functioned as a meeting room. Sliding open the inner partition, the showroom can be used as sample storage, enabling hands-on interaction.

The lush vegetation and metal structure meticulously refined the office, with precise craftmanship lending a sophisticated tactile experience. The integration of natural wood grains and stone texture subtly infuses the space with elegance.

When light creeps through the corridor, refracting onto the garden window, casting delicate shadow patterns that blur the boundaries between interior and exterior, intertwining their flow of narratives.

With an enlargement of communal space, a more versatile environment has been introduced, where work is no longer limited to designated workspace.

Soft screens delineate functional zones without restrictions-allowing work, exhibition, and meeting to coexist. Say hope the new office serve as a space for unrestricted expressions, fostering a workplace that remains youthful, urban, bright, agile, and vital.

One Century(Hangzhou Wangchao Center) is designed by SOM (US), which is widely regonized as a perfect blend of high-functional performance designs and engineering.

say architects（SAY） was commissioned by Dadao Qiyun to design a sample office space on the 15^th floor. SAY aims to integrate Eastern philosophical thinking into the high-rise concrete jungle, emphasizing the natural rhythm and flow of the space, and creating an office environment that prioritizes comfort and experience.

Based on the research of various office areas from different enterprises, and starting from the patterns of work and human behaviour within the space, the brief asks for two functional areas: the internal and external office zones. SAY separated the space into three main functional areas, with small and big demonstration offices on the sides, leaving a spacious central public area connecting the two office sections.The layout sets the foundation on a 300 x 300 grid, ensuring modularity and a sense of order within the space.

The overall spatial layout uses a 1200mm or 1500mm wall panel, the traditional oriental culture accentuates the balance between the collective and the individual. By using modular components to build different functional rooms, the design creates a homogeneous yet fluid space that accommodates diverse activities and office environments.

To eliminate the suffocating feeling created by traditional separators, the wall panels are constructed with transparent glass, expanding the visual fields, while opening and brightening the space. This selection enhanced the coherence and the flow of the space.

The glass material allows light to travel through the space, maximizing natural light, ensuring a sense of transparency and comfort, and encouraging open communication and interaction.

The rhythmic flow of light and shadow serves as a subtle yet abundant expression of Oriental aesthetics. Immersed in the environment, stillness contrasts with movement, and the relationship between people and the environment is harmoniously rendered. As light travels throughout the day, the atmosphere within the space continuously evolves, offering a dynamic and ever-changing aesthetic experience.

As the first space upon entering, the public space has no traditional reception desk or formal greeting areas. The space is introduced by a circular sofa and a tea bar, simulating a relaxed living room. The Oriental approach to hospitality is inclusive and open, where guests are not seen as cold business contacts, but rather as friends being warmly received. The public area is impregnated with meaning beyond functionality; it represents the beginning of an emotional connection.

Entering the office areas, the vibrant working desks and natural wood accents soften the working space. To adapt to daily needs, the back of the workstation is adjacent to a movable water bar. Colourful soft furnishings brighten the surroundings, breaking away from the monotony of the office area, and adding richness and fun to the space. This design ensures those long-hour workers no longer feel restricted by the isolated environment.

In the normal configuration, the wall panels are defined with partitions of various sizes including traditional office areas, flexible office areas, collaborative areas, meeting rooms and a tea room, all providing a secure and comfortable working environment. In the open configuration, the wall panels allow deconstruction and reassembly according to needs, creating a wider and comfortable shared space.

The removable panels provide a diverse layout and configurations. The interconnected volumes not only provide visual expansion but also infuse the space with a sense of movement. While the static panels maintain a sense of order, which the dynamic transition is a rare feature in traditional office space. With the flexible layouts, the space becomes a volume for functions and an expression. The shift from static to dynamic turns the office from a stale process into an innovative and vital experience.

ts special flexible layout feature, serves as the foundation of this sample office, while the intelligent design enhances the user experience by offering greater efficiency and convenience. Features such as meeting room booking, environmental monitoring, and smart controls seamlessly integrate with the distinct characteristics of each area, achieving a harmonious balance between technological intelligence and spatial design.

The digitalized control system reduces the reliance on traditional panels, allowing users to effortlessly switch between different scenarios with one single click, transitioning between creation, collaboration, and relaxation. This enhances the overall experience. To maintain a clean environment, the design embedded fixtures as much as possible, minimizing the visibility of exposed components. Refining the structural joints and metal frames to achieve a balance between aesthetics and functionality.

With an open and vital space, bringing a breathable office environment. The influx of natural light and open vistas brightens the areas, with the interplay of light and shadow, evoking the subtle flow of oriental heritage. Based on the concept of de-office-ification, SAY integrates an easy assembly model with colour aesthetics, offering a deep exploration of flexible collaboration and high-level intelligence, answering to the emerging trends in future office design.

Tagi. has opened an offline pet-friendly space at GATE M Shanghai, welcoming pets to explore and experience inside the inclusive Tagi house.

Therefore, Say concentrated on the daily activities of pets, aiming to create a warm paradise for furry kids and their families.

Matching building blocks were designed at the entrance. As the folding doors open, the staircase leads to different categories of products while dividing the layout into upper and lower floors.

Both floors have circular layouts, beginning with simple accessories, and gradually expanding into the finer sections. Displays wrap around the handrail, with various pet products hanging along it. Transitioning into a living scene space.

The surrounding product display enhances the spaciousness and flexibility to the central activity stage.

Pet bowls are provided at the entrance. Apple-shaped holes are embedded in the seating, satisfying pets’ need to explore.

Gradually magnified apple shapes are craved on the side of the store, acting as the photo backgrounds for all pets. Tilt-turn windows are open to capture sounds from all around, connecting nature and the street and rejuvenating the space with sounds.

As more young people value pet-friendly considerations in both travel and home,Tagi.’s inventions of pet products is a exploration of a lifestyle.

The blend of functionality and emotion embodies a new life attitude, not only cute and colorful accessories are the output of the brand, but also creat an ideal community for pets and people with shared love and memories.

RIMOWA has launched a limited pop-up space in Shenzhen, the brand known for its superior craftsmanship has accompanied numerous travelers on their journey of exploration.

Say intended to amplify the iconic grooved design, forming a shape resembling a suitcase by arraying a columnar layout. This installation delivers a visual impact while manifesting an adventurous journey.

The skeleton of this installation is made of translucent acrylic, the grooved C-shaped columns were cast as a single piece, and the upper and lower ends are interlocked with beams using mortise and tenon joints, eliminating the exposed joints typical of conventional structures, which results in a cleaner façade.

The lightweight and translucent acrylic paired with metal elements, brings a visual sense of fluidity. This blends aesthetics and technology forming a dynamic passage, inviting visitors to explore and participate in the event.

Stepping into the inner space, the display and brand stories are presented in a circular layout along the perimeter, leaving a spacious active event space for a better visiting experience.

Different materials are used to distinguish various parts. The signature RIMOWA vintage blue carpet is laid throughout the suitcase-shaped space, with a rich texture that eliminates the monotonous flatness.

The arrangement of the space could be interconnected according to memories, creating a layered interactive space, which provides visitors with a comprehensive experience.

The concept of the Limited Pop-up space resembles a gigantic RIMOWA suitcase, with its past brand stories presented inside. As the suitcase opens, the event begins, symbolizing the passage of time. A new chapter of the story is unfolding and every participant becomes a composer, to write further vivid and exciting memories.

BEQUEENSTORY Flagship store located at Hangzhou Centre, devoted to making statement pieces for girls, creating happiness through the ritual of dressing.

say architects hoping to shape the space into a splendid party eve,by deliberating the delicacy of the brand into the space, import the vibrant flow.

Shell is integrated into roughcast, brightening the dark-coloured entrance, and acting as a crown above the shop.

Wardrobe corridors were arranged at the entrance for party girls to pick their favorite outfits.

The glass cabinets are clear as crystal, imitating girls' glam wardrobes. The central cabinet contains various accessories for try-on and purchase, inviting customers to immerse in the joy of the party eve.

The parlour is right through the corridors, as a gathering place, the parlour connects to the fitting area and wardrobe. Differentiate from the corridor, it provides a warm, welcoming experience. Space was planned in a circular layout, providing openness and coherence with each section.

The circular space is open for sitting and discussion after choosing their favorite outfits, where a movable sofa is located at the centre. The sofa is surrounded by display shelves, spreading outwards to allow circulation.

At the side of the parlour is the fitting room, where girls transform into beauty queens and begin their dreamy parties.

Silver full-body mirrors are installed on the wall, extending the boundary of the party, and reflecting all the guests and all the joy they have.

The spatial layout opens the functions of the space and accessibilities, the corridors could be seen as a red carpet, satisfying the sense of ceremony, and the parlour could be seen as an exhibition space, immersed in this modern party.

Red walls, pink bricks and metallic fringes, various degrees of saturation were used for creating a romantic atmosphere -a party shopping place sparkles yet not excessive.

Exquisite, luxuriant space conveys a sense of comfort, and the unique warm expression sincerely evokes a romantic nature, maximalism and minimalism are both art.

nice rice new concept store located at aranya Riverain. Due to the individuality of the site and the splendid geolocation, say architects hopes to bring the orange sea of Aranya inside and build a gold coast that never ends, by using light as expression, creating undulating volumes, intertwining lights and shadows.

The building has three stories, the first and second floors are used for shopping, and the rooftop serves as a relaxing spot.

The high ceiling connects the three stories, and the vaulted ceiling allows light to flow through, pouring golden spots into the room.

The simple division of the volume creates a lasting and calm atmosphere where the bright orange injects vitality into the space. Motion blends with station, light intertwines with shadow, and forming a silent conversation between people and light, people and architecture, human and nature.

The tilted clothesline simulated the curve of the waves, light protecting downwards, the floor seems flooded with orange waves, the walls are dyed through diffusion reflection, and the golden afterglow wraps the space as if situated in a cosy seaside.

Under different weather, the golden waves present different feelings, light runs through the space, and the experience is no longer deteriorated by the trace of time, leading the traveller to a spirit of freedom.

Each floor has different-sized windows and doors, at blue hours, silence creeps in, yet the orange sea flows inside the window.

From inside to outside, orange compliments the blue, transforming the space from a gold coast into a romantic coast, allowing free to explore, every place is a different and wonderful experience.

Sustainability is considered in the former designs of nice rice, the decay and aging of materials is visible but light offers an immoral beauty.

say architects hope to capture the natural light and the diffusion, using the immoral strength of light in the building. Entering the gold coast as you enter the space, sets the sky as background, and blends the man-made into nature.

MANITO is devoted to creating high-quality living experiences for those who enjoy life. say architects merges the elegancy and exquisite, wishing to portray the softness of the space through mono-white colour. While the various textures express the subtleness of the space. Injecting the flow of vitality, activates the space.

The entrance is adorned with a sleek jade stone facade, with a warm texture extending to the door handle.

Upon opening the door, satin unfolds and weaves its way inside, with the entrance facade and walls featuring rounded curves, all enveloped in silk.

The edges of all fixtures within the space are accented with silver trim, simulating the fine edging of silk products, adding an extra touch of sophistication and uniqueness. Organic curves connect seamlessly throughout, softening the edges of materials and allowing the vitality of life to flow through the space.

The overall space is designed with a clear and natural flow of shopping, featuring a two-way entrance and exit system.

Display shelves are built along the walls, preserving a more spacious area for movement.

The central display table is crafted from shadow wood, with wood pieces cut into unconventional shapes and stacked to create the contours of waves. The unique cloud-like grain of the natural wood spreads across the surface, resembling a subtle ink painting.

The back wall of the display table is fitted with a frosted acrylic panel, allowing delicate light to penetrate and reflect a silk-like texture, giving the space a lighter feel.

Additionally, an independent display cabinet is added on the other side of the wall, with a flexible and open cabinet wrapped in silk print, adding a more playful element to the display.

The refinement of the space is meticulously depicted from the outside in, while the product experience is felt from the surface to the core, deeply engaging with the ultimate pleasure brought by silk.

A consistent color scheme keeps harmony and comfort throughout the space, yet the unique textures of different materials enrich the spatial layers.

Say Architects intends to intertwine natural materials, allowing nature to breathe within the interior. The soft exterior wraps around the inner brilliance, and as one looks from the entrance inward, the original stone fades, and light and shadow flow, with each detail offering a different sensory experience.

The YEK brand has always provided a lifestyle full of imagination for "Slash" children. say hopes to build a magical fusion of fashion and geometric elements, creating a portal to imagination for "Slash" children（Children who has talented）. Here, seeds unrecognized by the outside world can grow, and independent-minded children can freely unleash their inspiration, finding more diverse and exciting versions of themselves.

The entrance of the store slopes inward, naturally guiding the crowd inward.

The overall space revolves around the design of "/", the slash. The slash is fixed and rotates 360° around, forming a trumpet-shaped spotlight. Two spotlights cast two circular spaces in the store, dividing it into two areas: the "stage" and the "backstage". This not only clearly delineates the primary and secondary areas but also naturally defines the circulation path.

The "stage" area provides the main display function for the store, where children can freely choose their favorite clothing. Surrounding the circular space are frosted acrylic walls, with organic curves softening the space, bringing forth a myriad of inspiring imaginations.

In the center where the spotlight shines, a resin-printed display stand is placed, providing a more flexible display for products.

To present a more unique and interesting texture, discarded fabric scraps from the brand's warehouse are collected, cut, folded, and placed in transparent resin in the center, creating a unique "treasure map" exclusive to YEK.

The "backstage" area serves as an extension of the "stage" for trying on clothes and leisure. Suspended in the corners, individual fitting rooms are snug against the walls, exuding a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere with their natural wood texture. Multiple angled fitting mirrors reflect the figures of children in various poses and styles, showcasing their versatility like "slash" children.

The infinite extension of the mirrors seems to be a portal to a magical world, allowing imagination to roam freely in this unique mirror gallery, exploring the various possibilities hidden deep within.

The entrance's lintel, serving as the portal, is crafted with frosted acrylic to create a soft partition facade. It is divided into upper and lower levels with multiple hollowed-out sections, ingeniously designed with height consideration, catering to different age groups' visual experiences. The upper level considers adult visual height for understanding the interior space, while the lower level considers children's visual height to retain their curiosity in exploring the space.

Children's world isn't just about toy cars and building blocks; it can also be full of personality and high-end sweetness and coolness. Say has crafted a unique portal of inspiration for "Slash" children, hoping to create such a unique space, allowing whimsical children to find their own paradise.

The new office of say architects is situated on the street, adjacent to the Qiantang River. In contrast to the previously more private office areas, the street-facing location presents greater challenges in terms of openness. say hopes that the new office can depart from traditional office modes, integrating leisure into the workspace. With user needs as a starting point, they aim to explore a more life-oriented open office space, providing a more comfortable and relaxed working experience for each user.

The entrance is connected to the community street, extending pedestrian bricks to the outdoor area. The landscape area at the entrance is connected to the hang bar outdoor area, embracing the natural surroundings of the community.

100*100 I-beams serve as the basis for the exterior facade structure, extending both indoors and outdoors. Outwardly protruding "cow legs" combined with ropes allow landscape plants to climb and grow along the ropes, while horizontal steel pipes are embedded with mist sprays.

The I-beams traversing inwardly provide support for the ladder shelves indoors, and the exposed steel frames serve as architectural pillars throughout the interior, creating a more relaxed and enjoyable office environment.

The entire ground floor of the office is used for office activities, incorporating three-dimensional boxes due to the advantage of height: a large conference room, stairs, and a model room. The adjacent block division ensures coherent use of each functional area.

Cast-in-place concrete stairs serve as connecting elements, with fabric covering during formwork to give them a natural texture after demoulding.

Holes left during formwork on the stairs serve as fixed points for handrails, which are made of threaded steel, creating a more authentic atmosphere through the combination of original building materials.

The large conference room is cantilevered above the ground floor without columns below, cleverly using hoop reinforcement to connect with the beams. The conference table features a wide end and a narrow end according to usage habits, ensuring a complete viewing experience for each participant. The floor of the conference room is made of cast-in-place perforated floor slabs to ensure light circulation.

The office area is located along the windows, with ultra-wide floor-to-ceiling windows ensuring ample sunlight collection. Natural light is introduced, eliminating the need for excessive artificial lighting. However, direct sunlight is also an issue, so awnings are provided for sunshade while maintaining the integrity of the outdoor green landscape.

The layout of functional areas in the office area conforms to the users' work habits. The work area is located in the center, separated by material storage cabinets serving as soft partitions between three office desks. Behind each workstation is an array of materials readily available for use, ensuring a continuous manifestation of design inspiration in reality.

Surrounding the work area is a life-oriented leisure area, with a material wall for designers' discussions, a bookshelf for reading against the wall, a water bar nearby providing tea drinks, and a corner sofa for resting and discussion. Each area is adjacent without physical barriers, breaking the limitations of workstations, allowing leisure and work to coexist.

Hang bar serves as a derivative of the office, fulfilling the function of exhibitions. Following the concept of "Hang," square steel around and a central adjustable steel frame are key to the exhibition, allowing hanging displays of art using exposed structures, bringing infinite possibilities to the space.

say has always been telling different stories to people, so the community office is also serving people, eliminating formalism and returning to the exploration of "people." The space seeks a balance between functionality and warmth, allowing each user to gain positive energy and a pleasant experience.

Shenzhen has transformed from a small fishing village to an international city due to the rapid development. Its unique marine culture has gradually turned small fishing boats into cruise ships and yachts. As a result, “boat” has become one of the local cultural labels, and been, at the same time, a microcosm of the city’s development of the past few decades, which was internalized into the inspiration by Say Architects, and brought into the connection of nice rice in Shenzhen with the cultural emotion generated by “boad”.

The staggered masts and crossbars at the entrance define the site but remain open to lead people to explore inward. The central diagonal staypole in the middle of the “deck” holds up the “sail” and becomes the main visual center of the space.

The curved top surface is compared to a white mainsail, and the upward stretching means setting sail, showing the free and optimistic risk-taking spirit of nice rice.

The inhaul cable in the sailboat simply and effectively display the components of the hull and give them a display function.

Stepping into the “cabin”, the warm wooden elements make the space more peaceful and comfortable. The deck exhibits the huge winds and waves, while the cabin provides a more stable sense of protection, forming a contrast between the inside and outside. People who enter the store can experience it more immersively here, as if they feel the winds and waves in the sea, and are willing to establish a special connection with the ocean in Shenzhen.

Say Architects intends to blend nice rice into every city so that it can have its own local expression. Adapting to the people in different regions is also conforming to different cultures. Say Architects hopes everyone can be their own leading role of their life in the vibrant Shenzhen.

SHANG XIA consistently embraces contemporary innovative design, crafting a distinctive and culturally rich lifestyle. While emphasizing the inheritance of craftsmanship and ingenuity, it also excels in innovative breakthroughs.

Previously, the spatial design was crafted by the renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma. Now, for the first time, the brand collaborates with a Chinese architectural design team to launch its inaugural flagship store with a new image.

say architects aspires to narrate, within the context of traditional culture, an Eastern aesthetic of elegance and simplicity for SHANG XIA Shenzhen Bay Rail In Boutique. This interpretation aims to capture a romantically balanced expression between tradition and innovation.

In Chinese, "上" (shàng) and "下" (xià), as contrasting antonyms, seem to exhibit a characteristic of interconnectedness between characters, embodying subtle philosophical reflections within the brand's language. If this extends to the physical space, does it similarly possess elements of opposition and unity?

say architects envisions the two levels as concealed yet open, flat yet dense, reserved yet expressive "symmetrical" spaces. The "central axis" serves as a freer state within the restrained architectural framework, implying that the space is a contradictory yet balanced existence.

The first floor is composed of a tea bar, tea product gift boxes, and a ready-to-wear clothing area. The surface of the tea bar undergoes treatment with three different textures, creating a rugged yet delicate natural feel through the splicing of original stones. The upper part, resembling the hats worn by ancient knights, exudes a chivalrous spirit.

The tea-drinking area unfolds around the tea bar, with one section delineated by Beijing bricks, creating a more secluded tea gathering point. Another section features a tea table carved from natural stones, seamlessly connecting the interior and exterior spaces.

Upon arriving at the tea product gift box area, the central display platform draws inspiration from the brand's bamboo-woven porcelain tea sets. The pliable and boneless bamboo threads are intricately connected, echoing the elaborate three-dimensional weaving craft of the products.

The presentation of the ready-to-wear clothing area is more gentle. The wall and floor are traditionally arranged in a unified herringbone pattern. Embroidery on the wall emits a subtle glow, resembling delicate roof tiles, covering the clothing rack components and exuding a warm bluish-green color of shadowy glaze.

If the former is a straightforward and reserved narrative, then the "central axis" leading to the second floor is expressive. The bamboo art breaks the balance with an "outstretched arm" gesture. It consolidates various functional areas in form, visually creating a certain impact through scale.

Its simple lines and graceful curves present a tranquil continuity, guiding the flow of space. The dynamic interweaving serves not only as a conveyance of artistic conception but also as an evolution within the context of traditional cultural threads.

The furniture showroom on the second floor is constructed with embroidered wall surfaces, with rice paper screens softly partitioning the space. Among the most iconic pieces of SHANG XIA's carbon fiber chairs, the slender and light Ming-style official hat chair is a collision of tradition and innovation, featuring lively colors that bring more imagination to the blank space.

say architects adhering to the brand's diverse philosophy, has innovatively applied traditional intangible cultural heritage crafts such as bamboo weaving, wickerwork, embroidery, ceramics, and paper art. Amidst the noise of the world, it skillfully avoids distractions and narrates with a harmonious blend of traditional and modern language. Every corner here is filled with stories, and each piece of work has its own voice.

As the inaugural national flagship store of the exceptional Chinese lifestyle brand "nice rice," this establishment embodies simplicity and versatility while celebrating the subtleties of oriental culture.

Nestled on Huaihai Road (M.), a crossroads of Chinese and Western cultures, this location serves as a hub for cultural, artistic, and everyday life. It particularly resonates with the cultural sensibilities of the younger generation.

The roof, an iconic feature of traditional Chinese architecture often referred to as the "fifth elevation," symbolizes a unique cultural heritage refined over time. say architects have extended the traditional Chinese roof form into the interior, creating an inclusive and inviting "sanctuary" beneath the eaves.

This "sanctuary" concept aligns with the essence of the Oriental Rice Warehouse, historically used for storing rice, symbolizing inclusivity and the spirit of giving. It transforms the space into a vibrant hub for cultural exchange.

Symmetrically designed eaves balance the spatial facades, with mirrored double-sloped roofs on the outer facade, emphasizing visual harmony and balance. Original steps leading to the entrance add a sense of ceremony to entering this "rice warehouse."

The overall inward recess of the storefront provides ample outdoor space and serves as a street-facing display, blurring the lines between the fashion consumption scene. This highlights the intriguing and diverse aspects of the "fashion + coffee" dual-business model, attracting the attention and engagement of young people.

The grand eaves "envelope" creates a courtyard-like space within the entrance's concave gray area, forming a well-organized layout. The interconnected functional areas also create a circular flow within the consumption pathway.

Clearwater concrete serves as the primary tone for the space. say architects have ventured to incorporate Chinese intangible cultural heritage art into this youthful consumption scene. Collaborating with a lacquer artist, they have created the artwork One.

The piece cleverly utilizes eggshells as a canvas and embeds a maze-like, ever-changing yet elegant lacquer art on the neat rectangular blocks. This showcases the delicate fusion of Oriental charm and modern design, where simplicity is imbued with texture. The contrast between precision and ruggedness in material brings out subtle contrasts.

The space continues the brand's minimalist and clean design philosophy while subtly exuding an understated Oriental temperament. It externalizes the essence of culture in daily life, bridging the gap between people and tradition in a relaxed and intuitive artistic manner.