CallisonRTKL, Shanghai, CN, Architectural Designer
Vanke Center Project in Shenzhen, China
Contributed to the design group by producing detailed digital models and renderings for the multi-commercial building complex.
Focused on the design development phase, with responsibilities that included
creating exterior subway station models, designing shop fronts, and developing
exterior garden landscapes.
Architectural designer, Beijing, CN, Architectural Designer
Participated in the design research group, contributing to the generation of
information and design ideas for the complex residential building project.
Engaged in model making, focusing on the detailed design of the residential
units and community spaces.
Collaborated with local government officials to develop strategies that attract
talented individuals and stimulate the local economy.
Columbia University, New York, NY, US, Masters, Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), Providence, RI, US, BArch, Bachelor of Architecture
MUSE Design Awards, 2nd Place
This project involves the development of a mixed-use building for the Providence-based organization, What Cheer Flower Farm, aimed at expanding its operations with additional spaces for growing, processing, and shipping flowers globally.
Situated next to the highway, the project site was previously isolated from the surrounding community, resulting in a lack of vitality. Therefore, this initiative seeks to create new retail and office spaces while revitalizing the area through the introduction of a vertical green facade, a flower shop, an auditorium, offices, classrooms, and a series of community gardens and greenhouses.
The project began with the concepts of “weaving” and “interlocking,” which were then translated into two different languages with shared roots. This idea is reflected in the vertical green facade system, which not only enhances the organization’s identity but also fosters an energy-efficient environment. The use of ceramic rods as the primary cost-effective material contributes to the building's structural integrity by minimizing additional loads. Their waterproof nature makes them ideal for a green facade, facilitating the transport of water from the roof to the planters.
The design of the exterior and rooftop embodies the concept of a self-sufficient community, encompassing the processes of farming, harvesting, processing, and selling, while also encouraging community engagement. What Cheer Flower Farm transcends mere commercial space; it aspires to be a welcoming destination for all flower lovers.
