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‘At its core, architecture is a vessel for life.’ In the bustling core of Wuhan Tiandi, Studio MH unveils a hidden realm. Inspired by the spirit of a ‘showcase,’ the design draws the rhythm of the seasons indoors, shaping a stage that invites exploration, reflection, and presence.
The circular foyer becomes an indoor courtyard, leading the gaze outward. Overhead greenery descends like a suspended curtain, its softness set against the groundcover beyond, gently muting the noise of the city.
The allure of the hidden lies in discovery. Eschewing direct exposure, the gallery conceals its entrance behind organically curved walls that grow like natural barriers. Geometric openings punctuate the surface, offering glimpses of greenery within and a sense of endless mystery.
A meandering circulation threads together spaces of varying atmospheres. To wander through the gallery is to follow a woodland path, where restless thoughts are quietly calmed by the surrounding tranquility.
Hand-polished Malaysian lacquer walls in earthy tones evoke warmth and calm. In the core space, a ceiling of hand-laid silver leaf subtly glimmers, marking the shift from dramatic tension to a natural, comfortable atmosphere.
The drama of a space lies in its mutable soul. The gallery expresses abstraction through volumes and forms of natural elements, while translucent walls enclose a series of semi-open, independent alcoves.
Rough stone and gleaming metal, soft textiles and flowing reflective surfaces weave a visual rhythm, gently mirroring the quiet dialogue between the outdoor courtyard and the interior showcase.
The dialogue of ‘seeing and being seen’ unfolds as a poetic thread, interwoven with the texture of our space.
