2026 | Professional

French Design Awards Gold Winner

Hisense ZhenYue

Entrant

Matrix Design

Category

Interior Design - Commercial 

Client's Name

Qingdao Jinglan RealEstate Co., Ltd.

Country / Region

China

This project presents a vision for a "Future Community Club" that seamlessly blends order, quality, art, culture, and nature to create an urban sanctuary of understated luxury and artistic elegance. Situated in the dynamic coastal city of Qingdao, it is designed to be a landmark destination that offers an exclusive spiritual haven and a high-quality living experience for the city's elite.
The design philosophy draws inspiration from Qingdao’s unique mountain-sea rhythm and Eastern ritual culture, with a core focus on "understated luxury." The concept integrates natural light, artistic lines, and local cultural symbols into the spatial design, creating an environment that inspires creativity, fosters well-being, and promotes a refined lifestyle. The design strives for an inner poetic resonance, moving beyond mere decorative opulence to craft an atmosphere that elevates daily experiences into rituals of aesthetic appreciation and profound meaning.
The project centers on the philosophy of "understated luxury aesthetics" and features carefully selected materials such as Swiss emerald stone, warm wood veneers, and bronze stainless steel. Through an artistic dialogue of textures, combined with expansive landscape courtyards, the design transcends traditional ideas of luxury. The result is a space that harmoniously blends Eastern ritual order with the sophistication of contemporary artistic expression.
A central challenge in executing this design was the need to materialize the abstract concept of "understated luxury" with precision. This involved mastering the craftsmanship of materials like Swiss emerald stone and bronze, ensuring seamless detailing and a harmonious balance of textures. In addition, the project had to address structural, energy-efficiency, and privacy concerns to enable the fluid integration of interior spaces with expansive landscapes. The goal was to transform artistic abstraction into a practical yet refined living environment.
Sustainability is also a key focus, with an integrated approach to environmental, cultural, and social dimensions. Environmentally, the project prioritizes natural, durable materials and low-VOC building products. Culturally, the design uses patina-evolving materials such as bronze, which develop a unique character over time. Socially, it aims to foster community connection and support an intergenerational culture, providing lasting value for the future.

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