GREENTOWN FOSHAN · BEGONIA EXHIBITION CENTER

Greentown’s core ethos with Lingnan’s cultural heritage—neither a simple reproduction of tradition nor a blind transplantation of international styles. Instead, at the intersection of Eastern wisdom and modern art, and the convergence of humanistic heritage and quality living, it distills the essence of Lingnan’s millennium-old craftsmanship. Taking elegance as its inherent temperament, the project presents a new "crabapple bloom" for Foshan through tapestry-like craftsmanship.

Time slows down in this space. The dappled light filtered through stained glass and the warmth of wood jointly evoke a sense of cultural belonging and inner tranquility. It continues Foshan’s cultural legacy with oriental aesthetics, allowing visitors to savor the charm of Lingnan art.
The double-height hollow structure is crowned with an octagonal glass dome that ushers in natural light, creating a soft interplay with the light-colored stone walls. The black-and-white patterned marble flooring stretches out like still water, exuding a sense of order and stability. A giant hanging artwork, crafted with intangible cultural heritage (ICH) techniques, encapsulates the spiritual core of “cloud-water zen”. Cultural motifs in the murals—including dragon boat races, leaping lion dances, and the upturned eaves of ancestral temples—quietly awaken a feeling of belonging.
Flanking the corridor, the Foshan Culture series of paintings form a narrative thread, laying the groundwork for regional culture through artistic expression. Traditional symbols are reinterpreted under contemporary exhibition logic. Within this compact yet profound space, viewers’ deep-seated connection to Foshan’s culture is stirred, leaving them calm and moved.
A cluster of intricate and romantic crystal lamps hangs from the palace-style carved dome, while large-scale Manchu windows line both sides. Floral patterns, segmented by dark metal frames, strike a balance between order and agility. The radiance of the crystal lamps coexists with the vitality of greenery, infusing solemnity with warmth. Beyond tranquility and ritual, visitors can listen to a gentle dialogue between time and memory.