LYCS Architecture has designed the Linhai Jiang Nan ZAN Store in Linhai, China, focusing on creating a people-centered and pleasant interior environment. The design prioritizes user behavior, developing spaces that support business and lifestyle goals efficiently, comfortably, flexibly, and aesthetically. Utilizing material labs, interdisciplinary research, and a parametric strategy, LYCS Architecture ensures the implementation of innovative designs. Sustainability is also a key aspect, guided by a WELL and LEED-certified team to achieve healthy and green interior spaces.
Located in Wengcheng, the ancient barbican of Linhai in Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, the Jiang Nan ZAN Store is part of a new cultural tourism IP program called ‘Picturesque and Poetic Jiangnan.’ This project, a collaboration between the Ancient Village Protection and Utilization Fund of Zhejiang Province and HXS Cultures, transformed a modest 200 sqm house into a retail store. The design integrates architecture, interior, and FF&E, blending historical and modern elements. The design concept, inspired by the ‘Wave,’ symbolizes the young generation’s dynamism. The abstract wave element contrasts sharply with the old house, creating a surreal art scene that reflects contemporary attitudes. This concept also echoes the real surging tide in the Lingjiang River outside Linhai City.
The design maximizes space utilization, addressing the challenge of high rental costs in the retail industry. By blurring the boundaries of walls, floors, and ceilings, the design transforms the original two-level space into a continuous whole, providing an immersive shopping experience. Exposed original wood structures and wall materials are complemented by a continuous white curved surface, concealing equipment and creating a clear, pure visual.
The interior features a cascade design with linear lights along the edges of the curved surface, enhancing the sense of speed and volume. Durable white terrazzo completes the ‘wave’ concept, piding the store into eight distinct exhibition areas. Each area uses metal and wood veneering materials, with adjustable and flexible components to accommodate various goods and seasonal renewals. On the second floor, a cozy teahouse is accessible via a transition point designed for photography. Large floor-to-ceiling windows with black stainless steel frames brighten the space, contrasting with the old street’s historic charm. Jiang Nan ZAN stands out with its unique design, contributing to the revitalization of Ziyang Street and promoting new cultural and creative industries.
Jiang Nan ZAN is now open for business, offering products that celebrate the historical figures of Ziyang Street. The store designed by LYCS Architecture design firm serves as a modern cultural hub, bringing new energy to the historic area.
▲ LYCS建筑师事务所设计的江南赞店主张以人为本的设计理念,并将其运用在室内环境中
LYCS Architecture’s Linhai Jiang Nan ZAN Store focuses on a people-centered interior environment
▲ 该设计优先考虑客户体验感受,立志设计出高效、舒适、灵活的空间
the design prioritizes user behavior, creating efficient, comfortable, and flexible spaces
▲ 该项目是一个改造项目,将一个200m2的老宅改造成零售店铺
the project transformed a modest 200 sqm house into a retail store
▲ 该设计将建筑外观与室内一同设计,融合了历史与现代多种设计元素
the design integrates architecture and interior, blending historical and modern elements
▲ 该设计理念为“浪”,代表着年轻活力
the ‘Wave’ concept symbolizes the young generation’s dynamism
▲ 抽象的波浪元素创造了一个超现实艺术场景
abstract wave elements create a surreal art scene reflecting contemporary attitudes
▲ 该项目为了降低零售店的租赁成本,设计时最大限度地提高了空间利用率
the design maximizes space utilization, addressing high rental costs in the retail industry
▲ 设计模糊了墙体、地板和天花板的边界,创造了一个连续的体验空间
blurred boundaries of walls, floors, and ceilings create a continuous, immersive space
▲ 设计师将原有木结构暴露出来,其它地方采用白色曲面,并将设备隐藏其中
exposed wood structures and a white curved surface conceal equipment for a clear visual
▲ 设计师在室内设计了线性灯光带,增加了空间流动性和空间体量感
cascade design with linear lights enhances speed and volume perception
▲ 一层到达二层的路径中有着一个拍照打卡点,可以将人们自然地引入二层的茶座区域
a cozy teahouse on the second floor is accessible via a photography transition point