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Mansion Oriental

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JURY VOTES
House
6.50
7.28
6.61
6.67
6.76
Budiman Ong
Budiman Ong Creative Director at Ong Cen Kuang
6.5
7
6.5
6.5
6.63
Lewis Lu
Lewis Lu Head of Planning & Design Department at Shenzhen Qianhai and Shekou Free Trade Zone Investment Development
6.5
8
7
7
7.13
Valeria Tsikhinia
Valeria Tsikhinia Design Manager- Interior Design | Design & Development at Al Futtaim Real Estate
6
6.5
6
6
6.13
Peng Cai
Peng Cai Founder and Principal Architect at Infinite
6.5
8
7
7
7.13
Alvaro Paredes Palacios
Alvaro Paredes Palacios Principal and Partner at The Designlab
6.5
7
7
7
6.88
Shelley Baxter
Shelley Baxter Design Director New York at March and White
6.5
7
6.5
7
6.75
Arjun Malik
Arjun Malik Principal Architect at Malik Architecture
6.5
7
6.5
7
6.75
Julião Leite
Julião Leite Partner at OODA
6.5
7.5
6
6.5
6.63
Blair Cooper
Blair Cooper Creative Director at Seen Studios
7
7.5
7
6
6.88
Designer
Client
Hongkong Land Holdings Limited, China Merchants Property Development
Floor area
1100 ㎡
Completion
2024
Budget
12100000 ¥
Accessories
Finishes

From the scenic beauty of Nanjing, "Jiangnan’s beautiful land," to the historic charm of the Qinhuai River, the design draws on the city's rich cultural legacy. The vision of ancient China is brought to life through Jinling’s humanistic art and the refined lifestyle of the literati, blending both the traditional and the modern, and crafting a luxurious space for today’s elite.

The mansion garden follows a hierarchical spatial system of "Two Axes, Four Realms, and Ten Gardens," forming a distinctive "Mansion, Alley, and Courtyard" structure. Moving from the "lane" to the "courtyard," a bronze-carved door marks the transition between past and present, with an artistic sculpture inspired by the intangible heritage technique of "Daqi," depicting Nanjing’s mountain valleys in hand-hammered brass. This reflects the city’s geographical beauty and cultural history.

The design showcases a harmonious fusion of ancient elegance and modern luxury. The sunken banquet hall, located on the second floor, expands the spatial scale and invites the natural landscape indoors. The space is framed with flowing lines, drawing attention to a lacquer painting inspired by the Qing Dynasty’s "Pine and Crane." Crafted with mother-of-pearl, gold, silver, and copper, it blends traditional aesthetics with contemporary flair.

Natural materials and innovative design elements create a serene atmosphere. The living room’s fireplace, both functional and sculptural, fits seamlessly into the space, embodying Chinese philosophy with the idea that "Song is sentient." This thoughtful design offers a refined Oriental atmosphere where modern luxury meets cultural heritage.

The connection to nature was a key consideration from the start. The original guest restaurant lacked interaction with its surroundings. After renovation, the restaurant was connected to the inner courtyard, creating a circular flow that integrates indoor and outdoor spaces. Verandas encircle the courtyard, enhancing spatial harmony and making the boundary between inside and outside permeable.

This project also addresses the evolving needs of contemporary Chinese living, which extends beyond mere shelter to encompass social and cultural spaces. A dedicated floor features a meditation room, gym, and tea salon, catering to the diverse needs of the family, particularly its female members, creating a balanced living environment. Combining Nanjing's garden aesthetics with modern needs, the mansion offers luxurious accommodation and a deeper connection to culture, nature, and community.