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Shuran Wellness Space

E Studio

SAVE SUBMISSION
Bronze
6.lounge - Fan Junjian ,Zhou Xuanzhuo
8.curve ceiling - Fan Junjian ,Zhou Xuanzhuo
2.lobby - Fan Junjian ,Zhou Xuanzhuo
6.lounge - Fan Junjian ,Zhou Xuanzhuo

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Innovation
Functionality
Creativity
Eco-Social Impact
Total
JURY VOTES
Wellness Space
4.99
6.55
6.14
5.59
5.82
Designer
Client
Shuran
Floor area
100 ㎡
Completion
2020

The modern busy world is full of vague encounters and anxiety, city life makes people impatient and restless. But people need to keep a pure mind to find inner peace. The journey begins with the first step, but our spirit is weak. Health therapy and foot massage can help the body and mind to relax, free the spirit. Perhaps only by feeling content with “Fan Qiu” can one truly gain inner freedom.

This project uses the concept of “time caves”, aiming to make a naturally quiet space. “Using the shape of space, build a pure land” - turning space into a vehicle that softly carries people to seek inner freedom. We hope eve-ry person who enters the space feels comfortable and relaxed. Bringing people physically closer to each other in one space helps them open up their hearts.

The overall brand image aims to create a connection between nature, body, and mind. Unfolding the theme of caves, the circular arc is used as the uni-fied design language throughout the entire space. In addition, we highlight-ed the letter “U” in the name as the main focus of the brand image, highlight-ing its shape and pronunciation.

Space surrounds people with a relaxed atmosphere and simple contour. The upper and lower blocks are independent, but they echo and complement each other. The soft curved shape of the space reflects the smooth integra-tion of two blocks. Careful selection and arrangement of materials also em-phasize the individual attributes of each block.

The lobby creates a cozy feeling that welcomes people to stay there. The coarse surface of the reception desk is made of cast-in-place concrete, which is visually similar to a stone and has a more artistic vibe. Ball shaped lamp is rippling with the warm light mixing with the atmosphere in the space as if you are sunbathing. 

The shape of the walls mimics the natural curvy shape of the cave and intri-cate lighting accentuate the curves. We used a volcanic rock to make walls look more natural. There is no specific pattern of the wall curves, which makes people feel unconstraint.

The volcanic rock is cut into irregular strips and laid horizontally in a random manner. We deliberately visually enlarged the space by using a black stripe along the curved wall.

The information age is filled with electronic devices. Frustration and resent-ment at work are inevitable. Sometimes people get carried away by small unimportant things and eventually want to escape from the reality, run away from the cold concrete jungle. We want to be everyone's tree nest, a place where one can express himself, vent the injustice encountered in life. Shuran aims to lift the burden off shoulders, warm people, and let them em-brace life again.

The space leading from the lobby to the massage area combines the feeling of open and private space. Curved walls prevent daylight from entering the space in order to avoid any distractions and bring peace and silence.

Dim lights of the public massage area remind of the coziness of dusk. Wooden sliding doors divide the public massage area into two areas. Mas-sage chairs and soft-yellow colored textured walls create a secret spot where people can be temporarily away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

This is an attempt to explore the clash between traditional industry and ex-ploration. We have always been contemplating the depth and uniqueness.