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The Transformed Repository, Zhaoxiong Han & Yinzhu Yao | International Design Awards Winners

The Transformed Repository

CompanyZhaoxiong Han & Yinzhu Yao

Lead DesignersZhaoxiong Han, Yinzhu Yao

Design TeamZhaoxiong Han, Yinzhu Yao

Project LocationDetroit, USA

Prize(s)Gold in Commercial Architecture / Commercial Renovation / Adaptive Re-use

Entry Description

The Transformed Repository reimagines a historical warehouse in Detroit into a dynamic library and café, blending industrial heritage with modern functionality. The project preserves the building's original structure while introducing new volumes and skylights, creating layered spaces that enhance user experience. It serves as a multifunctional hub for social interaction and community engagement. Through adaptive reuse, it addresses sustainability, revitalizes urban spaces, and creates a unique environment that fosters cultural exchange, blending history with contemporary design principles.