Submissions for IDA 2024 are now closed. Finalize your entries by December 8, 2024.
Share on Social Media
Yin Yang Tai Chi Center, Adrian Chan Design and Research Office | International Design Awards Winners
Yin Yang Tai Chi Center, Adrian Chan Design and Research Office | International Design Awards Winners
Yin Yang Tai Chi Center, Adrian Chan Design and Research Office | International Design Awards Winners
Yin Yang Tai Chi Center, Adrian Chan Design and Research Office | International Design Awards Winners
Yin Yang Tai Chi Center, Adrian Chan Design and Research Office | International Design Awards Winners
Yin Yang Tai Chi Center, Adrian Chan Design and Research Office | International Design Awards Winners
Yin Yang Tai Chi Center, Adrian Chan Design and Research Office | International Design Awards Winners
Yin Yang Tai Chi Center, Adrian Chan Design and Research Office | International Design Awards Winners
Yin Yang Tai Chi Center, Adrian Chan Design and Research Office | International Design Awards Winners
Yin Yang Tai Chi Center, Adrian Chan Design and Research Office | International Design Awards Winners
Yin Yang Tai Chi Center, Adrian Chan Design and Research Office | International Design Awards Winners

Yin Yang Tai Chi Center

CompanyAdrian Chan Design and Research Office
Lead DesignersAdrian Chan
Design TeamTracy Lam
Project LocationHong Kong
ClientBody Wisdom Studio
CreditsPhoto by: Kevin Mak @1kmstudio
Prize(s)Bronze in Other Interior Designs / Other Interior designs
Project LinkView
Entry Description

World’s first venue designed to introduce the artform Tai Chi to a younger demographic. At risk of being forgotten, the center showcases Tai Chi as a cool activity like Yoga, conveying its culture. The floorplan represents 2 opposing forces: Yin and Yang. Yang space, receiving the most sunlight, accommodates group training sessions, while Yin space, subdued, caters to holistic treatments. As Tai Chi is practiced in parks during the morning, Yang simulates this via daylighting, modulated by smart lighting. Balance space is for mingling, achieving a state of centrality for trainers and students.

Bio

Based in New York City and Hong Kong, Adrian Chan Design & Research Office (ADRO) is an award-winning, critical interiors practice. The studio sees physical, economic, or societal constraints as start-off points for exploration and experimentation. The design process is evidence-based while the style has a minimalist emphasis with an international flavor.

Awards and Prize

German Design Award 2023 - Winner
Architecture Masterprize 2022 - Best of Best Winner
Iconic Awards 2021 Innovative Architecture - Winner
Dezeen Award 2020 - Long-list