What's Your Perspective?

For this episode, we continue our final discussion with with Lai Zhenyu of LYCS Architecture on Merit Interactive Headquarters, which blends research, office, and leisure spaces in a massive 87,000-square-meter structure. The design, inspired by a "giant whale leaping out of the ocean.", features three towers connected by a fluid podium, creating an inspiring and flexible workspace. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gT5t_kxx Location: West Lake, Hangzhou Year: 2023 Area: 87,000 sq.m. Photo and Intro video credits to LYCS Architecture w: www.en.lycs-arc.com/ e: info@lycs-arc.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow or contact us on IG: @whatsyourperspective2023 email: whatsyourperspective2023@gmail.com #hangzhou #chinesearchitecture #modernarchitectureTranscript

For this episode, we continue our architectural talk with Lai Zhenyu of LYCS Architecture as they tackled the challenge of designing an office that reflects S-GAME's unique gaming culture by creating an environment that merges the real and virtual worlds. The office space, located in Beijing, uses dark aesthetics and immersive design elements to embody the mysterious and innovative spirit of the "Phantom Blade" series. Link to episode: https://lnkd.in/gHAHSFiZ 0:00 Intro Video 2:25 Project Brief 6:03 Floor Plan 12:05 Design Discussion Location: Haidian, Beijing Completed: 2022 Area: 1,500 sq.m. Photo and Intro video credits to LYCS Architecture Intro video music: Arrival by Domenique Dumont Major Awards 2023 American Master Builder Award 2023 American Designer of the Year 2023 HONG KONG A&AMP AWARDS 2023 Dezeen Design Award 2023 WIN WORLD INDOOR JOURNALISM AWARDS, UK w: www.en.lycs-arc.com/ e: info@lycs-arc.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow or contact us on IG: @whatsyourperspective2023 email: whatsyourperspective2023@gmail.com #phantomblade #virtualreality #interiordesign #workspace

This episode, we converse with Lai Zhenyu, a Partner of LYCS Architecture, as we discuss about Jiangnan ZAN Store in Linhai City, a design that merges ancient and modern elements by incorporating "wave" motifs into the old structure, creating a surreal and immersive shopping experience. The store serves as a cultural catalyst, rejuvenating the historic streets and drawing young people back to the ancient streets. Link to episode: https://lnkd.in/gZX7W_hT Location: Linhai, Taizhou Area: 200 sq.m. Year: 2021 Major Awards: - 2021 Better Future New York Design Awards Gold - 2021 Modern Decoration International Design Media Awards Platinum - Interior Design's 2021 Best of Year Award Honorable Mention 0:00 Intro Video 1:37 History of Linhai 2:40 Project Brief 4:04 First Floor discussion and details 8:28 Second Floor discussion and details 11:11 Wave design inspired by Japanese Painting 12:32 Other inspiration of the wave form 14:42 Should one maintain balance between modern and tradition? 23:47 On the use of materials. 25:47 How much renovation was done in the project? 26:48 When was the original structure built? 27:15 What material was used for the wave form? 27:53 How the client reacted to the concept? w: www.en.lycs-arc.com/ e: info@lycs-arc.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow or contact us on IG: @whatsyourperspective2023 email: whatsyourperspective2023@gmail.com #modernarchitecture #retaildesign #wave

https://lnkd.in/gerTVbmn For this episode, we continue our architectural talk with Amy and Louise of Skylab Skylab Architecture, as we discuss about Nike’s Serena Williams Building, a 1 million-square-foot space that supports 2,750 employees, emphasizing collaboration, sustainability, and connection with nature. The building’s design includes a 12-story tower, integrated design studios, and green roof terraces, earning it LEED Platinum certification. Area: 1,000,000 ft² Year: 2022 Photographs: Jeremy Bittermann, Stephen A. Miller 0:00 Introduction 3:30 Concept Design 9:41 Program 20:37 Project Details e: info@skylabarchitecture.com w: www.skylabarchitecture.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow or contact us on IG: @whatsyourperspective2023 email: whatsyourperspective2023@gmail.com #serenawilliams #nike #modernarchitecture

For this episode, we interview Amy and Louise of Skylab Architecture, an architecture firm established in Portland, Oregon, two decades ago, consisting of a collaborative group of architects, designers, and entrepreneurs focused on shaping the future through innovative solutions with a comprehensive holistic approach. Skylab Architecture For the first part, we discuss about the NM Bodecker Foundation, established in 2017 by Sandy Bodecker, which provides creative spaces in repurposed 1950s warehouses in northwest Portland. The 7,769-square-foot facility features performance spaces, a recording studio, an indoor skate park, and living areas for artists-in-residence. Following Bodecker's death in 2018, the Foundation has continued to support artists and the creative community. The design blends historical and modern elements to inspire creativity and engagement. Link to episode: https://lnkd.in/gCy8_BNF Location: Portland, United States Area: 7769 ft² Year: 2017 Photographs: Jeremy Bitterman e: info@skylabarchitecture.com w: www.skylabarchitecture.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow or contact us on IG: @whatsyourperspective2023 email: whatsyourperspective2023@gmail.com #moderndesign #modernarchitecture #artistlife

In this episode of a 3-part interview with Fernie Lai of WAY Studio, we discuss about a restaurant design in Beijing that creates a surreal, Wonderland-like environment where guests become actors in a theatrical experience, breaking through reality to explore their alternate selves. In this project, WAY Studio seduces its audience through the use of Space, allowing for new stories to be created every time someone enters and wanders, creating atmospheres to tempt the possibility of making imagination into reality. #beijing #restaurantdesign #wonderland Link to episode in YouTube: ttps://https://lnkd.in/gtYsBHZp Location: Beijing Year: 2018 Area: 600 sqm Photo Credits: Zeng Hao, Fernie Lai 0:00 Introduction 2:18 Design discussion 12:38 How the design was conceptualized 15:09 How artistic ideas is translated into actual space 18:08 What's your advice to younger and aspiring architects? e: office@way-studio.com w: www.way-studio.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow or contact us on IG: @whatsyourperspective2023 email: whatsyourperspective2023@gmail.com #interiordesign #modernarchitecture #artmuseum

For Part 2 of our discussion with Fernie Lai of WAY Studio, we discuss about the re-design of the west wing of the Silk Road International Cultural Exchange Center in Langfang that features a 10,000 sq.m. art museum with improved circulation through new bridges connecting balconies. The design integrates natural light and creates dynamic multifunctional spaces for exhibitions and performances. Link to full episode: https://lnkd.in/gPQMzYWA Location: Langfang, China Area: 13000 m² Year: 2019 Photographs:Wright, Fernie Lai e: office@way-studio.com w: www.way-studio.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow or contact us on IG: @whatsyourperspective2023 email: whatsyourperspective2023@gmail.com #interiordesign #modernarchitecture #artmuseum

For our next episode, we talk with Fernie Lai, co-founder of WAY Studio, an architecture firm with a presence in Beijing, Hong Kong, and Vancouver. This firm innovatively combines architecture with art and technology, exploring new possibilities through interdisciplinary collaborations across various project types including urban planning, cultural venues, and residential designs. For the first project, we feature Courtyard 35, a renovation of an old courtyard in Beijing integrates a cloud-bridge to blend traditional and modern elements, enhancing the spatial experience and fostering urban interaction. WAY Studio Link to episode in our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/gJ-PtA2b Location: Beijing, China Area: 440 m² Year: 2023 Photographs: Yuan Gao, Hao Zeng e: office@way-studio.com w: www.way-studio.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow or contact us on IG: @whatsyourperspective2023 email: whatsyourperspective2023@gmail.com #courtyard #modernarchitecture #renovation

For this episode, we look at our architectural talk with Gustavo, the founder of GRBX Arquitetos, an architecture firm based in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Founded in 2004, he led an architecture firm that specializes in contemporary, customized designs that prioritize open, functional spaces, natural light, and ethical project management." In our interview, we look at RZR house, where GRBX Arquitetos took the challenge of designing a dream country house for a loyal client couple, featuring integrated social spaces, innovative structural elements, and sustainable technologies like solar panels and water collection systems, all while creating a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor environments GRBX Arquitetos Link to episode in YouTube: https://lnkd.in/g-zuh8ae Area: 340 m² Year: 2023 Photographs: Favaro Jr. English Translator: Lis Doreto e: contato@grbxarquitetos.com w: www.grbxarquitetos.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow or contact us on IG: @whatsyourperspective2023 email: whatsyourperspective2023@gmail.com #brazil #modernarchitecture #housedesignidea

For Part 2 of our Architectural Talk with Pham Huu Son Architects, we discuss about Office for Trees, an office located in Cam Lam - Khanh Hoa in Central Vietnam. This green and zero-net energy structure show cases different sustainable strategies and has 2 main functions: one is a flexible workspace for employees, and the other as a Model House unit. This project serves as a clear testament to the commitment to sustainability in the creative architecture of Pham Huu Son Architects. Link to episode on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/gU3VuKd9 Project Location: Cam Lam, Khanh Hoa, Viet Nam. Area: 650 m² Year: 2024 Photographs: Hiroyuki Oki e: arch.phamhuuson@gmail.com w: www.phsarchitects.net ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow or contact us on IG: @whatsyourperspective2023 email: whatsyourperspective2023@gmail.com #greenoffice #sustainablearchitecture #sustainabledesign #vietnamdesign