UC Berkeley Design Studio
Academic, 2023
Collaborate with Yabiao Guo
Instructor: David Jaehning
Academic, 2023
Collaborate with Yabiao Guo
Instructor: David Jaehning
UC Berkeley Design Studio
Academic, 2022
Individual Work
Instructor: René Davids, Greg Castillo
Collected in Dessau Effect 3 | 2022
Academic, 2022
Individual Work
Instructor: René Davids, Greg Castillo
Collected in Dessau Effect 3 | 2022
UC Berkeley Design Studio
Academic, 2021
Individual Work
Instructor: Eric Reeder
Academic, 2020
Individual Work
Tutor: Elliott Chieh
Kyushu University Design Studio
Academic, 2020
Collaborate with Tatsuhiko Hirata, Ishimoto Daiho, Masaaki Hiramatsu, Kido Togo
Instructor: Takefumi Kurose
Shortlisted | 2020 the 7th Urban Design and Town Planning Competition, 2020
Top100 | Fukuoka-Design Review, 2020
Collected in Design Review 2020 (pp.121, ID 44) & UD&TP Competition 2020 (pp.160-161)
Academic, 2019
Collaborate with Zhichen Gong, Congying He, Yingzhi He
Academic, 2019
Collaborate with Zhichen Gong, Yong Chen, Yingzhi He, Congying He
Collected in eVolo Skyscrapers 4 | 2021
Exihibited in Paradoxical, 4C Architecture and Design Innovation Exhibition | 2021
Academic, 2018
Collaborate with Zhichen Gong, Congying He
Third Prize | 3th "Tianhua"ART&TECH National College Students' Arch Design Competition, 2018
Academic, 2018 (Reworked in 2020)
Individual Work
Instuctor: Yiwa Shen, Elliott Chieh
Professional, 2024
Supervisor: Geoffrey Sorrell
Associated with
Professional, 2022
Supervisor: René Davids
Associated with
Associated with
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UC Berkeley Graduate Thesis
Academic, 2024
Indivudual Work
Instructor: Neyran Turan, Mia Zinni
Academic, 2024
Indivudual Work
Instructor: Neyran Turan, Mia Zinni
02. More than Just Housing
Architectural Competition
Academic, 2018
Collaborate with Zhichen Gong, Congying He
Third Prize | 3th "Tianhua"ART&TECH National College Students' Arch Design Competition, 2018
As China’s economy transitions towards a knowledge and research-driven model, the demand for urban environments that facilitate research and development, marketing, and finance has increased. This evolution necessitates cities that promote continuous networking and face-to-face communication, effectively functioning as a social "super-brain." This shift also attracts a concentration of young, entrepreneurial professionals to central urban areas, all driven by a constant need to network, acquire new knowledge, and engage in potential collaborative ventures.
The concept of co-living has emerged as a response to these social dynamics and needs. Co-living offers a framework for creating residential communities that prioritize shared living spaces and intentional compatibility among residents. By fostering spatial sharing and community engagement, co-living has the potential to cultivate a sense of belonging and interpersonal connection. As such, it may serve as an effective tool for constructing urban environments that align with the requirements of a modern, knowledge-based economy.
1. Connect
2. Support
3. Evolve
4. Fluid
Axonometric
Wuhan is a city with a history of over 3,000 years, divided by the Yangtze River. While the river has contributed to the city's development, it has also created a barrier to interaction between Wuhan’s three districts. Since the 1950s, several bridges have been built to improve transportation and support economic growth. In the future, plans for bridges that include residential areas may help to further enhance connectivity.
Thus, we propose a structure that functions as both a bridge and housing, aiming to facilitate interaction between the separated areas. The generated profits would help alleviate the economic challenges faced by residents. Housing units and associated amenities would be provided as customizable modules, which can be connected to pre-installed sockets on the bridge.
Variants
Cafe
Studio, S
Garden
Kitchen
Studio, M
Farm
Bar
Stage
Display
Gym
Office
Park
Library
Office
Commute
Section
Elevation Zoom in
Walk on the bridge
Rendering
Rendering
Below is a video we created for a presentation in the winter of 2018. With limited technical skills at the time, we did our best to convey our idea. There's something compelling about seeing that raw ambition.
Presentation Notes (Presented by Zhichen Gong)
• Good evening, everyone! To be honest, traveling all the way from 2048 has been quite exhausting. But no matter the effort, I am honored to be here today to introduce a new architectural model from my time — one that integrates bridges and housing. This model, piloted in Wuhan in 2048, is called "More than Just Housing."
• As we know, the development of architecture has always been closely tied to technological advancements. For instance, the Industrial Revolution boosted productivity and paved the way for Modernism. Today, the rapid growth of the internet means that some traditional architectural standards no longer apply. In my era, dominated by the internet, architecture must be adaptable and responsive to fast-changing, diverse needs. With challenges like population growth and urban sprawl, we need innovative solutions.
• Wuhan was selected as the test city. After decades of development, Wuhan has become a key city in central China. Since 1957, the growing number of grand bridges across the Yangtze River has become a defining feature of the city.
• Let me share my personal experience. As a recent graduate, I left college with big ambitions, only to be quickly confronted by the harsh realities of life. The rapid growth of Wuhan, combined with rising housing costs, left me struggling to pay steep rents on my limited salary. Daily commutes between the city center and suburban housing slowly wore down my initial enthusiasm.
• For the city, due to insufficient economic returns, the maintenance of bridges have become a significant burden on the government. Furthermore, as the urban center shifts, some older bridges are gradually losing their relevance.
• (News broadcast) "In 2048, the Wuhan Municipal Government introduced 'Several Opinions on Promoting Bridge Reconstruction,' proposing a new bridge-community model. This model combines bridges with residential communities to provide affordable housing and create entrepreneurial hubs to accelerate Wuhan’s innovation. Let’s take a closer look..."
• The first project, the M Bridge, located at [our chosen site], connects multiple economic zones across the river and offers spaces including residential, exhibition, office, and more. Additionally, it functions as a creative industry park for recent graduates and young startups. The M Bridge community will also be open to the public, offering recreational spaces and becoming a new city landmark. The revenue generated from transportation, industry, and tourism will cover M Bridge’s maintenance costs and provide rent subsidies for residents.
• Now, let’s hear from the project manager of the M Bridge community, who will explain the move-in process: "First, residents will upload their profiles via our app, showcasing their entrepreneurial goals. They can view and select neighbors with similar interests, forming sub-communities. Second, we offer 3.5m x 3.5m modular units. Residents could choose the number of units based on their needs, allowing for a customizable home. Lastly, shared facilities tailored to each sub-community’s needs will be offered."
• Finally, let’s hear from the mayor of Wuhan: "Cities face challenges that require constant innovation and the breaking of traditional boundaries. Today, the M Bridge community opens as a pilot project to tackle urban issues. It reflects Wuhan’s spirit of 'daring to lead and striving for excellence.' I hope this new community model can be expanded nationwide and globally. Thank you!"
• END