Encompassing two large wings with a centrally located lobby, the design features light, bright finishes alongside curved void edges, accented with modern recessed lighting. The wave-like shapes of the viewing balconies evoke the rolling hills of tea mountains and surrounding nature. The main atrium’s centrepiece is formed by two glass bridges that are illuminated, giving the appearance of a crystal.

From floor to ceiling, the interior is filled with leading lines, directing visitor’s sight line and circulation. These lines mimic the natural movement of hills and water, underscoring the design’s connection to nature.

The South Atrium draws inspiration from Chinese metal tea boxes, framing sections of the space to curate a selection of goods and provide a unique semi-open setting for F&B tenants. The East Atrium features a series of themed ceiling patterns to create diverse visual experiences for each floor.

The Cloud Atrium on Level 4 is created as a breakout space for shoppers, with a ceiling design that mimics when tea leaves float on water, eliciting a feeling of weightlessness. Light filled with large glass circular walls and an outside terrace. Mature trees, on the interior of the public seating, underscore the connection to nature and provide a sense of calm and relaxation.

The basement food court, positioned to welcome visitors arriving from the busy MTR station, juxtaposes the reflective metal panelling on the ceiling with the wood and stone finishes of the central kiosks. At the car park level, illuminated glass boxes in the parking garage teases a selection of merchandise available to shoppers. The entrance lifts maintain a serene colour palette of light whites, stone flooring, and champagne tones creates an ambiance of tranquillity, ensuring a delightful beginning and a soothing end to the guest's shopping experience.

Every level of this project was designed to give shoppers a sense of calm and serenity from the moment they arrive, either from the ground level, MTR or the car park. 10 Design is proud to create a new urban landmark that is rooted in the local culture and elevates the quality of life for the citizens of Changzhou.

WIN Awards 2024 — Silver Award, Retail & Consumer Design

Design Principals — Chin Yong Ng, Lukasz Wawrzenczy
Project Principal — Wen Ren
Project Leaders — Conrad Yau, Eva Wong

Design team
Stephanie Mendoza, Zinc Lau, Joe Wang, Owen Chim, Hiko Siu, Kevin Tsoi, Kolette Cheung, Eunice Yu, Jennifer Sheng, Billy Tam, Ke Qi, Pamela Wan, Tommy Lau, Winston Fong, Jacky Lee, Yannis Lin

CGI Team
Henry Han, Lulu Guo

Photos by Kris Provoost, Justin Szeremeta