Second Prize, China Collegiate Design Competition & Exhibition
June 2024
Third Prize, The 17th Creative China National Design Art Awards August 2023
Second Prize, Asian Youth Rookie Award (Spring Competition) June 2023
First Prize, The 3rd WCM in 2022 Corporate-tailored Award April 2023
First Prize (Patent Granted), Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition October 2021
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Irish American Cultural Museum
Renovation of the US Embassy in Dublin
Sep.-Dec. 2025
Group Work (2 members)
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Type: Renovation
Instructor: Prof. Jorge Otero-Pailos and Prof. Mark Rakatansky
The while design es, programs—accommodations, identity,
The adaptive reuse of the former U.S. Consulate transforms the building into the Irish American Cultural Museum while integrating hotel, dining, and leisure programs that activate the site with contemporary commercial use. The design layers moments of Irish migration—departure, struggle, and renewal—through overlapping spatial sequences, where architecture choreographs relationships between artifacts across eras. The newly introduced commercial programs—accommodations, gathering spaces, and places of respite—extend the museum’s themes of memory, identity, and communal exchange into everyday occupation of the building.
Building History
- US Embassy of the Cold War
In the 1950s, openness was both a top design priority and a US diplomatic objective. These Embassy designs were to be “friendly” and “inviting” American buildings that also reflected the “foreignness” of faraway places. Designed in 1957 and opened to the public on St. Patrick’s Day 1964, John Johansen’s US Embassy in Dublin was the last of the midcentury modern embassies to be constructed under the State Department’s modernist initiative.
- Precast Concrete Elements
- Timeline of the Project
EXHIBITION CIRCULATION
The exhibition narrates the journey of Irish migration and creates a spatial experience where memory and identity move across architectural layers. The journey begins at the plaza, guiding visitors downward into the ship and through three main thematic zones. The path moves from the new building into the old, ascends along a spiral ramp toward light, then descends back to the ship, completing a full loop.
03 Achievements
Drawing from the former embassy’s architecture, the spiral ramp showcases achievements in politics, arts, and science. Its continuous ascent conveys optimism and continuity.
02 New Challenges
Discriminatory ads and political cartoons expose early social exclusion. The gradually rising space symbolizes resilience and the effort to ascend despite adversity.
01 Great Irish Famine
Visitors first enter a full-scale reconstruction of an immigrant ship. The ship’s bow cuts into the space, directing visitors toward artifacts from 19thcentury migration. Tickets, belongings, and caricatures mark the moment of departure and rupture.
EXHIBITION SPACE
Throughout the sequence, the architecture stages intentional lines of sight between displays from different periods, allowing moments of struggle to face moments of achievement and early departures to echo later returns. These cross-temporal relationships generate a layered emotional experience, enabling visitors to feel the tension, hope, and continuity embedded in the Irish migrant narrative as they move through the space.
HOTEL ROOM
The hotel rooms in the new addition reinterpret the layout of traditional Irish homes while referencing the spatial structure of immigrant ship cabins. The plan follows a three-part organization, with a central hospitality zone—kitchen and living—flanked by private spaces for sleeping and bathing. A symbolic hearth anchors the middle, recalling the heart of the Irish dwelling and carrying the warmth of cultural memory into a contemporary setting.
A deliberate gap separates the new addition from the historic consulate, preserving and framing the original façade. The new roof lifts gradually into a walkable garden, allowing visitors to rise toward and closely experience the old façade. This interval protects the heritage building while creating a gentle landscape where past and present meet.
WALL SECTION
1 Extensive planting: 100mm vegetation layer and filter map
2 35mm GFRC panel
3 1200mm steel edge beam
4 12 mm gypsum board
5 Low-E double glazing
6 Perimeter heating unit
7 30mm cement screed
8 20mm stone panel
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Point and Line to Plane
Lifting Heritage to the Public Realm
Feb.-Jun. 2023
Individual Work
Location: Guangzhou, China
Type: Renovation of Ancient Buildings
Instructor: Tang Jiajun
This project seeks to reconnect a historic neighborhood in Guangzhou, where dense construction has led to a lack of public space. By extracting the textures and forms of traditional buildings, I elevate the design, creating a dynamic interaction between heritage and contemporary space.
The design uses an abstracted structure of lines, points, and planes to lift a large square platform above the old buildings, providing much-needed community space. This elevated ground becomes a new communal hub, where past and present meet in a harmonious dialogue, restoring the balance between history and modernity while enhancing the urban environment for its inhabitants.
Site and Old City Boundary
History of area development
City landscape development Tourism resources
Stairs and Courtyards
Traditional Xiguan houses usually have two independent entrances: the residents on the ground floor enter from the street, and the residents on the second floor and above enter the building through a shared staircase. Usually, the house uses courtyards for lighting and ventilation.
Site Fabric
The Xiguan mansions in Yongqingfang are a quintessential representation of Guangzhou's traditional residential culture, embodying the profound historical and cultural heritage of the Lingnan region. With urbanization advancing, some Xiguan mansions have been modified or even demolished.
Massing Generation
Starting from the existing buildings on the site, structural columns are extended upward from the original walls. The stairwell is then extended vertically to the plane above, forming both structural and circulation spaces. The original buildings are further extended upward to become rooms on the elevated platform.
Activity Room
Courtyard
Platform & Room
Old Houses
Sectional Sequence
Observation Deck
Activity Room Courtyard
A space that both respects history and embraces a modern sensibility through a deep interaction with the historical buildings on the original site. By skillfully preserving and integrating elements of the historic architecture, I have not only preserved the cultural heritage of the area but also breathed new life into it.
Transparent Enclosed Space Corridor
The new space and the old architecture are seamlessly connected visually and functionally through the choice of materials, the continuation of spatial layout, and the interplay of details. Here, history and modernity collide and merge, imbuing every corner with traces of time and contemporary vitality, creating a unique atmosphere that is both nostalgic and innovative.
Wall Section
Structural Truss
Vapor Barrier
Double Glazing Curtain Wall
Ceiling Panel
I Beam
Thermal Insulation
Steel Beam
Roof Finish
Renovation Results
Preserve the texture and focus on repair to maintain the authentic charm of Yongqing Fang. By respecting the historical and cultural significance of the area, the design prioritizes the conservation of its original architectural features and urban texture.
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Garden of Language
A Chinese Traditional Garden in Defense of Dying Dialects
Feb.-Jun. 2024
Individual Work
Location: Suzhou, China
Type: High-rise Building
Instructor: Zhao Hui
In response to the fading heritage of Suzhou’s local dialect, Wu, this project aims to preserve and celebrate its cultural identity through architecture. The design draws inspiration from the intricate forms of traditional Suzhou gardens, translating them into a vertical spatial arrangement for a high-rise building.
The building serves as a performance space for Wu opera, a key cultural expression of the region. By carefully stacking the garden’s elements, we create a functional yet poetic space that reflects the delicate interplay between nature, language, and performance, offering a modern setting for the ancient art of Wu opera to flourish.
Distribution
of Classical Gardens of Suzhou
Suzhou classical gardens are a combination of house and garden. The Chinese philosophy, history, and cultural customs it contains are a symbol and concentration of the cultural, historical, and local customs of the Jiangnan region.
Culture of Wu Dialect
In the Wu dialect area, we often hear Shanghai opera and comedy, Suzhou Pingtan and Kunqu opera, Hangzhou opera, Shaoxing opera and Yue opera, etc. These are all operas based on the Wu dialect. Without the Wu dialect, these operas will gradually be assimilated or even disappear.
Kunqu Opera Shanghai Opera
Hangzhou Opera Yue Opera Suzhou Pingtan
Vocabulary
The architectural layout, structure, shape and style of Suzhou classical gardens skillfully make use of various gardening art methods such as contrast, foil, borrowed scenery, scale change, and winning with less, combining pavilions, terraces, towers, stones, flowers and trees.
Exhibition
Garden
Tea space
Performance
Ping Tan performance
Exhibition
SECTION A-A
SECOND FLOOR PLAN
FOURTH FLOOR PLAN
1. Pingtan Performance Space 2. Tea Lounge 3. Observation Deck
1. Kunqu Performance Space 2. Tea Lounge 3. Observation Deck
former welding factory in Harbin, now vacated after relocating to the suburbs, transforms into a space for creative professionals. The design embraces the fluidity of movement, contrasting the rigid form of the original factory. Curved surfaces break the traditionally industrial, linear layout, creating a dynamic and flexible environment. This “flowing” space is organized to support the daily routines and needs of architects, fostering collaboration and inspiration. The design reflects a deliberate departure from the past’s structural rigidity, offering a creative haven where space is both functional and expressive, rooted in the context of industrial heritage while looking toward future possibilities.
History of Harbin Welding Institue Limited Company
Harbin Welding Research Institute was established in 1956. Due to the restructuring of state-owned enterprises, it moved from Nangang District in the center of Harbin to Songbei District in 1999.
An Architect's Daily Needs
Functions are arranged based on the activities of an architect's day, including meeting and communication spaces, workspaces, a craft area, an exhibition area, and a leisure space.
1. Create two curves as the primary paths
2. Elevate the curves upward to form two blocks
3. Add staircases to establish a pedestrian system 4. Design skylights that echo the forms of the blocks
1st Floor Plan - Display Area
1. Exhibition space
2. The scale-model workshop
3. Material library
4. Ramp to 2nd floor
5. Spiral ramp
6. Restroom
2nd Floor Plan - Working Area
7. Office space
8. Material sample display
9. Events / Discussion area
10. Bar
11. Viewing platform
Vertical Playscapes
Elevated Realms for Young Explorers
Feb.-Jun. 2023
Group Work (4 members)
Location: Hong Kong, China
Type: Urban Design
Instructor: Luo Peng
Hong Kong’s dense urban environment has led to the marginalization of children’s spaces, resulting in psychological challenges for young residents. This project addresses the need for dedicated spaces for children by adding modular play areas to the façade of a high-density residential building. These play modules offer children a safe and stimulating environment, elevating them above the ground level and providing new ways to interact with the city. A bridge connects various parts of the building, promoting physical activity and social interaction. This design aims to create an inclusive, nurturing environment where children can grow within the complexities of urban life.
This location is in Hong Kong and highlights a unique type of residential building: public rental housing. Built as a social security initiative by the Hong Kong Housing Authority for low-income residents, these homes are typically found in Kowloon, Tsuen Wan, Sha Tin, Tai Po, and the outlying islands.
Although compact and crowded to accommodate as many people as possible, public housing remains highly sought after. Many residents aspire to secure a unit in their lifetime. The illustrations depict three standard housing types commonly seen in these developments.
CROWDED DWELLINGS & LACK OF SPACE FOR CHILDREN
BRIDGE & COMPONENT
Examining the needs of children and youth across various age groups, I categorized the different spaces into social areas, educational environments, natural settings, and recreational zones.
By consolidating and reorganizing these spaces, I ensured that each age group had access to suitable activities and environments that supported their growth and interaction.
COMPONENT DESIGN
IN-BUILDING GARDEN
EXTERNAL PLATFORM
Built Work: Nowhere Table
Reconstructing the Original Scene of Coffee Social Interaction
Aug.-Sep. 2024
Group Work (16 members)
Responsibilities: Participate in the whole process of design and construction
Location: Shenzhen, China
The concept of this design originates from the history of street coffee culture. Through our research into the history of coffee drinking, we discovered that the earliest coffee-drinking activities emerged on the streets. In the early days, people would casually gather and stand while drinking coffee on the streets, which gradually gave rise to the concept of coffeehouses.
While coffeehouses provided a sheltered space protecting people from the elements, the introduction of seating inherently limited the broader social interactions that standing coffee culture once enabled. Looking back at the history of coffee, many great ideas, inventions, and theories were born from the early standing-style street coffee culture. Therefore, through this design, we aim to create a standing coffee space that fosters opportunities for social interaction and engagement.
Section 1-1
Section 2-2
Elevation
Built Work: L ike a Feather
Building Design and Construction
May.-Jun. 2021
Group Work (7 members)
Responsibilities: Participate in the whole process of design and construction
Location: Harbin, China
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Tsinghua Shenzhen International Gaduate School
Architectural Design Research Institute of South China University of Technology
Jun. 2024 - Jan. 2025
Design Development + Construction Documents Phase
Area: 105334 m²
Location: Shenzhen, China
Responsibilities:
• Assisted the project architect in producing architectural analysis drawings and technical floor plan
• Contributed to iterative design development through 3D modeling and visualization using Enscape
FUNCTION ANALYSIS
SITE PLAN
CAMPUS MAIN ENTRANCE RENDERING
VERTICAL GARDEN
SECTION 1-1
SECTION 2-2
THIRD FLOOR PLAN
SECOND FLOOR PLAN
GROUND FLOOR PLAN
Internship Work:
Haikou Plot 1802 Retail Street
Architectural Design Research Institute of South China University of Technology
Jun. 2024 - Jan. 2025
Schematic Design Phase
Area: 40470 m²
Location: Haikou, China
Responsibilities:
• Assisted with facade design of the main retail street buildings using Rhino and Grasshopper
• Explored canopy articulation and morphology through parametric modeling and environmental analysis using Grasshopper and Climate Studio
• Supported iterative design development through model optimization and visualization using Enscape
GROUND
- 09Internship Work: Guangzhou No.17 Middle School West Campus Renovation Project
Architectural Design Research Institute of South China University of Technology
Jun. 2024 - Jan. 2025
Schematic Design Phase
Area: 40470 m²
Location: Haikou, China
Responsibilities:
• Developed preliminary 3D models and technical floor plans for the renovation proposal using Revit
• Assisted in translating design concepts into schematic-level drawings
