Portfolio
2024
Ruxing Xiao
3D DESIGNER / INTERIOR DESIGNER London, UK
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practical examples in my portfolio revolve around themes such as “What do we leave behind?”, “Where are we in the universe?”, and “How will we live together?”. These themes explore the intricate relationship between humans and their environments, mapping across both time and spatial scales. Between “humans” and “environments,” a proper intervention is needed to make engagement happen. As Steen described a “ball” as a medium to express the feeling of architectural material in the book Experiencing Architecture (Rasmussen, 1964), the designe like me, is to design the intervention to convey the story to the space, to invite the audience as a trigger coming to the experience into the space. It is like the “racquet” given as a tool to experience physically. 03_Commerce Unveiled: A Dialogue in Architecture POP-UP EXHIBITION IN REUSED SHOPPING MALL 01_Tribute to Glories CULTURAL CENTER IN HISTORICAL SITE 02_Fusing POP UP EVENT IN RENOVATED INDUSTRIAL PARK 05_Creative Showroom SHOWROOM AND WORKSHOP 04_Ocean and Sky NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM OF CHINA ASTRONOMY GALLERY 06_Eulogy for the International Space Station RITUALISTIC EXPERIENCE 07_Melting Point EXPERIENCE DESIGN ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUE stnemnorivnE stnemnorivnE Environments What do we leave behind? Where are we in the universe? How will we live together? Human The Past The Present Speculative Future © Ralph Appelbaum Associates/Asia. Inc. Tribute to Glories CULTURAL CENTER IN HISTORICAL SITE Tribute to the Glories is a cultural centre situated in a historical site that contains a profound history from the 1760s and with numerous powerful stories happening previously. This cultural centre is the first welcome venue in Russia for Chinese developers, which is designated to tell the story of this site. In this collaborative project, my contributions are site analysis, concept development, interior design, development design drawing, furniture selection, construction supervision, and site coordination. Exhibition and Interior Design Project Collaborative Project Designed at Ralph Applebaum Associates Asia Location: Moscow, Russia Duration: 2019-2020 Area: 935m² What do we leave behind?
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4 5 HISTORY OF THE ESTATE CONCEPT Tribute to Glories 01 The Moscow imperial Orphanage, was established by educator Ivan Betskoy and endorsed by Catherine II of Russia. Domestic theatre formed. The orphans started learning performing art formed the dancing group was the foundation of the famous Bolshoi Ballet. Empress Maria downsize the institution and established The Moscow Crafts College, placing upon high-level educational programs as a preparation for orphans’ future careers. the sculptures “Education” and “Charity” The Military Academy settled after the disband by Bolsheviks. Then the Great Military Academy gradually took over the entire territory. The completion of the Karl Blank’s master plan since the architect Loveiko convinced the party leadership during the largescale reconstruction of Moscow under the Stalinist reforms. The Academy left the complex of buildings and the territory was turned into a abandoned zone in the center of Moscow. Redevelopment In the future, the project is planning to redeveloped by Chinese developer and Moscow government. The refurbishment will open the space to the vicinity and tell the legendary to the public. Now Some key elements have been found and got two powerful links: Individual Crowds Good Owner Site City Land Responsibility Pro Bono Country For the owner and for the site, found a link between these two. The site have its spirit given by the ower is. Follow these links, we see the energy, passion, ideal and courage throughout the history and lands; This exhibition is going to honor those who dare to dream, fight, and challenge; This culture center and these stories are like windows, open to different time and space, show us vitality and glory. Faith Tribute to Glories 01
7 Tribute to Glories 01 ARCHITECTURE ART & CULTURE TECHNOLOGY CONNECTION ENVIRONMENT brighten Past & Future Story 3 Story 4 Story 1 Story Story 2 Story Centerpiece: immersive show 3 Modular exhibit system 2 Modular exhibit system 5 Modular exhibit system 1 Modular exhibit system 6 Modular exhibit system 4 Modular exhibit system Story 4 Story 3 Story 1 Story 2 Story 5 Story 6 Centerpiece 5 6 7 4 1 1 5 2 6 3 7 4 2 3 Entrance Exhibition Hall Lobby VIP Room Hallway VIP Room Restroom Restroom Story outline Exhibition Strategy Start from the story of the site, and expand to related area Architecture, Art & Culture, Technology, Connection, Environment. The theme is concluded in tributing to the glory of past and future. STORY THEME EXHIBITION LAYOUT EXHIBIT MODULAR SYSTEM The exhibit modular inspired by the “windows” historical building to show the story. The modular system is standard combination of two types of component: vertical panel and horizontal table; Metal structure in the shape of the historical window wrapped with light and semi-transparent scrim material to present large images; Uniform specifications, built-in lighting, and easy to use independently for special activities. Semi-transparent scrim locate projector in the horizontal table Metal structure Lighting fixture in the base Tribute to Glories 01
9 8 CENTERPIECE INSTALLATION Choosing entrance gate of the main building as the centerpiece. The concept of “door” is used to express the values of the Estate in the past, present and future; The kinetic centerpiece creates an immerse experience for the great hall combined with lighting, exhibition media wall and part of the modular system. Lighting, audio-visual and power supply equipment are hidden within each module making them flexible to use; Tribute to Glories 01 Metal mesh LED Screen+ seamless scrim LED linear light Transformation of centrepiece Material and Visualization EXHIBITION HALL PHOTOS Tribute to Glories 01
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INTERIOR RESTORATION STRATEGIES
The concept of interior design refers to the Chinese restoration method, “kintsugi”, which means elaborating the cracks or broken parts as an adding value. In the abandoned building, the method is used to fix the Terrazzo floor, structure, and material selection to contribute to the history of this site
Neither this drawing, nor any of such ideas, arrangements, designs or plans shall be appropriated by or disclosed any person, firm or corporation for any use whatsoever, except by the specific and written permission of Ralph Appelbaum Associates Incorporated Asia. Written dimensions on drawings shall
除非得到北京睿思集展示设计有限公司的特定书面许可，任何个 人、公司、集团均不得泄露或盗用，无论是这张图纸，或是其中 的任何想法、安排、设计或计划。 图纸上的尺寸都是依据比例尺标注的。承包商和制造商应当查核 尺寸，对其工作中的所有尺寸和状况负责，并在开始进行工作前 将所有图纸上的差异和变化通知敝公司。敝公司在施作前，将先 查看并审核承包商的全尺寸制作图。制造商应负责请有执照的结 构工程师来查核并确保此设计的结构完整性。
Maintain the characteristics of axisymmetric space to emphasize the column form, and re-plan the entrance door, second doors and exhibition hall door to enhance the sense of ritual.
The reception desk is on the right side of the entrance, and clothes and hats storage and catering services are provided. Two groups of waiting areas are set on the left side of the entrance.
Select light-color decorative materials with rich natural textures to create an elegant atmosphere.
Based on the original style, increase the opening scale and improve detail quality. Apply special treatment for important parts.
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3950 V.I.F. 574 V.I.F. 1750 paint (matte) granite (light gray, sandblast, brushed) wood veneer wood plinth 2110 V.I.F. specialty paint granite (light gray, sandblast, brushed) wood veneer 比例尺 日期 Date: Scale: 图号 Dwg. No:
have authority over scaled. Contractors and manufactorers shall verify and be responsible for all dimensions and conditions on the job and inform this office of all variations from drawing prior to performing the work. This office shall first see and approve contractor's full size shop details before fabrication. the fabricator's responsibility to verify and insure the structural integrity of this design with licensed structural engineer. DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PHASE Ralph Appelbaum Associates Incorported Asia 北京睿思集展示设计有限公司 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Jianwai SOHO, Tower Suite 2102 Beijing 100022, China fax +86 10 5869 0620 东三环中路 39 号， 建外 SOHO 号楼 2102 室 北京 100022，中国 tel +86 10 5869 0610 检查 绘图 Drawn By: Checked By: Revisions: 修改 Notes: Not For Construction IN.1.12 1:50 06/27/2019 KN SC 万科贝兹科伊文化中心 LOBBY ELEVATION 02 VANKE BETSKOY CULTURE CENTER 深化设计阶段 LOBBY ELEVATION Scale: 1:50 IN.1.12 IN.1.23 IN.1.21 IN.1.21 TYP. granite (light gray, sandblast, brushed) wood veneer 100 100 50 wood plinth granite plinth 1910 V.I.F. 3600 V.I.F. 100 specialty paint (white) paint (matte) artificial stone window sill, TYP. metal mesh (brass color, sandblast, non-directional brushed) granite (light gray, sandblast, brushed) wood veneer paint (brown) LOBBY ELEVATION Scale: 1:50 IN.1.12 1 IN.5.05 IN.1.22 IN.5.31 specialty paint white wood veneer paint (brown) artificial stone window sill, 30 TYP.
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Preserve original door frame, restore wood finishes, replace textured glass, and add gold leaf around the outer frame. Grey flamed granite and brushed granite are used on the floor and the columns. Tribute to Glories 01 Tribute to Glories 01
Walls are spliced with natural wood veneer and cement texture artisan paint. Ceiling retains the
plaster lines and painted with a white matte latex paint.
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01 ceiling control line specialty paint (light grey) paint dark bronze paint (gold) paint dark bronze metal mesh (bronze sandblast, non-directional brushed IN.2.39 IN.2.31 GREAT HALL ELEVATION 03 Scale: IN.2.13 1:50 除非得到北京睿思集展示设计有限公司的特定书面许可，任何个 、公司、集团均不得泄露或盗用，无论是这张图纸，或是其中 Neither this drawing, nor any such ideas, arrangements, designs or plans shall be appropriated disclosed any person, firm or Ralph Appelbaum Associates Incorported Asia 北京睿思集展示设计有限公司 万科贝兹科伊文化中心 5510 TYP. 1370 TYP. 100 TYP. 30mm stainless steel powder MODULAR SHELF ELEVATION Scale: 1:15 IN.2.31 MODULAR SHELF PLAN Scale: 1:15 IN.2.31 30×30mm brass sandblast non-directional brushed) stainless steel structure (STRUT) grey powder coat stainless steel structure (STRUT) grey powder coat stainless steel connection 比例尺 日期 Date: Scale: 图号 Dwg. No: 除非得到北京睿思集展示设计有限公司的特定书面许可，任何个 、公司、集团均不得泄露或盗用，无论是这张图纸，或是其中 的任何想法、安排、设计或计划 图纸上的尺寸都是依据比例尺标注的。承包商和制造商应当查核 尺寸，对其工作中的所有尺寸和状况负责，并在开始进行工作前 将所有图纸上的差异和变化通知敝公司。敝公司在施作前，将先 查看并审核承包商的全尺寸制作图。制造商应负责请有执照的结 构工程师来查核并确保此设计的结构完整性 Neither drawing, nor any such ideas, arrangements, designs plans shall appropriated disclosed any person, firm corporation for whatsoever, except the specific and written permission Ralph Appelbaum Associates Incorporated Asia. Written dimensions drawings shall have authority over scaled. Contractors manufactorers shall verify responsible dimensions conditions the inform this office variations from drawing prior performing work. This office shall first and approve contractor's size shop details before fabrication. fabricator's responsibility verify and insure structural integrity this design with licensed structural engineer. DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PHASE Ralph Appelbaum Associates Incorported Asia 北京睿思集展示设计有限公司 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Jianwai SOHO, Tower Suite 2102 Beijing 100022, China 5869 0620 东三环中路 建外 SOHO 号楼 2102 北京 100022，中国 +86 5869 0610 检查 绘图 Drawn By: Checked By: Revisions: 修改 Notes: Not For Construction R A A asia 北京睿思集展示设计有限公司 IN.2.31 1:15/1:2 06/27/2019 YLL SC 万科贝兹科伊文化中心 BUILD-IN FURNITURE: MODULAR SHELF 01 VANKE BETSKOY CULTURE CENTER 深化设计阶段 MODULAR SHELF DETAIL Scale: 1:2 IN.2.31 IN.3.41 CA.07 CA.02 CA.02 CA.05 CA.06 CA.06 CA.08 CA.01 CA.03 CA.07 CA.02 BEFORE EXHIBITION HALL The main rest area includes different functions. The Left side is a relaxing lounge; right side is relatively quiet for formal discussions. The original “X” structure of the building is used to set up a modular exhibition shelf system, which can be used flexibly according to the needs. Finish materials and colors in the space are integrated with light gray and textures to create a simple and masculine space quality; Retain and follow the original structure and form to re-generate new decorative features, providing new appearance and function. Sound absorption ceiling combine with exquisite simple lighting fixtures. Light gray artisan painted wall with special texture. The original terrazzo floor are re-finished and the cracks repaired with “Kintugi” technique. Light tubes on the columns continue the original decorative style. Tribute to Glories 01
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The style and material continue those of the lobby, and the overall color is warm and bright.
The metal beam is combined with the metal frame, providing both display and storage functions.
Replace the broken glass block with laminated glass to highlight the repair work, presenting artistic effects.
Multifunction shelves are integrated with metal beams.
Walls are spliced with natural wood veneer and cement patterned artisan paint.
17 16 Tribute to Glories 01 比例尺 日期 Date: Scale: 图号 Dwg. 除非得到北京睿思集展示设计有限公司的特定书面许可，任何个 、公司、集团均不得泄露或盗用，无论是这张图纸，或是其中 的任何想法、安排、设计或计划 图纸上的尺寸都是依据比例尺标注的。承包商和制造商应当查核 尺寸，对其工作中的所有尺寸和状况负责，并在开始进行工作前 将所有图纸上的差异和变化通知敝公司。敝公司在施作前，将先 查看并审核承包商的全尺寸制作图。制造商应负责请有执照的结 构工程师来查核并确保此设计的结构完整性 Neither this drawing, such ideas, arrangements, designs plans appropriated disclosed any person, corporation whatsoever, except specific written permission Ralph Appelbaum Associates Incorporated Asia. Written dimensions drawings shall have authority scaled. Contractors manufactorers shall verify and responsible dimensions conditions the and inform this office variations from drawing prior performing work. office shall first and approve contractor's size shop details before fabrication. fabricator's responsibility verify insure structural integrity design with licensed structural engineer. DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PHASE Ralph Appelbaum Associates Incorported Asia 北京睿思集展示设计有限公司 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Jianwai SOHO, Tower Suite 2102 Beijing 100022, China +86 5869 0620 东三环中路 建外 SOHO 号楼 2102 北京 100022，中国 +86 5869 0610 检查 绘图 Drawn Checked Revisions: 修改 Notes: Construction R A A asia 北京睿思集展示设计有限公司 IN.3.01 1:25 06/27/2019 XRX 万科贝兹科伊文化中心 VIP ROOM PLAN VANKE BETSKOY CULTURE CENTER 深化设计阶段 INX.3.11 IN.3.12 IN.3.21 VIP ROOM PLAN Scale: 1:25 IN.3.01 IN.3.13 IN.3.13 IN.3.11 IN.3.13 wood veneer wood plinth ceiling control line brass line sandblast, non-directional brushed) metal mesh (brass color, sandblast, non-directional brushed) paint (brown) specialty paint (white) wall lamp EQ.2 EQ.2 EQ.3 EQ.3 EQ.1 EQ.1 IN.2.35 VIP ROOM ELEVATION Scale: 1:25 IN.3.11 IN.3.31 ceiling control line brass line sandblast, non-directional brushed) HAVC vent ceiling control line 900 IN.5.33 IN.5.21 IN.5.11 BEFORE VIP ROOM
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18 Tribute to Glories 01 02 The “Fusing” is a pop-up event design project, located in Shougang park which was the biggest steel-making industry based in the north part of China. This pop-up event aims to held exhibitions, shows, and markets. The goal of the design is to communicate the history and story of the steelmaking company after its renovation. The concept of this proposal was inspired by the original function of the site, No. 3 Blast Furnace. It was originally used to fuse, refine and reuse raw mineral materials. Therefore, decided to use metal scaffolding system to structurally “fuse” the history of the site, the creativity of the event, and the people together. Installation and Site Design Individual project Location: Beijing, China Time: 2021 Area: 1012m² POP UP EVENT IN RENOVATED INDUSTRIAL PARK Fusing What do we leave behind?
21 20 Communication Refinement Iron ore Hot Iron Liquid Steel Products Limestone Coal Fuse Reuse Converter Casting Blast Furnace Gathering Renovation CONCEPT The site of the event is the square in front of the No. 3 Blast Furnace, which is the first step of steel-making: fuse, refine and reuse the original mineral materials. A green diamond-like energy block is formed by a single triangle unit which is the most stable structure signify the steel industry as the pillar industry in China. This installation expressed the rebirth of this century-old Shougang and the revitalization of this abandoned site. Fusing 02 Fusing 02 VISUALIZATION
23 22 Geometry elements referencing from the most common and stable form in the park. Rest Observation Workshop Exhibition Performance Entertainment FORMATION Using Layher scaffolding system create triangles formed the process that fragments is fusing into a diamond-like energy block. The installation plan to carry several function to stimulate social engagement.
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25 24 Fusing 02 SITE PHOTOS Exhibition Design Individual project Location: Beijing, China Time: 2021 Area: 291.6m² The “Commerce Unveiled: A Dialogue in Architecture” is a temporary exhibition located within a re-purposed shopping mall in the historic district of Beijing. The exhibition aims to spotlight architectural projects centered around commercial renovations, fostering a conversation to gain insights into the current trends within commercial spaces. Commerce Unveiled: A Dialogue in Architecture POP-UP EXHIBITION IN REUSED SHOPPING MALL 03 What do we leave behind?
27 26 Brands Customers Commercial Space Architecture Creating Dialougue Exhibitions CONCEPT The exhibition defined as another angle to see the commercial space, to reveal the connection and communication between brands and customers Bird’s-Eye View of the Capital City, Inspired by Emperor Longing’s Poems. 京師生春意圖軸,Xu Yang 徐揚 1750–after 1766 Ink and colour on silk, Qing dynasty, Qianlong period, 1767 The Palace Museum, Xin146672 Commerce Unveiled: A Dialogue in Architecture 03 The exhibit installation creating a dialogue between indoor and outdoor SITE PHOTOS Commerce Unveiled: A Dialogue in Architecture 03
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A Dialogue in Architecture SPACE ANALYSIS Creating “Street”, “Square” and “Window” space referencing ancient Chinese market space. STREET WINDOW SQUARE 730 2830 1370 2070 2830 2830 2800 2800 2800 2130 1370 2130 3205 30 3700 3000 SODA 如恩/B+ 刷刷建筑 Voyage 如恩/ 我与地坛 建筑营/ 曲廊院 建筑营/美甲 建筑营/荣宝斋 恺慕/话梅旗舰店 未来以北/两杯两杯 观夏 LDPi 恺慕/更新场 力场/ 铁手咖啡 未来以北/微风市集 立和空间 三友 灯光装置 预留范围 入口简介 入口主视觉 访谈视频 展览布置平面图 The exhibit installation creating a dialogue between indoor and outdoor SITE PHOTOS Commerce Unveiled: A Dialogue in Architecture 03
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31 04 The idea of this exhibition design for the National Maritime Museum of China Astronomy Gallery is building connections between ocean and sky. The Astronomy Gallery tells astronomy stories from different aspects that connect to this museum and specific to the region, the harbour of northern China. In this collaborative project, my role is a project manager 3D designer, and my contributions are overall project management, site analysis, concept development, exhibition strategies proposal, exhibits design. Exhibition Design Collaborative Project Designed at Ralph Applebaum Associates Asia Location: Tianjin, China Time: 2018 Area: 2190m² NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM OF CHINA ASTRONOMY GALLERY Ocean and Sky © Ralph Appelbaum Associates/Asia. Inc. Where are we in the universe? Ocean and Sky 04 The idea of this exhibition design for the National Maritime Museum of China Astronomy Gallery is building connections between ocean and sky. The story is based on humans observation and cognition of ocean and sky, considering the theme of astronomy of the gallery and the harbour city context of the building. EXPERIENCE CONCEPT Sky Ocean Cosmic cognition Looking up Human’s Exploration Observation to Cognition Entrance The Maritime silk Road exhibition Astronomy Gallery Sailing to the universe Exit Cognition Observation
32 33 Astronomy Gallery Ocean and Sky The transition area connecting the ocean to the sky. Various images from the bottom of the sea to the sky, visu- ally connecting the themes of the two galleries. EXPERIENCE_SAILINF TO THE UNIVERSE Sailing to the universe 04 Ocean and Sky Creating infinite imagination in limited space, the vast and beautiful starry sky as well as human observation, interpretation, research and exploration of it for hundreds of years. Astronomy Gallery Looking up EXPERIENCE_LOOKING UP 04
34 35 Ocean and Sky Astronomy Gallery Cosmic cognition Designed in a station system, each of them represents an important cosmic cognition. The audience engages and interacts with the ancient an modern “tools” to observe and perceive the knowledge through them. EXPERIENCE_COSMIC COGNITION 04 Ocean
Sky Astronomy Gallery Human’s Exploration Introduce the modern space mission. Whether it is the exploration of the sea or the stars, we always look through the portholes. Here the portholes are used as a carrier to encompass the achievements of human exploration of the deep sea and the universe. EXPERIENCE_HUMAN’S EXPLORATION 04
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36 37 Maximize the reproduction of the starry sky, using special materials and lighting, projection and other technical means to present “starry sky background”, “specific space-time”, “natural phenomena” and other experience modes, so that After entering the exhibition hall, the audience will maintain their admiration and curiosity for the sky with the most natural posture of looking up. Ocean and Sky Mode 1 Starry sky background Mode 2 partially use Natural Phenomena DOME EXHIBIT DESIGN 04 According to the space arrange exhibits according to the time sequence and it relation to the “sky” Each station lead audience to use the technology to observe to the “sky” Human’s knowledge of the universe is extremely limited, the space design leaves a moderate amount of white space to reserve for future up- dates and additions, and to reserve more space for the audience to feel, observe and think. EXHIBIT STATIONS Ocean and Sky Layout Solar System and Earth-Moon System Telescopes and Observatories Space exploration “ Chang’e and the Yutu” EXHIBIT DESIGN 04
38 39 Exhibition Design/ Interior Design Collaborative Project Designed at Ralph Applebaum Associates Asia Location: Beijing, China Time: 2021 Area: 1629m² The “Creative Showroom” project is a gallery place for showing an architectural smart building system and a creative workshop place. In this project, mainly take charge of workshop space interior design and exhibition area design. Creative Showroom SHOWROOM AND WORKSHOP 05 Where are we in the universe? CONCEPT AND PLAN This project is trying to change the vision of traditional real estate showrooms. The purpose is to create a place to show the site’s history and future, a place for new activities and ideas, and a place for new attitudes for the clients, building multifunction spaces to benefit more people. 2F 1F 2F 05 Creative Showroom Business Traditional showroom Creative showroom History Future of the Place Space for New Activities Lab for Ideas New Development
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Multi-functional space, supporting various modes and applications of “exhibition”, “conference” and meeting”;
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According to the open mechanism, the actual audience and the different nature of use, the application has a variety of spatial and functional flexibility adjustment. Meeting Exhibition Conference 4000 材料展示架 C-LAB 相关展示信息 操作区相关展示条幅 C-LAB 相关关键词、口号 C-LAB 工作区 立面图 Scale: 1:50 EX.2.02.03 05 Creative Showroom Plan Elevation Multifunction materials shelf WORKSHOP SPACE Dividing space with movable glass partitions. Movable glass partitions allow the space to have flexible possibilities for a variety of functional uses; Installation of three-dimensional material display shelves, with display and material display storage functions; Ring-shaped display racks, providing both internal and external display space.
43 42 In addition to dividing space, glass partitions also have a variety of functions such as restriction, display and teaching. VISUALIZATION Creative Showroom 05 ATRIUM Making full use of the space’s sense of ceremony, workshop’s special tools/ successful cases/works are displayed in arrays to give the space a certain artistic effect. 05 Creative Showroom
44 WORKSHOP SPACE Choose a practical operating table that is easy to operate and can store tools; The operating table is equipped with universal wheels for flexible use and can be arranged in different combinations depending on the situation. Creative Showroom 05 “Eulogy for the International Space Station” is a sonic fiction that highlights the urgency of collaborative survival in a time when private missions threaten the future of Earth. The project includes a workshop/event and performance that invites space people to re-imagine space stations through participatory sonic installations that sonify real-time electromagnetic data. The sound resources collected during the event were used to compose the eulogy in collaboration with Hengrui Zhang, using sound to enable personal interpretation and collective reflection on the future of humanity. Sonic fiction offers a means of decoding our relationship with technology, reimagining humanity in the post-human era, and discovering new modes of being in the world (Kodwo Eshun, 1998). Performance Curation Installation Design Master study major project Location: London, UK Time: 2023 RITUALISTIC PERFORMANCE Eulogy for the International Space Station 06 How will we live together?
46 47 The whole project involved 2 parts: Ceremony and Soundtrack/online Platform, running in a circular framework. The audience with an enthusiasm for space explorations are invited to engage in the workshop, which becomes a medium offering voice and sound resources for re-composition in the sonic performance. In this way, The audience becomes part of the performance at different times and spaces. PROJECT FRAMEWORK Eulogy of the International Space Station 06 Eulogy Sound tracks Imagination Communication Vision Hope Remembrance Mourning Reflection Rethinking Reimagination Resources collection Platform Storytelling Storytelling Future DIY Session Sonic Meditation Online platform Ceremony Present This diagram shows the framework of this project. In speculative future cone to develop the storytelling structure. Here the two parts and interrelated to each other and offer the content for each other’s storytelling structure. Eulogy of the International Space Station Eulogy soundtrack is collaborated with composer Hengrui Zhang, PhD from the Royal College of Music. This piece of work will design for mix with the live sound. And recreate with the sound from universe and compose the immersive sonic performance to show the tribute to the space station. ISS Imagination Hub Eulogy Soundtrack Participatory Performance Ceremony ISS Imagination Hub was designed as an Instrument” to investigate the surrounding environments, including two parts: Imagination Engine and Mag-Spaceship. It is the key intervention of the project, as a hub for people to gather, communicate and sense. 06 Project Soundtrack and Video Link: https://youtu.be/ot_7LZsa3Nw?si=iwTq5BNfI99VyX6w
48 49 Invitation Sonic Meditation ISS Imagination Ceremony DIY Session From future agency, ISS Imagination Society to the Ceremony When ISS is passing over, sense the present, the time and space relation to the ISS. Host lead people to sense and imagine the time travel Connected with ISS, Travel to the future when ISS is decommissioned Build the future spaceship for human survival collectively; bring their ideas and work together to design and build a new space station that will continue the legacy of the ISS. Present 2030 ISS Decommissioned Future Space Station Launch Eulogy of the International Space Station This diagram shows three part composed the whole experience, invite audience from present to future. EXPERIENCE DIAGRAM Point Nemo is a location in the Pacific Ocean that is widely considered to be the most remote spot on Earth. Point Nemo gained attention in the early 2000s when it was chosen as the designated “spacecraft cemetery” for the International Space Station (ISS) around 2030. Cemetery for ISS Point Nemo 06 Invitation Sonic Meditation DIY Session The whole experience lead by host and performers, impressively taking the audience to the futurist sentimentally experience. EXPERIENCE
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The exhibition of this project will be a ritual in both time and space, revealing a collective recognition as a community (Han and Steuer, 2020), which creates the stable time and space and feeling of belonging, and leads to the create the ritualistic event for a spaceship to excite introspective contemplation as a collective species.
The participatory performance will be arranged at a specific time. After the performance, the installation will transform into a “monument” that has been built during performance, accompanied by a soundtrack with the recorded live sounds.
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POP-UP EVENT Eulogy
52 53 An participatory installation for people to gather and interacted to imagine future spaceships. And can capture electromagnetic field data as an observation instrument, and transmit it to sound for inspiration about the future imagination. DESIGN_ IMAGINATION HUB _ ENGINE TECHNICAL DIAGRAM The assembled spaceship blocks invite the audience to assemble them and imagine a future community like ISS. The blocks connect by magnets which can change the EMF data, which metaphorically means in the physics world every tinny change will lead to more change and all connected together as a whole DESIGN_MAG-SPACESHIP 3D PRINT MODEL UNITS Transparent PLA 3D Print White PLA 3D Print origami /Paper Styrofoam Ball Reflective Cardboard/ cut &fold Recycle Discs Connects by magnets: cause the change of EMF UNITS MATERIAL AND DESIGN Eulogy of the International Space Station 06 Eulogy of the International Space Station 06
How will we live together?
Melting Point
EXPERIENCE DESIGN ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUE
Performance Curation Installation Design
Master study project
Location: New York, USA
Time: 2022
This is an material experiment project for a fragrance company’s event. The material itself provides a source for the story.
This concept inspired by Firmenich’s (fragrance company) responsibility and sustainability aspect. Fragrance is inspired by nature, and take ingredients from nature;While facing the climate crisis, Future fragrance, Firmenich, reflect on the environments, preserve and promote the natural environments by using the advanced technology/Green chemistry/white biotechnology showing the responsibility to the environment and influence the whole fragrance industry. Thus, fragrances can send a signal or alert to remind people to sense the environments.
This concept inspired by Firmenich’s responsibility and sustainability aspect. Fragrance is inspired by nature, and take ingredients from nature;
While facing the climate crisis Future fragrance ,Firmenich, reflect on the environments preserve and promote the natural environments by using the advanced technology (Green chemistry/white biotechnology) showing the responsibility to the environment, and influence the whole fragrance industry.
SO, fragrances can send a signal or alert to remind people to sense the environments.
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EVENT EMOTIONAL MAPPING
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