interior design
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YUSHU ZHUANG BROOKLYN, NY
yushuzhuang0@gmail.com 332-265-6864
SOFITEL, THE LIGHT BEYOND
Accor Awards 2024, SEP 2023 - JAN 2024
TYPE
HOSPITALITY
LOCATION
SHANGHAI, CHINA
THE LAYERING OF TIME
THE ECHO TRACKS OF BOWERY 02
Pratt Institute,Undergraduate Thesis 2023-2024
Pratt Institute, Design Studio Project 2023
LOCATION
CULTURE
LOCATION
BOWERY, NEW YORK CITY TYPE THESIS
BEACON, NY
03
01
TYPE
DESIGN PROJECTS
Pratt Institute, Design Studio Project 2022-2023
CREATIVE PROJECT
Pratt Institute, Design Studio Project 2021-2022
TYPE
HOSPITALITY, LIBRARY, CAFE& BAR, WORKPLACE
LOCATION
VALENCIA CITY, SPAIN
NEW YORK CITY
TYPE
FURNITURE, OBJECT
LOCATION PRATT INSTITUTE
08
04 - 07
SOFITEL SHANGHAI, THE LIGHT BEYOND
ACCOR AWARDS 2024, SEP 2023 - JAN 2024
TEAM
WEAVING OF LIGHT
INDOOR DINING
When the time stands still in the moment when craftsmen weaves the lantern art---Within the perfect dining experience at Sofitel, we invite you to enjoy the cuisine in the weaving of light with the fluid crafting of lantern and the ambiance created by tulle and candlelight.
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Yushu Zhuang, Ziyan Wu, Yunyu Huang, Yirong Zhang
WEAVING OF LIGHT GARDEN
OUTDOOR DINING, COURTYARD
Weaving from interior to exterior, the light and tulle invites both the guests and Sofitel’s employees to the nature. Inspired by the Chinese landscape philosophy, the garden is where internal and external exchanges take place, leading the occupants to a new realm and enriching a forward-looking interpretation of the French concept joie de vivre.
YUSHU ZHUANG | SOFITEL SHANGHAI, THE LIGHT BEYOND
COURTYARD, Daytime and Nighttime
SOFITEL’s debut Shanghai hotel seamlessly merges French elegance and forward-looking concept of “Joie de Vivre” with local heritage to mark the brand’s 60th anniversary.
Nestled in the French Concession, the design combines Chinese lantern art with Sofitel’s signature candle ritual and French architectural elements, delivering a contemporary experience tailored to Gen Z’s aesthetic across lighting, materials, space planning and experience. Utilized Sofitel’s brand connections with florals to create a sustainable design that brings our guests closer to nature, the overall design creates a distinctive and inviting stay, making it a timeless, memorable, and unique landmark hotel for all aesthetics seekers and visitors from various culture backgrounds in the future.
YUSHU ZHUANG | SOFITEL SHANGHAI, THE LIGHT BEYOND
Arrival Design
02 LAYERING OF TIME
“Place is never completely effaced.” —Marc Augé
Layering, as a verb, transcends mere erasure but builds new layers upon it, acknowledging the past transitions, and contemplating its potential permanence. The thesis aims to create an architectural response to translate the meaning behind the rebirth and transformation of material, and the emotion beyond blank temporal spaces.
YUSHU ZHUANG | THESIS PROJECT | LAYERING OF TIME
Pratt Institute, Undergraduate Thesis Design Project 2024
Archive and Recraft Space
Context Collage
and Existing
Brick and fabric are the symbols of both past and ongoing existence for a fading industrial building formerly used for dying fabric and producing hats during the 1800s in Beacon, NY. The project suggests that these two materials will be permanently integrated and replaced by the users themselves, who embody the emotions and essence of the site, thus perpetuating the building's ongoing transformation.
YUSHU ZHUANG | THESIS PROJECT | LAYERING OF TIME
Section,Context
Map, Site and Beacon, NY
YUSHU ZHUANG | THESIS PROJECT | LAYERING OF TIME
Physical Models
Axonometric Material Diagrams
An echo in time— resonates with the past, embraces the present, and leave reflections to the future.
The space is a living reflection of the Bowery’s transformation of time, where the stories and memories of the area are echoed in the design, art, and community interactions.
The project’s mission is to celebrate the transformation of time, showcase the Bowery history, and to promote community gatherings and interactions. Specifically, the project will utilize upcycling and creativity to rebuild the sense of belonging on the Bowery which comes from personal feelings of a lack of interaction walking in the region. Derived from the elevated railroad track on the Bowery during 1800s, the tracks are not only utilized as functional structure for transporting abandoned materials,, but also a bridge that connects the eliminated past and present.
THE ECHO TRACKS, THE BOWERY
Pratt Institute, Design Studio Project
SEP 2023- NOV 2023
LOCATION
THE BOWERY, MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY
03
YUSHU ZHUANG | THE BOWERY REVITALIZATION PROJECT
Furniture Displacement and Public Discourse Space, Streetlevel
Streetlevel - Furniture Dropoff and Lounge
Streetlevel - Furniture Open Studio
YUSHU ZHUANG | THE BOWERY REVITALIZATION PROJECT
Physical Model, Laser cut and 3D Printing
YUSHU ZHUANG | THE BOWERY REVITALIZATION PROJECT
Rooftop - Living Room
Streetlevel - Interactive Storage
TIEMPO HOSTEL, VALENCIA CITY
20th century was a moment when Valencia City began to involved ultra-modern buildings standing alongside medieval monuments. The aim of the project is to combine Valencia's culture with contemporary design to create a hostel that caters to the needs of guests and promotes the local culture of Valencia City. This includes programs on local food, tourism, and culture, as well as incorporating UN goals of quality education and ending hunger. The choice of materials reflects the cultural elements of Valencia, while local contemporary furniture is incorporated as well. The ceiling and customized design in the space refers to the historical architectural elements and paintings from the 20th century. Overall, the project seeks to create an eternal moment of cultural fusion between the past and present.
YUSHU ZHUANG | TIEMPO HOSTEL PROJECT
Pratt Institute, Design Studio Project, MAR 2023-APR 2023 TEAM
04
Yushu Zhuang, Datong Zhang, Jessy Wang, Heyan Cheng, , Xinyu Yu
TIEMPO HOSTEL
Concept Collage
Reception YUSHU ZHUANG | TIEMPO HOSTEL PROJECT 0 1 2 3 4 7ft
Section
Double Height Reception and Cafe
Material Palette Reception and Cafe
05 NIAO
LOCATION
SMITH ST, BROOKLYN, NY 11201
SEP
DEC
CAFE & BAR
181
Pratt Institute, Design Project
2023-
2023
TEAM
Yushu Zhuang, Xinrui Zhang, Jay Li
FA23_INT419-03_Group 4_Design Development YUSHU ZHUANG | WORKING SET | CAFE
MATERIAL PALETTE
Working Set Drawing - Furniture Plan, Millwork Details
Material and Furniture Sourcing, Counter Design
In addition to serving the needs of this Brooklyn neighborhood, the subject of “banned books” and the freedom to read will drive the reimagination of the Arlington branch of the Brooklyn Public Library. The project’s muse and conceptual driver is the 1966 film Fahrenheit 451. The feeling of hiding the deep desire to read books despite the attempt of the authorities to subdue this desire is translated into the visual perception and experience of being in this library.
In order to incorporate the banned books as the priority in the library, the shelves with banned books are utilized not only as the container of knowledge but also as the divider and bridge that connects all of the programming in the library.
FOR BANNED BOOKS
Pratt Institute, Design Studio Project
OCT 2022- DEC 2022
YUSHU ZHUANG | BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY ARLINGTON BRANCH PROJECT
05 LIBRARY
CLIENT EAST BROOKLYN/ CYPRESS HILLS NEIGHBORHOOD LOCATION BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY ARLINGTON BRANCH Children’s Section Reversed Color and Material to Emphasize on the Banned Books for Children
Collage, Perception from the film Fahrenheit 451
YUSHU ZHUANG | BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY ARLINGTON BRANCH PROJECT
Section D-D’, Emphasis on Bookshelves
Children’s Section- Physical Model
Entry inspired by Fahrenheit, Info and Furniture Display
The dwelling at 262 Bond Street will accommodate an inter-generational family in an urban setting and must consider the family’s evolving needs and changes to patterns of living over time. The space is used by the couple to display antiques for sale and photoshoots. They require room for multiple strollers at the entrance and they all cook a lot.
URBAN DWELLING | WEAVING
Pratt Institute, Design Studio Project
SEP 2022- OCT 2022
A COUPLE, GRANDFATHER, CHILD
LOCATION
262 BOND STREET, BROOKLYN, NY 11217
CLIENT
YUSHU ZHUANG | URBAN DWELLING PROJECT
The Living Futures Institute works to educate the public and the building industry in particular about sustainability and wellness issues, while their mission statement is to reconcile humanity’s relationship with the natural world. While bookstore, exhibition space and digital display introduce the company culture and their understanding of nature to the public, Material Lab and Fabrication Lab provide opportunities to experience and understand the process. Wayfinding is provided for the public to guide occupants through the 3 communities.
WORK | PLACE
Pratt Institute, Design Studio Project
FEB 2023- MAR 2023
CLIENT LIVING FUTURE
07
INSTITUTE
AND FURNITURE SELECTION
Executive Chair Comma Chair Leeway Stool Soft Edge Chair ColourForm Sofa Group 20R UP 20R UP OPEN TO BELOW N 1. LOBBY 2. EXHIBITION 3. BOOKSTORE 4. CLASSROOM / AUDITORIUM 5. OUTDOOR
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10. MATERIAL LAB 11.
LAB 12. CONFERENCE ROOM 13.
14. RESTING 15.
16.
17. OPEN
1 2 3 4 5 10 11 6 7 8 9 12 13 14 17 15 13 LOCATION BROOKLYN NAVY YARDS
MATERIAL
Eames
DINNING 6. PHONE BOOTH 7. DINNING 8. PANTRY
MOTHER’S ROOM
FABRICATION
OFFICE
PRINTING
STORAGE
WORKPLACE
YUSHU ZHUANG | LIVING FUTURE INSTITUTE WORKPLACE PROJECT
The reception area guides occupants through the digital info and book series display with biophilia workshop units, while flexible use of space with bifold doors or curtain enclosure is incorporated in the space.
1. LOBBY 2. EXHIBITION 3. BOOKSTORE 4. CLASSROOM / AUDITORIUM 5. OUTDOOR DINNING 6. PHONE BOOTH 7. DINNING 8. PANTRY 9. MOTHER’S ROOM 11. FABRICATION LAB 12. CONFERENCE ROOM 13. OFFICE 14. RESTING 15. PRINTING 16. STORAGE 17. OPEN WORKPLACE 3 7 RECEPTION Biophillic Unit Digital Display 3 YUSHU ZHUANG | LIVING FUTURE INSTITUTE WORKPLACE PROJECT Corridor to the Workplace Company Propaganda Display FABRICATION LAB MATERIAL LAB Table at Different Height with Biophilia
Pratt Institute, Design Studio Project JAN 2022- MAR 2022
459 Myrtle Ave, BROOKLYN, NY 11205
Stair Charette Iteration, Plaster, Glycerin
YUSHU ZHUANG | SOFTENING THROUGH FORM, LIGHT, NATURE 08 SOFTENING
CLIENT NATURA LOCATION
Physical Model, Shinto Workshop and Resting Space
| THROUGH FORM, LIGHT, NATURE
GATHERING, HOME
DESIGN CONCEPT
Pratt Institute, Sophomore Year Design Studio Project 2021-2022
YUSHU ZHUANG | GATHERED BY CIRCULAR LAYERS
Physical Model and Lighting Design
THE CHAIR CHARETTE
Pratt Institute, Design Studio Project
OCT-DEC 2022
GROUP PROJECT: CHRISTINE HUANG, XIYA LU
By simplifying the gesture from observation sketches, lines and shape silhouette became definition for different sitting postures on different chairs. This collection of prototypes discusses the relationship between curves, sitting postures, and materials. By imagine sitting postures and needs when sitting in library to design new ways of sitting.
Posture Analysis Sketch
Study Models
Full-scale
YUSHU ZHUANG | THE CHAIR CHARETTE
CNC Chair
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST AND CONSIDERATION, I LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU SOON !
BROOKLYN, NY
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