Project
Retail
Cultural
Restaurants and Bar
Cafe and Bakery
Other
location：北京中关村
Area：168 sqm
施工单位：异禀制造
空间摄影：图派视觉
The site is a long and narrow space with limited natural light. Rather than avoiding these constraints, we chose to transform them into part of the spatial experience. Through depth, repetition, and layered circulation, combined with suspended metal ceiling elements and vertical gestures, the space develops a strong sense of progression.
Based on the elongated layout, the interior was divided into a series of connected yet distinct emotional scenes. At the entrance, two walls with vertical light arrays guide visitors into the interior. Here, light acts not only as illumination, but also as a directional spatial language, establishing the first impression of the bar experience.
We approached the project through an installation-based spatial language, using the atmosphere of craft beer itself as a design reference. Beer kegs became a recurring spatial element, arranged in repetitive compositions across the façade, ceiling, and installations. Together with diffused lighting, they also function as atmospheric light sources within the space. The central area was defined as the main operational zone, with the bar positioned as the visual focal point immediately perceived upon entry. Seating is arranged in linear compositions on both sides, working together with columns, wall panels, and ceiling structures to reinforce the spatial rhythm and order.
Materially, we aimed to reflect the character and atmosphere of craft beer itself. Wood, leather, and metal were introduced throughout the space, creating a darker, warmer, and more immersive environment.
Within the rational layout of the bar, we intentionally inserted a series of detailed spatial moments — lighting, installations, corners, and framed scenes — to create memorable experiences for visitors. We hoped the space would offer not only consumption, but also a sense of atmosphere, conversation, and lasting memory.
项目位置：辽宁沈阳
设计公司：白菜设计
项目面积：360sqm
施工单位：阿军装饰
空间摄影：图派视觉
The spatial layout draws inspiration from the organically evolved fabric of European villages. Formed over time rather than by a single plan, their winding streets and irregular volumes create small, varied open spaces that naturally become social nodes. We sought a similar logic here: a plan that is dense yet breathable, compact without feeling compressed.
Materially, the design avoids overt symbolism in favor of neutral, objective finishes and a restrained color palette. Purple is introduced as the emotional tone of the space—not as decoration, but as a subtle intervention that softens the conservatism often associated with Western dining interiors, adding sensorial tension to an otherwise rational structure.
A light architectural base further enhances the relaxed atmosphere and leaves room for visual expression.
Large-scale murals act as a key perceptual layer within the space. Rather than conveying a specific narrative, they evoke an abstract sense of landscape through scale and color, forming an “atmospheric nature.” This visual extension blurs the spatial boundary, creating a transition between the interior and the realm of imagination. Soft furnishings and displays are conceived as extensions of the overall spatial language. Material textures and natural qualities are carried into furniture and objects, ensuring coherence at a tactile level and offering a continuous, unified experience through use and occupation.
The bar and prep counter serve as the space’s outward-facing interface. Everyday objects—tableware and products alike—are openly displayed, becoming part of the spatial expression. Connected to the open kitchen, the bar reveals the rhythms of preparation, turning process into presence and bringing people closer to the space and the food itself.
Ultimately, the Kerry Centre location of Le Canard Bistro is not intended as a place solely for dining, but as a setting for everyday urban life. Here, food, space, and people intersect, forming a relaxed yet grounded state of living that invites return and lingering.
Status: built, 2025
Area: 83 sqm
Client: Twilight lounge
Location: Manhattan, New York
Photography: Darby Routtenberg、Yizhen Zhu
The space is designed to reflect the culture and professionalism of Chinese cuisine. Inspired by traditional Chinese spices, the design uses a warm, spice-toned color palette to create a cohesive atmosphere across the ceiling, walls, and floor.
Spices are the soul of Chinese cuisine and an extension of its philosophy—their interplay reflects its rich diversity. We translated this into an art installation, using spices and canvas to line the perimeter of the space, expressing the brand's dedication and expertise in Chinese culinary culture.
We aimed to bring a tactile Chinese aesthetic into the space through materials like wood, fabric, folds, and ceramic textures. Above the bar, we introduced a traditional plaque element, using rich textures to define the ceiling and transform it into a spatial installation. Through spatial design, the atmosphere resonates with diners. Since opening, Twilight Lounge has achieved commercial success. We hope the space continues to reflect the brand's vision and serve as a place where more people can experience and appreciate Chinese cuisine.
Status: built, 2024
Area: 105 sqm
Client: LEE'S PIZZA
Location: ShenYang
Photography: Topia Vision
We used "thickness" as the core spatial concept, expressing it through materials. Inspired by Chicago's industrial character in the era of deep-dish pizza's origin, we wove industrial elements into the design.
Brick and steel—iconic to Chicago—shape the storefront design. Movable metal panels shift the facade, while graffiti on the wall adds an American vibe and creates an interactive feature.
The renovation balances materials, colors, and textures—blending artistic paint, aged ceilings, steel, and handmade brick. The result is a space that feels both industrial and comfortably enveloping.
We aimed for an honest space—an open kitchen reveals the cooking process, while rotating glass panels paired with menu info create a dynamic, layered boundary.
The space is an extension of the product and a reflection of the owner's attitude toward it. We hope LEE'S PIZZA can engage both past and future customers with renewed depth and richness.
Status: built, 2024
Area: 105 sqm
Client: Limbo Bar
Location: DanDong
Photography: Topia Vision
The design uses mirrors and metal panels to shape the spatial atmosphere. On one side of the space, angled mirrors reflect fragmented views, evoking a dreamlike, liminal state between reality and illusion.
To meet display needs, a layered liquor wall was added beside the bar, with a ladder for access. Reflective, aged metal panels behind the shelves interact with the bottles' light and shadow, creating a sense of mystery within the space.
We lowered the floor of the bar's working area to match dining table height, creating a bar space more comfortable for extended seating.
The semi-transparent façade uses horizontal slatted screens, balancing openness and continuity. This horizontal rhythm and fragmented reflections extend into the restrooms, unifying the space.
Liminality, mystery, fragmentation, and gaps define the mood of the design. We hope each visitor becomes an island—gathering here to form an archipelago.
Status: built, 2024
Area: 212 sqm
Client: PengJi
Location: ShenYang
Photography: Topia Vision
Thus, we introduced the concept of "doors" into the space. By incorporating reclaimed old wood, we integrated traditional Chinese architectural door panels, creating a dynamic system of operable doors that allow for varying spatial experiences.
First, we integrated a door system into the façade. When closed, a fish mural highlights the signature dish; when open, it reveals the lively interior, creating a dynamic and engaging experience.
On the second floor, the design abstracts the landscape of a mountain city. Operable doors create visual depth, allowing guests to open them for a more open atmosphere or close them for added privacy.
We aim for a material palette that appeals to a wide range of consumers and age groups, balancing a sense of everyday warmth with a distinctive character, making the space feel both familiar and refreshed.
The design incorporates colors and materials evocative of Sichuan and Chongqing, with traditional gray tones and reclaimed wood setting the foundation for Jianghu cuisine, while red highlights the fiery essence of Sichuan flavors. Bamboo and fish baskets are also used as decorative lighting elements, adding a distinct regional character to the space.
Status: built, 2024
Area: 256 sqm
Client: MAYBUSH
Location: ShenYang
Photography: Topia Vision
Located on the second floor of a newly constructed shopping mall. Our strategy placed the kitchen and functional areas as a "stage" in the central zone, while the surrounding areas were designated for circulation and guest seating, ensuring that the glass walls and views are fully utilized for the diners' benefit.
An open kitchen serves as the visual centerpiece of the space, offering a full view of the preparation and cooking process from both the interior and the outdoor terrace. This transparency highlights the artistry of cooking while conveying the chefs' confidence, expertise, and openness. It fosters a direct connection between chefs and diners, creating an interactive and shared experience.
The north-facing folding windows can be fully opened to seamlessly connect the indoor and outdoor areas. The outdoor design extends the interior aesthetic, creating a unified spatial language. The kitchen can also open to the exterior, transforming into a bar on pleasant summer evenings, serving guests on the terrace.
At night, the dining area is illuminated with soft, ambient lighting, while the kitchen remains brightly lit, emphasizing its professional nature. Guests can enjoy views of the bustling city traffic through the floor-to-ceiling windows, while the chefs' activity within the kitchen becomes a lively visual element of the space.
MAYBUSH provides a comfortable dining environment that embodies the brand's spirit of hospitality. By breaking the boundary between diners and chefs, the bistro fosters a sense of community and creates a space for sharing food and connections.
Status: built, 2024
Area: 37 sqm
Client: Bu Er Tavern
Location: ShenYang
Photography: Topia Vision
The project covers only 37 square meters and is divided into two rooms, front and back. The design concept for Bu Er Tavern by Baicai Design is: Time Capsule. We hope Bu Er can continue the memories of its eight years of operation and provide healing moments for both new and old customers.
Alcohol serves as the spiritual solace for countless souls, offering joy, forgetfulness, confession, and attraction. The shop has no signboard, subtly blending into the bustling market, aiming to surprise visitors the moment they step in. Bu Er Tavern is a capsule within the city, and the content of the space is the medicine you need.
We have incorporated an installation within the space: the Capsule Shell. We preserved the original walls and the writings on them as part of the space's memory. On this basis, we added a shell using installation techniques. Outside the shell, the original state of the walls remains, making people feel as if they are inside a capsule.
Upon entering the tavern, the front room serves as the bar area, while the back room is a more private seating area with booths. The design extends the curve of the capsule shell, connecting the two different spaces and creating a more layered experience.
We hope this space has an amber-like quality, encapsulating time like the city does. The color tone of the space presents a quiet immersion at midnight, with the small window at the entrance letting in the night, wrapping the night within the capsule and healing everyone.
Status: built, 2023
Area: 211 sqm
Client: Le Canard Bistro
Location: ShenYang
Photography: Topia Vision
The project site is adjacent to an atrium within the shopping mall. Part of the area is indoors, while the open-air atrium extends to the operational space. We aimed to enhance spatial transparency on-site, utilizing visually transparent partitions along the store's boundaries to create a space that is both enclosed and open.
Due to the limited interior space within the shop, a significant portion had to be allocated to the kitchen area. We designed an open-plan kitchen visible from both sides of the shop, enhancing spatial richness and depth.
Differing from the compactness of the kitchen, the outdoor dining area offers a more relaxed atmosphere, creating a courtyard-like setting. This design allows the restaurant to be viewed from both sides and from higher spaces, showcasing the brand. We created a circular flow in the outdoor seating area, featuring a central island for displaying products amidst a green, atmospheric environment. This setup not only increases visual screening but also provides a central focal point, cultivating an unconventional yet harmonious sense of order.
The space primarily utilizes shades of green and beige brown, incorporating materials like handmade tiles, terrazzo, reclaimed wood, clay, cotton-linen, metal sheets, and greenery, all boasting a comfortable, natural appeal. Through the use of these materials and color schemes, our aim is to create a natural, laid-back, outdoor-inspired atmosphere. We intend to contrast with the surrounding commercial environment, offering a tactile experience and bringing people closer through accessible materials.
When customers step into the scene, they instantly sense the fragrance of sunlight, a laid-back texture, and an atmosphere of relaxation. Our aim is to create new urban life memories and experiences, offering not just cuisine but a lifestyle.
Status: built, 2023
Area: 210 sqm
Client: Shan Yi
Location: Chang Chun
Photography: Topia Vision
Nets, lights, and narrow alleys are the main elements that thread the space together. We divide the operating area into a few “boxes”, using the metal netting forming breathable boundaries. The boxes naturally carve out the walking spaces, and the netting on the sides mimics the experience of walking through a narrow alley. We hope to reinforce the cultural expression of the space by utilizing the signifiers in more than one way.
We hope that the space is one that allows people to enjoy slowing down. Shan Yi incorporates the tea culture as part of the dining experience. Every table has a tea set that encourages customers to enjoy socializing over tea before the food comes, to intentionally slow down the pace. Every tea set is customized to be an integral part of the dining table, pronouncing the tea culture of Chaoshan organically.
Shan Yi does not try to claim space through extravagance or visual appeal in a sea of commercial flair. It tries to build a sanctuary with humility and authenticity, conveying its values through the serenity it provides for people who set foot in the restaurant.