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Heshi Design
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A designer's office space is not only an art form but also a reflection and expression of their attitude towards life and design philosophy. In the bustling and noisy CBD of the southern business district of Ningbo, where high-rise buildings stand in rows, we never expected such a peaceful and pleasant space. This was our first impression of the Heshi Design Studio when we first saw it.

The studio is located in a business building. The ingenuity of the site lies in the fact that it is right between the two exterior walls of the building, naturally forming a concave area. This area is open-air and has been transformed into a beautiful courtyard, endowing the entire studio with sunlight, flowing water, green plants and life.

The renovation of the design began with the entrance foyer. The original door height of over 2 meters was lowered to approximately 1.8 meters, and an arched shape was created. The intention was to allow visitors to naturally lower their heads and not be drawn to the tall chamber of commerce building in front, but to focus all their attention on this garden. When one comes into contact with nature and the sky, there is a sudden sense of enlightenment.

Following the gravel road, make a small turn and you'll enter the interior. At the entrance hall stands a painting titled "Spring Days of Zhu Xi" written by the renowned calligrapher Mr. Chen Qiyuan. It is now early summer, with lush greenery and chirping insects and singing birds. The famous line from the poem, "All the purple and red flowers are spring," seems particularly fitting. The space, courtyard and outdoors blend together, giving rise to the joy of exploring inwardly.

The studio has planned three main areas in total: the reception and leisure area, the conference and exhibition area, and the work area. Every space takes into account multiple functions. The overall color scheme is in beige and yellow tones, and raw materials such as ocean boards and cork flooring are selected. This not only reflects environmental protection and health but also allows people to directly feel the nature of natural materials, highlighting the gentle and simple spatial temperament and the minimalist design philosophy.

The reception area is integrated into a Zen-inspired tea room, creating a seamless transition through large floor-to-ceiling Windows and an outdoor courtyard. People sit on the ground, enjoying tea while feeding fish and taking in the beautiful scenery. The windowsill can not only be used to place some items, but also houses the filter device of the fishpond. The moisture-proof and anti-corrosion properties of the cork floor are demonstrated here, showcasing the exquisite design. The washi paper lamp by Isamu Noguchi above emits a soft light at night, bringing a gentle and peaceful feeling. The ceiling design deliberately retains the original style of the building. The designer said, "I don't want to erase all the original appearances of the space. Appropriate retention is also a kind of memory and growth."

The meeting room serves both as a material display area and a tea bar. It is a place for discussing plans with clients or for employees to relax and unwind. The space is not large, but the functions are very rich. It aims to bring customers closer, facilitate the display and explanation of materials when submitting, and enhance the efficiency of communication between each other. It is worth mentioning that on the wooden decorative walls, the designer used glass for inlaying and carefully placed light strips, which made the lighting in the space more comfortable.

The office area is compact and efficient. The designer has given the best south-facing space to the employees, hoping that they will always have a transparent and bright comfortable environment. The lighting on the desk has been redesigned and can be freely adjusted at multiple angles. Working overtime during the design process is a common occurrence, which meets the daily lighting needs of the office. The wall adjacent to the courtyard is deliberately opened with a long horizontal window. When one is tired from work, the green vitality can be seen out. This ingenious design not only ensures the privacy of the office but also maintains a fluid relationship with the outdoors.

From the first office space to the new studio, He Shi Design has been constantly evolving and transforming. The new space is serene, simple and healing, while also embodying profound thoughts on design. Just as mentioned at the beginning, "getting down to business", He Shi hopes to return to the essence, do a good job in design with heart and humility, and serve every customer solidly.

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