Cha Duk Chang Store Chak Duk Chang Store is an innovative architectural and interior design project that transforms a 1,650-square-foot space within The Mills, a renovated industrial building in Hong Kong, into a multifunctional cultural hub dedicated to preserving and promoting Cantonese Opera traditions. The design seamlessly integrates traditional cultural elements with contemporary architectural solutions, featuring a striking ceiling installation composed of 1,800 precisely arranged bamboo tubes that pays homage to traditional Cantonese Opera headdresses and bamboo theaters. This Bronze A' Design Award-winning project in the Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design category encompasses various functional zones including a café, exhibition space, classroom, and workspace, all unified by a sophisticated parametric design approach. The space's most distinctive feature is its innovative ceiling design, which combines digital design technologies with local craftsmanship, utilizing pre-cut and pre-drilled bamboo tubes arranged with plastic tube spacers to create a dynamic visual flow that guides visitors through the space. The design philosophy emphasizes the preservation of cultural heritage while embracing modern architectural principles, demonstrated through the careful integration of natural materials, thoughtful space planning, and the incorporation of traditional theatrical elements into contemporary design language. Completed in December 2018, the project exemplifies how architectural innovation can serve cultural preservation, creating a space that not only functions as a practical facility but also stands as an artistic installation that celebrates the rich heritage of Cantonese Opera.
cultural preservation architecture, parametric bamboo design, contemporary Chinese interior, opera-inspired space, multifunctional cultural hub, sustainable architectural innovation
CITATION : "Adam Dawson. 'Cha Duk Chang Store Chak Duk Chang Store.' Design+Encyclopedia. https://design-encyclopedia.com/?E=438038 (Accessed on July 16, 2025)"
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