The project describes a space for storing and selling paintings in a tower located at the centre of Hong Kong.

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Architects: Penda

Location: Hong Kong

Area: 200.0 sqm

Project Year: 2016

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Design Team: Chris Precht, Sun Dayong, Bai Xue, Quan He, Li Pengchong

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From the architect. The project describes a space for storing and selling paintings in a tower located at the centre of Hong Kong.

Model 1

Given the program of an infrequently used space, we are introducing a suitcase-like box made out of matte-reflecting copper panels.
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The box can be fully opened and integrated in the space; thus, after the paintings are shown, the box can be fully folded up to secure the artwork when the space is unoccupied.

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The box is made out of copper and inhabits a sliding drawer for artwork, a cozy couch, a bar, a beamer and a working desk.

Floor Plan (a)

Leaving the rest of the space in untouched rough concrete, the copper objects capture attention, reflecting natural light in a warm, red tone.

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