Zhongshu Bookstore, Suzhou Building, Chinese Retail Interior, Jiangsu Province, Images
Zhongshu Bookstore in Suzhou
Jiangsu Architectural Commercial Interior Development, China ? design by Wutopia Lab, architects
28 Aug 2017
Zhongshu Bookstore
Architects: Wutopia Lab
Location: Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China
Zhongshu Bookstore – Metal Rainbow

Zhongshu Bookstore in Suzhou, designed by Yu Ting, is the newest one of its brand since the first opened five years ago.

The new bookstore is divided into four main zones and several subdivided zones. Aiming to create a colorful new world by using symbolism, the architect gave a unique character to each zone: The Sanctuary of Crystal for new arrivals; The Cave of Fireflies for recommendations; The Xanadu of Rainbows for reading room; The Castle of Innocence for children books.
The Sanctuary of Crystal

As an entrance, ?The Sanctuary of Crystal? is a space full of books and nothing else. The latest arrivals were arranged on the pre-fabricated transparent acrylic shelves, outstanding the presence of the books. Using glass bricks, mirrors and acrylic, ?The Sanctuary of Crystal? is a shining white space, luring customers into the heart of the store.

The Cave of Fireflies

After the whiteness, ?The Cave of Fireflies? is a darker tunnel connecting the main hall and the entrance. Customers will pick books here and follow the guide of optic fibers into the main reading area.

The Xanadu of Rainbows

After a relatively narrow ...