“It is our aim to
develop a more culturally
sensitive practice of
modernism, to find a
contemporary paradigm of
architecture that straddles
tradition and the future.” we find many unique subcultures and traditions at
play. Finally, in terms of the architectural landscape,
modern Guizhou has developed a half-industrialized,
half-vernacular and half-traditional construction
model, a somewhat typical construction reality in
contemporary China.
This region is both the best and most challenging
collaborator towards our goal. It is our aim to
develop a more culturally sensitive practice of modernism,
to find a contemporary paradigm of architecture that
straddles tradition and the future, one that respects and
integrates the past with present technologies to move
forward. We are considering the possibility of validating
this modus operandi in other regions in the future.
Guizhou Fire Station, 2017, photographed by Haobo Wei How big is the firm? Are there plans to expand in
size? Would you say that your studio’s size now is
perfect for what you set out to do?
The company is around 40 people and at the
moment there is no plan to expand it. We believe that
the current staff is perfect for the way we work and
manage our office routine.
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