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Zuoquan Township Cultural Courtyard, Illimite Architectes | International Design Awards Winners

Zuoquan Township Cultural Courtyard

CompanyIllimite Architectes

Lead DesignersLiu Xiangcheng

Design TeamIllimite Architectes

Project LocationTongyu Town, Zuoquan Country, Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province, China

ClientZuoquan Ecological Cultural Tourism Demonstration Zone

CreditsPhoto by: Yin Ming

Prize(s)Silver in Cultural Architecture Design / Other Cultural Architecture Design

Entry Description

Zuoquan Courtyard,nestled amidst TaiHang mountains,is a vernacular architecture inspired by the local landscape and heritage. Its terraced structure blends seamlessly with the mountain terrain,delicately preserving nature. The design pays homage to the spirit of Taihang through modern translation of elements from local cave dwellings and the rhythm of folk songs, thus echoing the collective memory of the community. Courtyards and corridors inside sophisticatedly organize six different functional spaces and create an enchanting interplay of spaces, captivating visitors and inviting interaction.