Portfolio

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Portfolio

SELECTED WORKS 20132023 mengjie127@outlook.com

CONTENTS

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PERSONAL DESIGN PROJECTS

Hospitality

Residential

02 03

COOPERATION PROJECTS

Retail

PREVIOUS COMPANY PROJECTS

Co-working Space

Hospitality

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PERSONAL DESIGN PROJECTS

Three years ago, I initiated an independent journey in design that significantly augmented my comprehension of spatial design. This experience also served to intensify my focus on optimizing user experiences and managing the progress of projects.

In addition to my core role in conceptualizing designs, I immersed myself in the intricacies of aligning with the distinctive identity and essence of each client's brand. I assumed the meticulous responsibility of managing project costs, diligently monitored the construction process, and refined my skills in fostering effective client communication.

I am committed to fostering an innovative and lifelong learning mindset to deliver enduring, high-quality design services and enchanting experiences for both society and individuals.

Personal Design Projects Hospitality Design

Paral Space

Cafe / Bar / Gallery

Paral is located on Zhongshan North Road, Hangzhou. It is a café by day and a bar by night, and can function as an art gallery when needed. Paral’s owner is a curator and hopes to combine the elements of exhibitions, art, coffee, and night drinks into one space, which can meet everyone’s leisure and social needs.

In our reimagined space, dual rolling shutter doors choreograph the transition from day to night. At night, the door in the coffee zone ascends with a gentle hum, while its counterpart in the exhibition area descends into slumber. The bar, a circular masterpiece, springs to life, its central position ensuring bartenders engage effortlessly with an increased number of guests, fostering a vibrant social hub. Framed by three towering glass windows facing the street, this nook offers a serene vantage point. Patrons can revel in the panoramic street views, immersed in the ever-changing tapestry of time and urban life.

CLIENT

LOCATION COMPLETION SIZE Photography © YOUNG Paral Bar Hangzhou, China 2023 180 sqm

Personal Design Projects

Residential Design

Living with Plants

Plant House

The Plant House is a renovation project that aimed to transform a poorly lit and divided lower-unit stacked townhouse in Shanghai into a practical and inviting living space. The main challenge of the project was the inadequate lighting and cramped layout of the basement area. To address this issue, I removed a part of the floor slab and all lightweight partition walls at the basement level, which allowed more natural light to come in, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere for social activities. And further enhanced the living space, creating an ideal environment for relaxation and entertainment.

CLIENT LOCATION COMPLETION SIZE AWARD PUBLISH Photography ©STUDIO FANG Personal Client Shanghai, China 2021 340 sqm ARCHITECTUREPRIZE
https://frameweb.com/project/the-plant-house https://www.gooood.cn/living-with-plants-bymanman-design-studio.htm

Dining Area

The removal of a part of the floor slab and all lightweight partition walls in the basement level has allowed more natural light to come in, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere for social activities.

Indoor Plant

Before

The original house stood as a two-story enigma, its layout a perplexing maze of ill-conceived spaces. The original two-story house had an inconvenient layout that made navigation difficult. The basement was a vast and gloomy space with minimal natural light.

After

The concept behind Plant House is to create a warm and comfortable living space that caters to the diverse needs of family members. By introducing more natural sunlight into the basement level, residents can experience the changing seasons and variations in sunlight throughout the day, and enjoy the coziness provided by the sunlight and green plants together.

I utilized natural sunlight from the garden to illuminate the basement, and I achieved this by strategically creating an opening in the floor slab of the original living room, which serves to let in natural light and illuminate the lower level. In addition, we transformed the basement courtyard into a sunken garden that can be easily accessed from ground level via a staircase.

Section Ground level Ground level Basement Basement plan

CHATEAU FLOOR SHOWROOM

CHEERS BURGER

DANCE STUDIO

LOFT

50

Personal Design Projects BEN APARTMENT TOWNHOUSE
RECONSTRUCTION AREA LOCATION AREA LOCATION PUBLICATION AREA LOCATION CATEGORY 2019 2019 2021
sqm Shanghai, China
sqm Shanghai, China House renovation
50
250
sqm Shanghai, China Archdaily
AREA LOCATION PUBLICATION
LOCATION AREA LOCATION 80 sqm Shanghai, China 29 sqm Shanghai, China Archdaily 500 sqm Shanghai, China 2022 2021 2023
AREA

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COOPERATION PROJECTS

From 2019 to 2023, alongside personal projects, I collaborated with partners in personal studios, focusing on revitalizing spaces and interior designs for retail and restaurants.

When choosing cooperation projects, we are more cautious about the project type and positioning, ensuring alignment in goals and attitudes among partners and clients to uphold design quality.

Personal Design Projects

Cooperated with nihilii studio

HARMAY at Xi’an

Cafe / Bar / Gallery

The unique cultural imprint of the ancient capital of the thirteen dynasties as the design inspiration in Xi'an, China, and took the distinctive “city wall”and other traditional ancient architectural as the guide, combined with industrial-style decoration, insert HARMAY-style displays into the space.

In terms of materials, recycled old blue bricks, clay bricks, glass bricks, etc. are selected as the main materials, and the brick body designs with different characteristics are integrated. In addition to paying attention to the functional needs of retail stores, the project also increases the exploration of the locality of urban culture where the stores are located. It is hoped that on the basis of the retail space, it can be extended into a place that can resonate with the city where people are located.

CLIENT

Photography ©Dirk Weiblen Harmay
sqm
LOCATION COMPLETION SIZE
Xi'an, China 2021 810

Cooperation

HARMAY RETAIL

Coportate with NIHILII Studio

AREA

LOCATION

PUBLICATION

2022

749 sqm

SUNFLOUR BACKERY

AREA

LOCATION

Guangzhou, China Archdaily 2020

150 sqm

Shanghai, China

Projects

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SELECTED PROJECTS PARTICIPATED IN PREVIOUS COMPANIES

Throughout my career, I appreciate having had the opportunity to work in various architectural design firms through planning, architecture, and intricate interior design. This diverse experience has enabled me to work on a wide range of projects, each with its unique typology and complexity.

From concept to realisation, I have been fortunate enough to see every project through. Throughout this journey, I have sharpened my design skills and become more proficient in the whole process of the project and effective communication.

Previous Company Projects

INNO SOCIAL

Co-working space

AIM ARCHITECTURE

A renowned art-deco structure in the heart of Shanghai has been reimagined as a vibrant coworking hub. The designers have capitalized on the courtyard's unique ability to foster connections, placing it at the core of the layout. This isn't just about aesthetics; by weaving a communal loop around the courtyard, they've created a visible and dynamic community. This loop not only unites the various elements— offices, retail spaces, and cafés—within and around the building but also embodies the essence of a neighborhood or home.

LOCATION COMPLETION
Photography © AIM ARCHITECTURE
65,000 sqm
CLIENT
SIZE
Shui On Land( China) Shanghai, China 2019

By weaving a communal loop around the courtyard, we created a visible and dynamic community. Spanning approximately 65,000 m2, the twin buildings house a diverse range of office spaces. While each tenant maintains their unique identity, the second-level community loop seamlessly integrates them, ensuring a cohesive yet diverse environment.

This design will help connect the various offices, retail stores, and cafes located both inside and outside of the building, much like how a courtyard unites a home or neighborhood.

© AIM ARCHITECTURE FLEXIBLE AREA MEETING / OFFICE 灵活切换办公和会议的功能 OFFICE – 36 SEAT MEETING + 32 SEAT EVENT METTING OFFICE OFFICE BIG OFFICE CORE SMALL OFFICE CORE BAR PANTRY GYM LOCKER APARTMENT CORE LIVING LOUNGE GAME REST WORKSHOP LOCKER PRINT PRINT CHAT WORKING DINING KITCHEN CHAT CHAT CHAT 2 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 8 9 10 11 12 REST 1 4 3 KARAOKE STAFF STORAGE OFFICE 办公室 TOILET 卫生间 COMMON 休闲区域 MEETING ROOM 会议室 POCKET SPACE KITCHEN 独立厨房 LOCKER 储藏柜

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BUSINESE

2F

1F

咖啡

NEW

NEW

2F BUILDING B BUILDING A CAFÉ RECEPTION MAIL 咖啡/接待/邮件快递 SMALL OFFICE BIG OFFICE BIG OFFICE SECURITY CHECK 身份识别 COURTYARD COURTYARD
MANAGER 楼层管理
CHECK 身份识别
FLOOR
SECURITY
LONGE 商务休闲区域
LANDSCAPE DESIGN
CAFÉ
RECEPTION / MAIL BOX
COMMUNITY DONUT
FACADE 改造物体立面 不规则边缘景观座椅
/接待/邮件快递 环形社区圈
ENTRANCE FACADE 入口建筑立面 AIM ARCHITECTURE

Major projects participated in by previous companies

YINTECH HEADQUARTER

Worked in Gensler (2019)

Participate in concept design, drawings, 3D modle and renderings.

CLIENT AREA LOCATION

Yintech 68,000 sqm Shanghai, China

NJ TOURISEM CENTER

Planning / Architecture / Interior

2016

Worked in EXH DESIGN (2015- 2016)

Participate as assistant architecture designer from planning concept to building schemetic design

CLIENT AREA

LOCATION

Nanjing Chishan lake 49,000sqm

Nanjing, China

THE BRIDGE HOUSE

Worked in AIM ARCHITECTURE (2016)

Participate in concept design, drawings, 3D modle and construction site supervision.

CLIENT AREA

LOCATION

Trustbridge Partners 13410 sqm

Shanghai, China

CULTURE CENTER PLANNING COMPETITION

Urban Planning Competetion

Worked in ADEPT (2014 )

Participate in bidding material drawing, team communication, and technical communication work

CLIENT

AREA

LOCATION

Guangzhou Planning Commission

Landscape: 35 ha

Buidlings: 30,000 sqm

Guangzhou, China

BLUM SHANGHAI OFFICE

EXH DESIGN ( 2016)

Participate as assistant architecture designer from concept to construction completed

CLIENT

AREA

LOCATION

BLUM(Shanghai)

2200 sqm

Shanghai China

CITY PLANNING COMPETITION

“Green Loops City”

Worked in ADEPT (2013)

Participate in bidding material drawing, team communication, and technical communication

CLIENT AREA

LOCATION

Hengyang Goverment 17KM2

Hengyang, China

mengjie127@outlook.com +61 0411 289 127
Mengjie Li Melbourne, VIC

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