Huai'an Zhongshuge
Bookstore for Shanghai Zhongshu Industrial Co., Ltd.
The Huai'an Zhongshuge bookstore reimagines architectural space as a cosmic journey, blending surrealism with structural precision. Dominated by exaggerated three dimensional forms, the interior evokes celestial mechanics through concentric rings and irregular geometric structures that mimic astronomical instruments. Bookshelves curve and spiral like planetary orbits, their dynamic arrangements echoing the motion of celestial bodies. Scattered books, akin to fragments of infinite worlds, nestle within these sculptural shelves.
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Huai'an Zhongshuge Bookstore Press Releases
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Huai'an Zhongshuge Bookstore Translations
We ensure Huai'an Zhongshuge is globally understood with translations available in these languages: Bookstore EN, Boekwinkel AF, Librari SQ, የመጽሐፍ መደብር AM, مكتبة AR, Գրախանութ HY, পুথিভঁৰাল AS, Kitab Mağazası AZ, Liburudenda EU, Кнігарня BE, পুস্তক ভান্ডার BN, Knjižara BS, Книжарница BG, စာအုပ်ဆိုင် MY, Llibreria CA, Tindahan sa Libro CEB, Sitolo ya Mabuku NY, Libreria CO, Knjižara HR, Knihkupectví CS, Boghandel DA, Boekwinkel NL, Librovendejo EO, Raamatupood ET, Kirjakauppa FI, Librairie FR, Bùth-leabhraichean GD, Libraría GL, წიგნის მაღაზია KA, Buchhandlung DE, Βιβλιοπωλείο EL, Kuatiaty Renda GN, પુસ્તક ભંડાર GU, Libreri HT, Kantin Littattafai HA, Hale Puke HAW, חנות ספרים HE, पुस्तक भंडार HI, Lub Tsev Muag Ntawv HMN, Könyvesbolt HU, Bókabúð IS, Ụlọ Ahịa Akwụkwọ IG, Toko Buku ID, Siopa Leabhar GA, Libreria IT, Toko Buku JV, ಪುಸ್ತಕ ಅಂಗಡಿ KN, Кітап дүкені KK, ហាងសៀវភៅ KM, Iduka ry'ibitabo RW, کتێبفرۆشخانە KU, Китеп дүкөнү KY, ຮ້ານຫນັງສື LO, Bibliotheca LA, Grāmatnīca LV, Knygynas LT, Buchhandlung LB, Книжарница MK, Toeram-pivarotana boky MG, Kedai Buku MS, പുസ്തകശാല ML, Libreria MT, Toa Pukapuka MI, पुस्तक भांडार MR, Номын дэлгүүр MN, पुस्तक पसल NE, Bokhandel NO, Bokhandel NB, Librariá OC, ପୁସ୍ତକ ଦୋକାନ OR, کتابتون PS, کتابفروشی FA, Księgarnia PL, Livraria PT, ਕਿਤਾਬਾਂ ਦੀ ਦੁਕਾਨ PA, Liwru Wasi QU, Librărie RO, Книжный магазин RU, Fale Tusi SM, पुस्तकालयः SA, Knjižara SR, Chitoro Chemabhuku SN, ڪتاب خانو SD, පොත් වෙළඳසැල SI, Kníhkupectvo SK, Knjigarna SL, Dukaanka Buugaagta SO, Lebenkele la Dibuka ST, Librería ES, Toko Buku SU, Duka la Vitabu SW, Bokhandel SV, Tindahan ng Libro TL, Китобфурӯшӣ TG, புத்தகக் கடை TA, Китап кибете TT, పుస్తక దుకాణం TE, ร้านหนังสือ TH, དཔེ་མཛོད། BO, መኽዘን መጻሕፍቲ TI, Kitapevi TR, Kitap dükany TK, Книгарня UK, کتب خانہ UR, كىتاب دۇكىنى UG, Kitob do'koni UZ, Nhà Sách VI, Siop Lyfrau CY, Boekwinkel FY, Ivenkile Yeencwadi XH, בוכהאַנדלונג YI, Ilé-ìtajà Ìwé YO, Isitolo Samabhuku ZU.
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Unique Properties
Huai’an Zhongshuge’s concept is the “universe”. Using traditional wood, it creates a surreal planetary installation that links two floors.The designer achieved large-scale construction within limited space, overcoming the technical challenge through precise 3D modeling and computational simulation. Repeated adjustments and optimizations ensured the balance between structural stability and visual impact. The bookstore’s display, reading, and leisure functions are embedded into astronomical form.
Tags
interior，culture，
Project Duration
Project Location丨Jiangsu, China
Inspiration
The design of Huai’an Zhongshuge draws inspiration from the local urban culture, the theme of human exploration of the universe, and the symbolic significance of books. The vastness of the universe echo the infinite knowledge and ideas contained in books, while creating a new cultural landmark for the city. Technically, the design is inspired by the patterns of celestial forms and orbital movements. The designer simulated planetary trajectories, integrating functionality and aesthetics.
Image Credits
Photographer丨SFAP
Project Overview
Huai'an Zhongshuge Bookstore has been a Platinum winner in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design award category in the year 2024 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Platinum A' Design Award is recognized for honoring designs that stand at the forefront of creativity and innovation. It is the highest accolade bestowed by the A' Design Awards, acknowledging works that blend remarkable innovation with impactful societal contributions. These designs not only showcase exceptional artistic and technical proficiency but also highlight their creators' commitment to advancing the boundaries of art, science, design, and technology. Recipients of this award are celebrated for their role in shaping the aesthetics and trends of our time, contributing significantly to the enhancement of quality of life and promoting sustainable development.
Platinum Recognition
Li Xiang was recognized with the coveted Platinum A' Design Award in 2025, a testament to excellence of their work Huai'an Zhongshuge Bookstore.
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Li Xiang's Huai'an Zhongshuge Bookstore Wins Platinum A' Design Award for Cosmic-Inspired Interior
Huai'an Zhongshuge, designed by Li Xiang and located in Jiangsu, China, has been honored with the Platinum A' Design Award 2025 for its innovative interior that transforms the bookstore into a surreal, cosmic journey, blending local culture with celestial inspiration to create a new cultural landmark.
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