antistatics architecture echoes rippling fabric in perforated metal at wedding center in china

an undulating facade at christine wedding art center

AntiStatics Architecture’s Christine Wedding Art Center in Wenzhou, China, expresses the elegance, curves, and femininity of wedding dresses into sweeping architectural and interior elements. The facade of the existing building — a hotel from the 90s — is transformed using perforated metal, which serves as a canvas for intricate, fluid patterns inspired by lace and embroidery.

The elements come to life at night with carefully placed lighting effects, casting enchanting shadows that reimagine traditional motifs in a contemporary context. Within, the space contains a series of display lounges artfully showcasing dresses and accessories in artful exhibits, and a Wedding Ceremony Hall.

all images by Dachu Photography

AntiStatics Architecture spatially captures fluidity of fabric

AntiStatics Architecture began with looking to the 90s-built, half-circular plan which serves as the foundation for the facade design. By reimagining the existing facade with a 9.7-meter-tall, perforated metal laser-cut material, the building takes on the appearance of a dynamic fabric flowing in the breeze. The design cleverly utilizes the existing column locations and door forms to create a harmonious integration of the new facade with the building’s existing structure.

Incorporating urban renewal aspects into the design of the wedding venue involves not only transforming the existing building into a visually striking landmark but also revitalizing the surrounding neighborhood by infusing it with new energy. As people pass by, they are greeted by the mesmerizing sight of the digitally simulated flowing fabric. ‘By breathing new life into a traditional old neighborhood, the wedding art center becomes a catalyst for urban renewal, inspiring further revitalization efforts and community engagement,’ note the architects.

AntiStatics Architecture completes Christine Wedding Art Center

Upon entering the Christine Wedding Art Center, visitors are greeted by a series of interconnected spaces designed to evoke the feeling of being enveloped in the folds of a wedding gown. Curved walls, arches, and ceilings mimic the graceful lines of fabric, while a predominantly white color scheme enhances the sense of purity.

The lounges feature custom-designed display fixtures and lighting arrangements that highlight the craftsmanship of each gown or accessory, creating a gallery-like experience. At the heart of the Art Center lies the wedding ceremony hall. The hall is designed to accommodate different types of ceremonies, from intimate gatherings to larger celebrations, with flexible seating arrangements and state-of-the-art audiovisual technology.

located in in Wenzhou, China

the facade of the existing building — a hotel from the 90s — is transformed using perforated metal

carefully placed lighting effects cast enchanting shadows

reimagining traditional motifs in a contemporary context

the metal facade serves as a canvas for intricate, fluid patterns inspired by lace and embroidery

curved walls, arches, and ceilings mimic the graceful lines of fabric

a predominantly white color scheme enhances the sense of purity

the hall is designed to accommodate different types of ceremonies, from intimate gatherings to larger celebrations

custom fixtures and lighting arrangements enhance the scheme

the Display Lounges create a gallery-like experience

project info:

name: Christine Wedding Art Center

architect: AntiStatics Architecture | @antistatics_architecturedesign

lead architects: Mo Zheng, Martin Miller

project architect: Boyan Zhang, Christopher Beckett

team: Dhaga Aman, Wenlin Bai, Yue Xi, Yong Li, Tracy Qiu, Xiao Li, Ivy Zhang

location: Wenzhou, China

photography: Dachu Photography

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edited by: ravail khan | designboom