ʻO Pinkbox Club London Wahi Hoʻonanea Karaoke na Creative Prototyping Unit he mea lanakila hanohano loa o ka 2024 A' Design Award Keleawe ma ka Māhele Hoʻokūkū Hoʻolālā Loko Hale a me Hōʻike.
KeleaweLoko Hale· 2024
Pinkbox Club London Wahi Hoʻonanea Karaoke
Mea Kūʻai: Creative Prototyping Unit Limited
Mea Lanakila A' Design Award Keleawe ma ka Māhele Loko Hale
Mea Lanakila i Hōʻoia ʻIa
Hōʻoia i ke Kūlana Makana no #134466Ka Hoʻolālā
E Pili Ana iā Pinkbox Club London Wahi Hoʻonanea Karaoke
Loaʻa ka hoʻolālā o ka hale karaoke i ka hoʻoulu ʻana mai ka nānāʻike kahiko Pākē o Wu Xing, ʻo ia hoʻi nā elemene ʻelima, e hōʻailona ana i nā manawa kumu ma ka hoʻololi mau o ka honua nui: ʻo Ahi, Wai, Lāʻau, Metala a me Honua. Hoʻokumu kēia kumu nānāʻike i ka hoʻolālā manaʻo, e ulana ana i ka mana o kēlā me kēia elemene i loko o nā kumuhana kūikawā e hōʻike ana i ka pilikana o ke ao kīhāpai a me ke kanaka. Ma Lākana waena, ʻo ka wahi he puʻuhonua, hoʻopuni kēlā me kēia lumi i hana ʻia me ka mākaukau i ka mana o hoʻokahi elemene, e hāʻawi ana i kahi ʻike hoʻolono kūikawā, e kani pū ana me ka naʻauao Pākē.
Ka Hoʻomaikai
E Pili Ana i ka A' Design Award Keleawe
Ua lanakila ka hoʻolālā Pinkbox Club London Wahi Hoʻonanea Karaoke i ka A' Design Award Keleawe, he ʻike hoʻohanohano nui loa i hāʻawi ʻia i nā hoʻolālā kūʻokoʻa i ʻike ʻia ma o ka hana noʻeau, ka akamai a me ka makakoho. He mau hana mākaukau a hana noʻeau kupaianaha nā lanakila Keleawe e hōʻoia ana i ka ʻike nui, ka noʻonoʻo a me ka maʻalea o kā lākou poʻe hoʻolālā. Manaʻo ʻia ʻo ka hoʻolālā Pinkbox Club London Wahi Hoʻonanea Karaoke he mea i mahalo nui ʻia, hoʻohiwahiwa ʻia a aloha ʻia, he ʻoihana a hou loa. ʻO kēia hoʻolālā i lanakila i ka A' Design Award Keleawe e hoʻohui ana i nā hana maikaʻi loa o ka hana noʻeau, ka ʻepekema, ka hoʻolālā a me ka ʻenehana, a maikaʻi no kona nānā ʻana i nā kikoʻī. Hoʻokō maikaʻi ka hoʻolālā Pinkbox Club London Wahi Hoʻonanea Karaoke i nā pono, hoʻopā i ka makemake, hoʻohiwahiwa i nā manaʻo a huki i ka makemake e ʻike.
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Nā hōʻoia, nā lālā hui a me nā kikoʻī ʻenehana i hāʻawi ʻia e ka mea hoʻolālā.
- Nā ʻAno Kūʻokoʻa
- Situated in the heart of London, the karaoke entertainment venue is conceived as a sanctuary, offering visitors an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Rooted in traditional Chinese values yet expressed through a contemporary lens, the project embodies the harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. Each room within the venue is meticulously crafted to encapsulate the essence of one of the five elements, providing visitors with a unique and immersive spatial experience that resonates with the wisdom of Chinese philosophy.
- Nā Lepili
- Karaoke, night club, bar design, immersive design, parametric design
- ʻEnehana Hana
- CNC prefabrication, Parametric Design
- Noiʻi
- This design research presents a London-based karaoke club design influenced by Wu Xing, the Chinese philosophy of five elements. Each room reflects an element, merging traditional and contemporary aesthetics. From the Earth-themed entryway to VIP spaces blending Water and Fire, the design harmonizes nature's essence with modern comfort. Guests experience a journey through elemental themes, providing a unique and immersive escape from urban life while celebrating the timeless wisdom of Chinese philosophy.
- Hoʻoulu Manaʻo
- The karaoke club interior design draws inspiration from the ancient Chinese philosophy of Wu Xing, or the "five elements," which symbolise fundamental phases in the perpetual evolution of the universe: fire, water, wood, metal, and earth. This philosophical framework serves as the foundation for the conceptual design, weaving the essence of each element into distinct themes and characteristics that reflect the inter-connectedness of nature and humanity.
- Ka Lōʻihi o ka Papahana
- Project conceived in 2020-21, Partial completion in 2022 except Toilets parts. Expected to be completed in December 2024.
Location: Chinatown in London - Kaʻina Hana
- The journey of exploration begins as guests descend the entry staircase into the basement, where they are enveloped in the theme of Earth. This is represented by staggered layers of timber boards, creating an ambiance reminiscent of an underground cave. A lighting tunnel guides visitors to three private rooms. First smallest one is for the Metal room which features a stainless-steel triangulated umbrella centrepiece, dominating the intimate space. A China map coffee table adds an intriguing touch. Second room is a narrow linear room, representing the Wood theme, is adorned with layers of tree trunk patterns, evoking the sensation of singing amidst a forest and creating an illusion of room depth. The final and largest VIP room seamlessly blends the themes of Water and Fire, offering both tranquil serenity and the fiery passion of flames.
Finally, guests conclude their journey in the sanctuary room, with a mysterious cold-blue hue evoking the underwater world. Throughout the experience, guests are immersed in environments that authentically capture the essence of each elemental theme.
Overall, the karaoke club interior design serves as a testament to the timeless wisdom of Wu Xing, offering guests an opportunity to experience the beauty and harmony of the five elements in a modern and vibrant setting. - Nā Lālā Hui
- Interior design: Creative Prototyping Unit
Team members: William Hailiang Chen, Stoyan Gerchev, Yunxi Wu
Fire consultant: Eyelevel Design
Acoustic consultant: Zhu Heng
Lighting consultant: Ensoco - Nā Kuleana Kiʻi
- All images © Creative Prototyping Unit
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