{"product_id":"above-nature-upright-and-peaceful-china-merchants-heyuan-nantong","title":"China Merchants Heyuan, Nantong","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n    *{\n        margin:0;\n        padding:0;\n        box-sizing:border-box;\n        font-family:var(--font-heading-family);\n    }\n    body{\n        background-color:#ffffff;\n        color:#333;\n        line-height:1.6;\n        margin:0 auto;\n      \n    }\n    .page-title{\n        text-align:center;\n        \n    }\n    .page-title h1{\n        font-size:32px;\n        font-weight:normal;\n        \n    }\n\n    .page-title p{\n        font-size:16px;\n        color:#666;\n      \n    }\n  \n    .cover{\n        \n        line-height:1.8;\n    }\n    \n    .section h2{\n        font-size:20px;\n      margin-top:40px;\n        margin-bottom:15px;\n        font-weight:normal;\n        border-left:3px solid #999;\n        padding-left:12px;\n    }\n  .section h6{\n        font-size:16px;\n        margin-bottom:15px;\n       \n    }\n    .section p{\n        font-size:16px;\n        color:#444;\n        margin-bottom:10px;\n    }\n    .quote{\n\n        color:#666;\n      font-size:14px;\n        \n        text-align:left;\n        line-height:2;\n    }\n    .project-info {\n        margin-top: 20px;\n        font-size: 14px;\n        line-height: 2;\n    }\n    .project-info .row {\n        display: flex;\n        align-items: flex-start;\n        margin-bottom: 0px;\n    }\n    .project-info .label {\n        color: #666;\n        width: 220px;\n        flex-shrink: 0;\n    }\n    .project-info .text {\n        color: #444;\n        flex: 1;\n        text-align: left;\n    }\n  .section img {\n        width: 100%;\n        height: auto;\n        display: inline-block;\n        vertical-align: top;\n        margin: 15px 15px 15px 0;\n    }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\"Nature is not wildness, but the simplicity stacked by time, the growth nurtured by time. Above nature, we integrate contemporary space and life, as well as the profundity and humility of life.\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/2_ca9bb2a6-b1f8-425c-9589-4b80b1eedbc6.jpg?v=1778232507\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFirst Encounter with the Venue\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/2-1.jpg?v=1778232526\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHeyuan is located by Zilang Lake in Nantong, creating a pure low-density community with a plot ratio of only 1.01. Endowed with two scarce resources: \"the new city center\" and \"first-line lake view\", it serves the top-tier residents of Nantong. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBased on the exceptional site with excellent mountains and waters, we draw on the philosophy of Li Yu, a native of Nantong — \"Design with moderation and suitability as principles, and the joy of life as the goal\". Through a purer design, we complete contemporary interpretations, entrusting the understanding of life to landscapes, courtyards, and lifestyles, not standing above the city, but hidden within the lake scenery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e01 Entrance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\/\/ Make modernity more modern, make nature more natural\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/3_4b59b146-a69a-4d0a-bda7-b7197336a668.jpg?v=1778232557\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe entrance landscape wall is the opening statement of Heyuan and the epitome of the site. Through the contrast of two textures, it emphasizes the dialogue between craftsmanship and simplicity, modernity and nature, conveying the design attitude of Heyuan in collision and integration.\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/4_984671e7-79f4-412a-a178-f0b28acfb4c2.jpg?v=1778232558\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e02 Entering the Garden \u0026amp; Returning Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA mountain-like corridor instantly pulls people away from the city into a peaceful field\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e▽ Along the path, nearly century-old camphor trees with a strong sense of volume and time escort residents home. The terrain is raised to 2 meters, tightening the view, and combined with stone arrangements to create an experience wrapped in nature. Mid-level plants are selected as mountain-style miscellaneous trees, allowing them to grow naturally and maintain the freest and most relaxed state.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/7_e6b292ae-bdb4-41bb-84e6-b0968d4301ea.jpg?v=1778232802\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e▽ The native-style landscape relies more on on-site control, finding the optimal angle for every element.\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/6_cc5c7744-207d-42d0-8e02-322ce1a14e99.jpg?v=1778232935\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAlong the way, there are delicate decorations integrated into intimate and casual nodes, allowing the overall space to retain exquisite craftsmanship under the natural and relaxed tone.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/8_3cd5f550-0514-4173-9f44-ea3c5d57b100.jpg?v=1778232823\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e03 The Sense of Stability in the Field\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\/\/ A sense of peace upon arrival; elegant drop-off under the canopy, residents return home calmly\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/9_3355f876-452e-4ae3-b8ec-c25e8283bdc6.jpg?v=1778233012\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTurning into the front court, the view suddenly opens up. The park landscape is introduced into the site. Heavy stone walls form a profound and powerful base. Using height differences, external sightlines are shielded while the internal landscape view is preserved, letting tree tops become the background of the scene.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe collision between extremely modern volumes and primitive nature.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/10_5374287d-2c7d-4104-ac54-5e3ea24f0d06.jpg?v=1778233023\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e▽ Three ancient bronze jars cast by traditional methods are placed at the gate, representing \"Timing, Geographical Advantage, and Human Harmony\".\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/44_90c6e58b-9cb0-4244-98e2-c45e018439ef.jpg?v=1778233246\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe three bronze ancient vats adopt the most traditional copper-casting technique, dating back to the Shang and Zhou dynasties. From clay molding to copper melting and casting, every step is made with ingenuity. They are not only artworks but also precious old objects bearing the profundity of time.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/19_53d64a6b-a5c9-49f2-af96-97c4641bd617.jpg?v=1778233095\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e▽ Protected natural stone skins retain the traces of time.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/22_5a43b6bd-89e1-476d-9174-e2994a718bb2.jpg?v=1778233120\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e▽ The wall features a fabric texture, presenting cleanliness and simplicity on a large scale, while showing handcrafted texture upon closer inspection.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/29_2799cb7e-e76f-4c97-a7a5-53a7b84c9733.jpg?v=1778233151\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e▽ Another collision between modernity and nature.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/32_5cf6519c-eaa5-4d60-a5f7-716fe53cbb2e.jpg?v=1778233161\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe heavy eaves form a stable and peaceful composition. The space transitions from grand to intimate scale. Wood veneer fiberboard is used for the ceiling, with real wood textures bringing a warmer perception.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/35_81148f4a-c90c-4bac-a1fc-b5c43bbac7e4.jpg?v=1778233172\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e▽ Select colors and create physical samples\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/36_be9491df-41cb-4627-9207-b7180b7f07af.jpg?v=1778233177\" width=\"586\" height=\"495\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e▽ Tree and residence in harmony, a warm and emotional homecoming space.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/41_4b2c2464-0530-4eab-85c5-67fa21951aac.jpg?v=1778233237\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e▽ 25 camphor trees were sought around Taihu Lake, growing with the residences, carrying countless inseparable emotions and stories.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/40_f1651e19-d513-4cc2-a5b0-c1d041f1b72f.jpg?v=1778233198\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e04 Fun Leisure Court\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\/\/ By utilizing the gray space, indoor activities flow freely into the outdoors, creating a dialogue with nature. Through the heavy, low-slung eaves and the layered, mountainous terrain, a spatial composition of compression and interweaving is formed, all to create a sense of lush greenery that envelops the senses.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/45_58477bd0-7b64-42c5-ab84-105c3483e9cc.jpg?v=1778233887\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e▽ Returning to a natural state, spring water flows through the cracks of stones.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/49_5a1b6f7d-7966-46ee-a870-3b93404d0f04.jpg?v=1778233884\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e▽ The anti-slip strips of the ramp are also a collision between modernity and nature.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/59_031d3b4d-b5d8-4d2e-a059-7b63e09f8ea6.jpg?v=1778233923\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e▽ The relatively sunken space brings a stronger sense of being wrapped by nature.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/60_8560ddf2-f197-4a96-9761-f3bdbffd3861.jpg?v=1778233931\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFor low-density products, paving becomes the main thread of the space. When textures of handcraft and time fill the space, they bring peace and tranquility as time slows down.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/64_8bd56fc8-0d84-4f43-bb2b-22bb77f7ef99.jpg?v=1778233993\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/67_8b7f65b0-0e72-482c-906f-5b06b9b736a2.jpg?v=1778233996\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"quote\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe original intention of Heyuan's design is to remove exhibition, decoration, and glitz; to emphasize balance, serenity, natural originality, a sense of time, simplicity, profundity, and craftsmanship.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\"Above Nature, Balanced \u0026amp; Serene\" — \"Nature\" means an unintentional and traceless native feeling; \"Above\" represents modernity, purity, exquisiteness, and a contemporary lifestyle. It establishes an emotional connection with people of \"balance\", thus harvesting your own sense of peace.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProject Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"project-info\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eProject Name\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003eChina Merchants Shekou · Nantong Heyuan\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eProject Location\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003eNantong, Jiangsu\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eDesign Period\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e2024.10 — 2025.5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eCompletion Date\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e2025.5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eLandscape Area\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e7500 ㎡\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eClient\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003eChina Merchants Shekou Nantong\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eLandscape Design\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003eShanghai Lacime Landscape Design Co., Ltd.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eLandscape Construction\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003eShanghai Zongyuan Lvgu Urban Construction Co., Ltd.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eArchitecture Design\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003eShanghai Zhengxiang Architectural Design Co., Ltd.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eInterior Design\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e—\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eSignage Design\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003eShanghai Parksy Signage Design Co., Ltd.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003ePhotography\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003eE-ar TARS\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Above Nature, Upright and Peaceful","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51207372341563,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/6186\/6811\/files\/90f470313149fba1f68fca2405693b6a_d4d6328b-f53c-4731-b2a8-a5c0cd0c600b.jpg?v=1777517978","url":"https:\/\/xzhstudio.com\/products\/above-nature-upright-and-peaceful-china-merchants-heyuan-nantong","provider":"Prelude","version":"1.0","type":"link"}