Architecture Today

Architecture Today featuring great design, architecture, fashion, graphics and innovation from across the globe.

 
Orient Original Residence

Orient Original

Orient Original is a residential interior design for a 500 square meter home in Beijing, China. A sunlit underground atrium forms the center of the plan, linking two lower levels and blurring the boundary between above and below ground. The sunken area can serve as a tearoom, a lounge or a cinema. A glass roof, glass brick walls and mirrored panels increase daylight and widen the sense of space. Dark wood veneers meet light timber and natural stone. Custom furniture and storage support daily family life and social gatherings.

Orient Original Residence by Ping Zhang has been recognized as an exceptional representation of architectural design by the A' Design Awards. Orient Original Residence received the Bronze A' Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design in 2026. The A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award is a highly prestigious international design recognition program which recognizes exceptional design of residential interiors, restaurants, hotels, offices, galleries, retail stores, showrooms, exhibition spaces and more.

Learn more about Orient Original Residence

 
E-Mail
Design Brand of the Day

World-Class Design-Driven Brands.

Great brands are built on great design. Everyday, we feature a design-driven brand and explore its identity, creative vision and products. Discover award-winning brands that use good design to create value, inspire people and stand apart worldwide. Visit us daily to enjoy the distinctive approaches of the World’s most innovative brands.

Continue reading · Browse the registry