Under 35 – Hui Pan

gooood团队采访世界各地 35岁以下的年轻创意人，他们有的是创业者，有的是业主，有的是普通职员。我们探访众生百相，记录这个时代年轻人的面貌和真实状态，欢迎您的推荐和建议。第60期为您介绍的是 潘晖建筑设计工作室 联合创始人 潘晖。更多关于他，请至：Hui Pan Associates on gooood

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gooood Under 35 NO.60 introduces Hui Pan, co-founder of Hui Pan Associates
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出品人：向玲 / Producer: Xiang Ling
编辑：石安、庞任飞、宋林晨、张笑然 / Editor: Shi An, Pang Renfei, Song Linchen, Zhang Xiaoran

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回溯
Retrospect

我本科是东南大学的，研究生去了瑞士的门德里西奥建筑学院，在瑞士待了4年的时间，并在那儿实习工作了一段时间。硕士学习时间共两年，其中一年半时间我都在跟着Valerio Olgiati学习。他给了我一种全新的思维方式，一种跟我在东南受到的教育完全不一样的思维方式。其他老师教授的可能都是从基地功能出发，但是Olgiati是从一个词汇出发，以一种非常抽象的思维方式出发去形成建筑，而不是从外部条件开始。这对我来说是非常新颖的，而且我也很喜欢他的作品。

I completed my undergraduate studies at Southeast University and pursued my graduate studies at the Mendrisio Architecture Academy in Switzerland. During my four years in Switzerland, I also gained practical experience through internships. The master’s program spanned two years, with a significant portion of that time dedicated to learning under the guidance of Valerio Olgiati. Olgiati’s teaching approach presented a paradigm shift for me. While other instructors often focused on functional considerations rooted in site characteristics, Olgiati took a different approach. He initiated discussions from a linguistic perspective, employing a highly abstract thinking process to unfold architectural concepts. Instead of starting with external conditions, he began with vocabulary, shaping the architecture in a unique way. This approach was remarkably innovative for me, and I also admire his works.

▼潘晖于门德里西奥建筑学院求学期间，师从Valerio Olgiati，（潘晖，左四）
While studying at the Mendrisio School of Architecture, Hui Pan studied under the studio of Valerio Olgiati

我读书时就去了很多地方，其实也跟Olgiati有关系。大五的时候，我去了印度和埃及，在欧洲读书的时候又去了巴西、日本，以及欧洲很多些地方。我觉得旅行非常重要，可能比读书更重要一点。作为一个建筑师，你必须亲身去体验建筑，在旅行中我觉得能学到特别多的东西。印度对我来说可能是最重要的旅行之一，当时我还在读本科，我去看了很多印度的古建筑，比如法泰赫普尔西克里（Fatehpur Sikri），以及泰姬陵，当时我就被震惊了，这是我第一次体验如此震撼、激动人心的空间。我从那次旅行中真正体验到什么是空间体验，什么是让人念念不忘的空间，什么是真正打动人的空间。这也影响了我后续的设计，我会把空间体验作为建筑最重要的出发点之一。

During my student time, I had the opportunity to explore various destinations, and my experiences are closely tied to Olgiati. In my final year, I traveled to India and Egypt, and during my European studies, I ventured to Brazil, Japan, and numerous European locales. I believe that travel holds great importance, perhaps even more than formal education. As an architect, firsthand experiences with diverse architectural environments are crucial, and I find that travel enriches my understanding significantly. One of the most pivotal journeys for me was my visit to India during my undergraduate studies. Exploring historic sites like Fatehpur Sikri and the Taj Mahal left a long-lasting impact on me. It was a revelation, marking my first encounter with spaces that were truly astonishing and emotionally stirring. This journey refreshed my understanding of spatial experiences, revealing what makes spaces unforgettable and genuinely captivating. This insight continues to shape my design philosophy, with a strong emphasis on prioritizing spatial experience as a cornerstone of architectural expression.

▼潘晖在旅行期间照片，Photo of Hui Pan during his trip

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成立工作室
Founding Studio

我运气比较好，一回国，就有一位上海的老师就给了我“湖州茶室”项目的邀请，然后就顺势成立了自己的工作室。这个项目让我真正静下心来去独立做一个设计，这对我来说是一个非常重要的经历。目前工作室在绍兴，加上我一共就三个人。我们的很多项目还是在江苏，基本也都是通过老师介绍的。我觉得我们遇到了很多贵人，所以说特别要感谢他们。今年我们大部分时间都是在做竞赛，好在我们至少赢了一个，希望明年我们可以有些东西造出来。

I was fortunate enough that upon returning to China, a teacher from Shanghai offered me an invitation for the “Huzhou Tea House” project. Seizing this opportunity, I established my own studio. This project allowed me to truly immerse myself in independent design work, marking a crucial milestone in my career. Currently based in Shaoxing, Jiangsu. Our studio consists of three individuals, including myself. Many of our projects are located in Jiangsu Province, primarily through connections facilitated by our mentors. We have encountered numerous mentors and benefactors, and I am particularly appreciated their help. This year, our focus has been on participating in design competitions, and fortunately, we secured a win. We hope to complete some projects in the coming year.

▼潘晖建筑设计工作室，绍兴，Hui Pan Associates at Shaoxing

▼浙江湖州“茶”主题展厅项目成为潘晖成立工作室的契机，The “tea” theme exhibition hall project in Huzhou became an opportunity for Hui Pan  to set up his studio

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从Idea出发
Start With An Idea

在工作方式上面，我们一开始会花大部分时间去寻找一个idea，围绕着这个idea，去判断每一个地方是否合理，最后找到一种新的建筑的可能性。这个idea不一定是某个词汇，它也可能是几个词汇，或者一段语句，又或者某种特殊的体验，形成最后的空间概念。我们的设计大部分会从结构与空间出发，我们的项目实际上都是跟结构有关系的。我们一开始就会从结构去考虑问题，但是结构是为空间服务的，空间体验是关键的要素之一。

我们的最高目标是希望可以找到一些全新的可能性去解决建筑问题，这种建筑的可能性，第一眼看起来是比较陌生化的，但是仔细思考之下又是合理的。

▼潘晖手绘草图，sketches of Hui Pan

In terms of working approach, we initially invest a substantial amount of time in the pursuit of a central idea. Centered around this idea, we systematically evaluate every aspect to ascertain its viability, ultimately uncovering new potentialities in architecture. This idea may not be confined to a single word; it could be a combination of words, a phrase, or a distinctive experiential concept that shapes the ultimate spatial concept. The majority of our designs stem from a focus on structure and space, with our projects inherently intertwined with structural considerations. We begin our process by examining issues through the lens of structure, recognizing that while structure serves space, the experiential dimension of space remains a pivotal element.

Our overarching objective is to discover novel possibilities in addressing architectural challenges. These architectural possibilities may initially appear unconventional, yet upon closer reflection, they reveal a rationale that underscores their validity.

▼潘晖建筑设计工作室部分代表作，Part of the projects by Hui Pan Associates

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空间有被赋予美的权利
Space Has The Right To Be Beautiful

我觉得只要这个空间有人在，它就有被赋予美的权利。美并不是一定要付出更高的代价，或者更高的造价，相反，用很廉价的方式也可以呈现出一种非常美的效果。尽管它是一个垃圾中转站，尽管地下空间可能只有开垃圾车的司机能体验到，但是我觉得它仍然有变美的权力。

垃圾中转站实际上是一种非常明确的功能类型，它的结构体系、空间尺寸全都已经很明确了，我们并没有太大的发挥余地，所以我们唯一能做的，就是利用现有的这种巨大的、非日常的空间尺度，以及框架体系去做出美的体验。大天窗，就是我们可能做的一个比较重要的手段。加设天窗后，立面也因此变得更有韵律感，内部空间中，光影与结构相互交织起来，就形成了多层次感，同时带给人们很大的想象余地。这让我想起了我在埃及旅行的时候看到的清真寺，所以我们就用类似的方法尝试在一个垃圾站的转运空间里面做出一种美的空间体验。

I believe that as long as there are people in a space, it has the right to embody beauty. Beauty doesn’t necessarily require a higher cost or extravagant expenditure; on the contrary, it can be achieved in a very cost-effective manner, presenting a striking aesthetic. Even though it’s a garbage transfer station, and the underground space may only be experienced by garbage truck drivers, I feel that it still holds the power to transform into something beautiful.

A garbage transfer station inherently has a specific and well-defined functional structure and spatial layout. With limited creative flexibility, our approach focuses on utilizing the existing vast and unconventional spatial dimensions, coupled with the framework system, to craft a beautiful experiential environment. The strategic installation of large skylights becomes a pivotal technique for us. Integrating skylights not only adds a rhythmic quality to the facade but also creates a captivating interplay of light and shadow within the interior space. This interweaving of light, shadow, and structure generates a multi-layered sensory experience, offering ample space for imaginative exploration. This concept draws inspiration from the mosques I encountered during my travels in Egypt. Thus, we aimed to apply a similar approach to evoke a sense of beauty within the handling area of a garbage transfer station.

▼靖江市滨江新区垃圾中转站，Jingjiang Binjiang New District Garbage Transfer Station
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▼从地下室入口方向看回车场内部的结构与光影，view of the light and shadow of the structure in the large-span trolley return yard

在未来的几十年里面，它的功能可能会发生变化，但是因为它的空间呈现出一种美的状态，让人看到它的美学价值。筱原一男（Kazuo Shinohara）也说过，他很希望建筑可以因为美被一直保存下来，无论里面的功能发生了什么样的变化。我是非常赞同的。这也是为什么我们想要我们的建筑变得更美，因为美的建筑总有更多的机会可以被保存下来。

In the upcoming decades, its functionality might evolve, but the fact that its space embraces a sense of beauty allowing people to appreciate its aesthetic value. Kazuo Shinohara also expressed a hope that architecture could endure over time due to its beauty, regardless of any shifts in its functionality. I strongly agree with this sentiment. This is precisely why we aspire for our architecture to become more beautiful, as aesthetically pleasing structures inherently stand a better chance of being preserved.

▼傍晚夕阳下整个立面出乎意料地呈现出一种波光粼粼的色彩渐变效果，the entire façade unexpectedly presents a shimmering color gradient effect

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材料与结构
Material and Structure

我们对材料其实并没有什么特别的选择。哪种材料比较适合，我们就会去选择哪一种。但我们确实是有一些偏好，我们会选择尽量用一种或者两种材料去营造一种空间包裹感，当空间中的材料尽量少，你就可以强烈地感觉到你进入了一个领域，里面的光影结构所产生的视觉效果让你能够静下心来，去想象一些东西，这种领域感也是包裹感的一种。我们现在特别想尝试清水混凝土，因为它给人感觉非常的简单，用一种材料就能够塑造所有的空间，这对我们来说是非常理想的。但要想做出特别好的空间效果实际上是非常昂贵的，如果有机会的话，我们很想尝试一下。

We don’t have a specific bias towards materials; our choices depend on what best suits the project. However, we do have a preference for using one or two materials to create a sense of envelop within a space. A minimal use of materials intensifies the perception of entering a distinct realm. The visual effects resulting from the interplay of light, shadow, and structure in such environments provide a serene atmosphere, inviting contemplation and imagination—this distinctive realm creates a feeling of envelop. Currently, we are particularly intrigued by the idea of working with exposed concrete due to its simple yet impactful aesthetic. The prospect of using a single material to shape all spaces aligns well with our design ideals. However, achieving outstanding spatial effects with exposed concrete can be a costly endeavor. If the opportunity arises, we are keen to explore and experiment with this material.

▼中国矿业大学建筑学院门厅改造，Renovation of the entrance hall of Architecture School of China University of Mining and Technology

▼迈皋桥长园廊桥，Long garden bridge of Maigao Bridge,

至于结构方面，是采用钢结构、木结构，混凝土结构，又或者砖，我觉得都是可以营造出非常好的空间体验的。相较于结构，我们可能更在乎空间。最关键的就是去考虑怎么样营造一种好的、特别的空间体验。结构是去帮助我们去实现这一空间体验的手段。在我们的项目中，柱子会有各种各样的形式，这也是为了去强化空间体验，比方说花瓣型的柱子，它下面是椭圆形的，上面是尖的，这种结构会带来一种不稳定性，由于支点很小，屋顶也因此呈现出一种轻盈感，好像一朵漂浮的云，这样柱子就带来了一种空间上的体验变化。

As for the structural aspects, whether it’s steel, wood, concrete, or brick construction, I believe each can create a compelling spatial experience. In comparison to structure, our emphasis lies more on the spatial qualities. The key consideration is how to craft a superior and distinctive spatial experience. The structure serves as a means to facilitate the realization of this spatial experience. In our projects, columns take on diverse forms, all strategically chosen to amplify the spatial experience. For example, we utilize petal-shaped columns with elliptical bases and pointed tops. This structural design introduces an element of instability, generating a sense of lightness in the roof due to the small support points. This imparts a sensation akin to a floating cloud, bringing about a dynamic shift in spatial experience through the varied design of columns.

▼花海中央的餐厅草图，
Sketch of Restaurant in the middle of a sea of flowers

▼花海中央的餐厅 – 花瓣型的结构柱，Restaurant in the middle of a sea of flowers – petal-shaped structural columns

结构其实是为了空间体验服务的。包括采用了钢结构的南京梧桐雨项目，我们想要屋顶变得很轻盈，所以我们把柱的每一个角度都进行了变化，纤细的柱子好像可以被风吹走一般，既是压杆又是拉杆结构，这种矛盾性强化了轻盈的感觉。

The structure, in essence, serves the purpose of enhancing the spatial experience. In projects like the Nanjing Wutongyu project, where a steel structure is employed, our aim is to create a roof that exudes lightness. To realize this, we introduced variations in every angle of the columns. The slender columns create an illusion of being delicately swayed by the wind. Functioning as both compression and tension structures, this deliberate contradiction intensifies the perception of lightness.

▼南京建邺区梧桐语城市微客厅，Nanjing Jianye District Wutongyu city micro living room

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教学：打开学生们的视野
Teaching: Open students’ MInd

我跟王逸凡老师在东南大四开了设计课，在课程里，我们的工作方式、思维方式，其实跟我们的日常实践并没有太大差别。学生们也需要寻找到一个idea，然后去出发做一个建筑。所以我觉得教学跟实践是相互补充、相互启发的。同时，我也很享受教学的过程。但是我发现现在的学生面临比我们当时更大的社会压力，因为现在建筑学劝退风潮非常高，所以他们要真正地把所有精力都专注在建筑学上，这需要有更坚定的决心才可以做到。

同时，我也发现很多问题，比如学生可能已经没有读书的习惯了，这是比较糟糕的。我就喜欢看实体书，但是他们现在想要了解一个建筑师或某个项目完全就靠手机了，所以他们每天获取的信息非常片段化。对我来说，想了解一个大师的作品，你必须从头到尾非常系统化地翻阅他的资料，这是学习建筑的必经过程，你必须知道前人是如何做的，为什么这么做，以及他们是如何形成自己的一套理念的。但现在的年轻人可能已经缺乏这方面的教育了，因为他们几乎没有看书的习惯了。这也可能是由于疫情的原因，学生们大部分时间都待在室内，几乎没有出去亲身体验过建筑跟空间。我觉得这是个问题，如果形成习惯的话，会非常糟糕。出去走走、亲身体验建筑，才是学习建筑最关键的方式，不然你做不出好的建筑。

I collaborated with Professor Wang Yifan to conduct a design course at Southeast University, where our working methods and thought processes closely aligned with our daily practices. Students were tasked with finding an idea and initiating the design of an architectural project. Hence, I believe that teaching and practical experience mutually complement and inspire each other. At the same time, I also enjoy the process of teaching. Simultaneously, I’ve observed various challenges, including a potential decline in students’ reading habits. Understanding a master’s work, in my view, necessitates a systematic review of their projects materials from start to finish—an essential part of the architectural learning process. Engaging with architecture firsthand by exploring the world is the most critical method of learning; without it, producing outstanding architectural designs becomes challenging.

▼东南大学建筑系大四课程主题海报，Senior course theme poster, Department of Architecture, Southeast University

新一代当然也有他们的优点，他们的视野会更加国际化，他们收到的信息也会比我们那时候更加丰富。但关键问题是你要有选择的能力，如果好的也看，不好的也看，这就很糟糕。这个时代已经变了，变得扁平化了，没有任何的界限了，如果你想成为一个出色的建筑师，你必须把自己当做是国际圈子中的一员，跟国外的年轻建筑师在同等的条件下去竞争，平等地去交流。

我跟王逸凡老师的工作室就是希望打开学生们的视野，让他们体验到一种不同的思维方式，引导他们去重新思考建筑的可能性。建筑行业现在的竞争确实是有些过于白热化了，留下来的都是喜欢的。我会跟我的学生说，如果你真的特别喜欢做建筑，你就坚持做下去。把一件你喜欢的事情作为工作，每天沉浸其中，然后得其乐，我觉得这是最幸福的事情。

The new generation undoubtedly brings its strengths – their perspectives are more global, and they have access to a wealth of information compared to our time. However, the key lies in their ability to make discerning choices. You have to think of yourself as a member of the international community, competing on the same terms and communicating with young architects from abroad. In the studio I share with Professor Wang Yifan, our goal is to expand students’ horizons, offering them exposure to diverse ways of thinking and guiding them to reevaluate the potential in architecture. Engaging in work that aligns with your passion, immersing yourself in it everyday, and finding joy in the process, I believe, constitutes the path to true happiness.

▼教学场景，teaching scenarios

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现状与未来目标
Current Status and Future Goals

我们成立6年了，每年都差不多刚好活下去，但也赚不到特别多的钱。我们在绍兴小城市，房租也比较低，不需要花特别大的成本，这也是为什么我留在绍兴的原因。

Our studio has been established for six years, managing to survive each year without significant profits. Located in the small city of Shaoxing, where rent is relatively low, we’ve managed to lower costs down, which is a key reason for my decision to stay in Shaoxing.

▼潘晖建筑设计工作室作品展，Hui Pan Associates’ exhibition

明年开春，我们将有一个新疆学校的活动中心开始进行建设，我们和中锐华东的荣朝晖和宋鹏老师的联合体也刚刚赢得了一个苏州的竞赛，明年也有落地的可能性。新疆这个项目比较不一样，它坐落在一个很大的水池旁边，我们围绕这个水池做了一个L型的建筑。我很喜欢水，因为我自己是绍兴人，我们很多项目其实都是带有水元素的。但这个项目是我第一次真正在水边做建筑。此外，新疆的规范也跟我之前做的项目很不一样，包括还要跟当地的设计院以及施工图单位合作，这对我来说是一个非常大的挑战。

苏州这个项目其实是一系列小尺度构筑物的设计，我们花了大把的时间在类型学的研究上，每个建筑都是独立的，但从整体来看，它们却都是在一个体系之下的。对于每一个建筑单体，我们都希望它能够在空间体验以及视觉效果上呈现出一种美感，也试图跟苏州当地的历史记忆、文化记忆相结合。

In the coming spring, we will begin the construction of an activity center for a school in Xinjiang. Nestled beside a sizable pond, our design encompasses an L-shaped building around this water feature. Furthermore, our collaborative team with Rong Chaohui and Song Peng from ECADI has recently won a competition in Suzhou. The design entails a series of small-scale structures, each standing independently, yet collectively forming a cohesive system. There is a potential for the realization of this project next year.

▼工作室正在进行中的新疆项目，Ongoing project in Xinjiang of Hui Pan Associates

▼工作室正在进行中的苏州项目，Ongoing projects in Suzhou of Hui Pan Associates

很多人问我目标是什么？我说我也没什么目标，如果一定要说目标的话，我希望是每年能够造一个房子出来，装置也可以，大的项目当然更好，但最好是能够造一个让我在当下还算满意的房子，我就觉得已经非常幸运了。

我们希望做更多让大家眼前一亮的、新类型的项目，这当然特别难，但这也是我们一直想要做的事情。我们每个项目虽然说有的时间长，有的时间短，有的条件好，有条件差，但是我们都会为之努力，做出一些新东西，在国际上也可以拿得出手的、具有同等学术价值的东西。好好做一个项目，做出新的特色，带给人全新的空间体验，这对我们来说应该是最大的挑战。寻找到自己的风格语言以及价值观，形成自己完全独特的对于设计或世界的判断，是我们的最高理想，我们会为之奋斗一辈子。

Many inquire about my goals, and I respond that I don’t have specific ones. If pressed, I express the desire to construct a house each year that brings me current satisfaction—I already consider that immensely fortunate. Our ambition is to engage in more projects that dazzle with innovation, introducing new types of endeavors. Executing a project exceptionally well, infusing it with distinctive features, and delivering an entirely fresh spatial experience pose our most significant challenges. Discovering our unique stylistic language and values, forming an entirely distinct judgment on design or the world, represents our ultimate aspiration. It’s a lifelong endeavor we are committed to.

▼潘晖，Hui Pan

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