WALL Corporation

The project was developed to create a public-friendly café space that revitalizes urban life and harmonizes with nature. The main design inspiration derives from the organic arrangement of leaves and water lilies, which overlap in a natural yet balanced composition.

The circular canopy elements serve both as sun-shading structures and as iconic architectural features, giving the project a strong visual identity. Varying diameters and heights of these circular forms enrich the spatial experience of users.

Spatial Organization
Main Entrance and Reception: The street-facing entrance provides an inviting and accessible transition into the café.
Seating Platforms: The ground is designed with multiple circular wooden terraces at different levels, offering diversity in seating and circulation.
Water Element: A reflecting pool placed between the platforms introduces freshness, tranquility, and visual richness.
Café Tables and Seating Arrangement: Circular terraces host flexible seating layouts with wooden tables and chairs for both groups and individuals.

Materials and Construction
Flooring and Platforms: Timber decking has been applied to create a warm, natural atmosphere.
Structural System: Steel columns support the overhead circular canopies, ensuring durability and stability.
Roof Elements: Circular canopy plates in different shades of green provide shade and simulate a “natural foliage effect.”
Landscape Design: Grass surfaces, palm trees, and surrounding greenery integrate the project seamlessly with its environment.

User Experience
Comfortable Shade: The layered canopy system ensures shaded and pleasant seating throughout the day.
Public Character: The café operates not only as a private venue but also as a social node for the neighborhood.
Flexible Use: The design accommodates diverse activities—group gatherings, individual study, relaxation, and small-scale events.

Design Rationale
Integration with Nature: Circular forms reference leaves and water surfaces, evoking a sense of natural calm.
Urban Contribution: The project introduces a distinctive landmark and strengthens the street-scale social fabric.
Sustainability: Natural ventilation, shading efficiency, and the use of sustainable timber highlight the eco-conscious approach.