Xinyu Yan

advisor

University of California, Los Angeles

United States of America

sports, entertainment, hospitality more

This project shows clear and bold concept-The "spider "which translates into the building's striking form – a central body (lobby) with radiating corridors (legs/arms). This gives the project a strong, memorable identity visible in both the plan and renderings. The large central lobby effectively functions as the core of the "spider," serving as a clear point of orientation and distribution for visitors. This plan layout implements a deliberate commercial strategy in a very smart way. By placing key destinations at the ends of corridors lined with shops, the design actively encourages foot traffic past retail frontages, potentially increasing exposure and impulse purchases as intended. The highly geometric, faceted design creates a bold, modern, and potentially iconic appearance. The renderings, especially the night views with vibrant lighting integrated into the facets, showcase a visually dynamic building.

Suggestions for Consideration:

-Visitor Experience Quality: While the marketing-driven circulation is clear, consider the quality of the experience walking down potentially long corridors lined uniformly with shops. Is there enough visual interest, natural light, places to pause, or variation to prevent monotony?
-Human Scale & Interior Environment: The exterior form is very distinct. How does this translate to the interior scale and atmosphere? Does the faceted geometry create comfortable and functional retail spaces within the shops and corridors? How is natural light managed within these spaces during the day (the renderings focus heavily on night)?
-Materiality & Climate Response: Clarify the primary materials (is it mostly glass/translucent panels?). Consider how the extensive use of faceted surfaces responds to climate – particularly managing solar gain and glare during the day.
-Exterior Context Integration: The building has a very strong, self-contained form. Consider how it interacts with the immediate site context (landscaping, parking approach) and any surrounding buildings or urban fabric.

This project has a very strong conceptual basis and a visually exciting architectural expression. Focusing on the quality of the interior human experience, adaptability, and climatic response will further strengthen the design.