On Cloud Nine

《Tai Xuan Sutra》mentioned, there are nine levels of the sky. And there are nine flavors served in this hotpot restaurant. After passing the entrance, running water falls down from the ceiling, the circular tubes with hand drawing like the subtle gradation of clouds develop parallelly. The stage effect lights project the name of restaurant onto circular tube curtains. The contrast of light and shade create the view of wreathed mist, establishing the scenic theme and conception. The Chinese ancient literati made great ambitions when they were young, they carried heavy book boxes, walked a long distance to the metropolis, and joined competitions one after another to pursue high-ranking position. Not only chase the reputation and wealth, but also hope to feedback their hometowns. The designer turns the figure of book box into the compartments and pendant lamps. Qin and Han dynasties, people used a special pot called “Fu” to cook, “Fu” was hanged on the cooking stove. “Fu” is a symbol of ancestors’ wisdom, which inspired the designer. The designer transformed the figure of “Fu” into the pendant lamps. The wooden curtains are able to descend and rise, the curtains can separate guests between different tables, but if there is a crowd, two boxes will be merged as one. The Chinese regards the dragon as a sacred animal, the nation worships dragons for centuries. Legend has it that dragons have variable appearance. The designer interprets the image of dragons with a new way.