Innovative designs give old Beijing new look (2)

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The Beijing Design week is bringing a feast of ideas, some of which could become the next big thing to transform our cities. One of the major activities taking place is a showcase of creativity at the Dashilar Hutong in central Beijing. (bj.people.com.cn)

"You can see the divisions...a sense of depth." Designer Zhong Cuishan said.

An exquisite modern redesign of an old house in the hutong is also a major highlight. The house is only 30 square meters, but with the new re-organized, box-like interior, it feels like much more.

"There were only two rooms, but after I redesigned it there’s five rooms. The design creates more space for people without enlarging the house." Designer Zhang Ke said.

These are but a tiny fraction of the wide array of designs at Dashilar hutong, where over 80 designers are showing their stuff until October 7th.

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