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October 1, 2024
MixC Changzhou
The opening of MixC Changzhou, Jiangsu by 10 Desgin is a cutting-edge retail shopping centre poised to revitalize Changzhou's urban landscape.
    Taking inspiration from tea culture of the region, the 232,000-sq m MixC Changzhou project features a range of multisensory spaces and experiences to fulfil the evolving needs of the next generation of consumers.
    Encompassing two large wings with a centrally located lobby, the design features light, bright finishes alongside curved void edges, accented with modern recessed lighting. The wave-like shapes of the viewing balconies evoke the rolling hills of tea mountains and surrounding nature. The main atrium’s centrepiece is formed by two glass bridges that are illuminated, giving the appearance of a crystal.
    Natural light pours through multiple skylights. The daylighting roof system features leaf-shaped aluminium panels which serve as shading devices while creating distinctive patterns on the atrium floor. The South Atrium draws inspiration from Chinese metal tea boxes, framing sections of the space to curate a selection of goods and provide a unique semi-open setting for F&B tenants. The East Atrium features a series of themed ceiling patterns to create diverse visual experiences for each floor.
    The Cloud Atrium on Level 4 is created as a breakout space for shoppers, with a ceiling design that mimics when tea leaves float on water, eliciting a feeling of weightlessness. Light filled with large glass circular walls and an outside terrace. Mature trees, on the interior of the public seating, underscore the connection to nature and provide a sense of calm and relaxation.

“Every level of this project was designed to give shoppers a sense of calm and serenity from the moment they arrive, either from the ground level, MTR or the car park,” said Design Principal Lukasz Wawrzenczyk, “The design for MixC Changzhou is rooted in the local culture, and we’re proud to create a new urban landmark that elevates the quality of life for the citizens of Changzhou.”