Over 100 architecture, interiors and design projects shortlisted for Dezeen Awards China 2025

Over 100 architecture, interiors and design projects shortlisted for Dezeen Awards China 2025
Moreprk Skyline by AAN Architects

Dezeen has announced the shortlisted projects for this year's Dezeen Awards China, which include a seaside pavilion on the remote island of Chaishan and a cultural centre sheltered by sloping roofs in Guangzhou.
In total, 120 projects by studios from 30 different cities are in the running to win awards in 23 categories spanning architecture, interiors, and design.

Architecture studios Foster + Partners, Studio Link-Arc, Atelier Xi, interior studios Linehouse, Cheng Chung Design, Yatofu, and technology company DJI are among the studios with shortlisted projects.

We have also announced the Designers of the Year shortlists, which include Atelier tao+c, Domain Architects and Benwu Studio.

Shortlists revealed last week on WeChat

Dezeen Awards China 2025, in partnership with Bentley, revealed all shortlisted projects last week on Dezeen's WeChat account. The shortlisted projects were scored by our judges including architects Ziyu Zhuang and Patrik Schumacher from Zaha Hadid Architects, interior designers Keiji Ashizawa and Bin Wu, designer Min Chen and curator Aric Chen.

All of the shortlisted projects are listed below, each with a link to a dedicated page on the Dezeen Awards China website where you can find more information about the project.

The category winners, and overall project of the year winners, will be announced live at our annual Dezeen Awards China party in Shanghai in October. This year's party will be hosted at Kimpton Qiantan Shanghai hotel.

Read on for the full shortlists:


Chu's Orange Manor Living Center by Suzao Architects
Chu's Orange Manor Living Center by Suzao Architects, photo by Suzao

Residential project

Jun Meng-  A House of Light, Shanghai, by LQS Architects
Chu's Orange Manor Living Center, Yuxi, by Suzao Architects
Habitat Qinhuangdao Phrase 2, Qinhuangdao, by Safdie Architects
Courtyard House, Hangzhou, by TEDO
Our Forest, Yunlin, by CTAA Architects Lab
YSJ4-3#, Chongqing, by Shi-Ye Architecture Design and Research Practice


Ginkgo Valley Treehouse by Moguang Studio
Ginkgo Valley Treehouse by Moguang Studio, photo by Su Shengliang

Public project (sports, hospitality and entertainment)

Lel Design Studio, Zhejiang, by Mooke&Co
Shekou Culture and Sports Park, Shenzhen, by Tanghua Architects
Lakeside Teahouse, Zhejiang, by Domain Architects
Ginkgo Valley Treehouse, Hubei, by Moguang Studio
Dong Liang Xuan, Taicang, by Wonder Architects


Shunde Yunlu Wetland Museum by Studio Link-Arc
Photo by Tian Fangfang/Arch-Exist/Alexan Deng/Guo Shiyu

Public project (arts, culture and community)

Shunde Yunlu Wetland Museum, Foshan, by Studio Link-Arc
Digital Farm Operation Center and Agronomy Workshop, Hangzhou, by Studio Dali Architects
Wuyang Cultural Station, Zhanjiang, by WAU Design
AYDC Public Art Center, Guiyang, by Atelier Xi
Hengqin Culture and Art Complex, Henqing, by Yunchao Xu/Atelier Apeiron and SZAD


Alibaba Shanghai Campus by Foster + Partners, image courtesy of Foster + Partners

Office and industrial project

Tederic International Center, Hangzhou, by Milanesi | Paiusco
TAOA Office, Beijing, by TAOA
Guangzhou North Island Creative Park Management Center, Guangzhou, by Mutual Architecture
CABR Auditorium Renovation, Beijing, by China Academy of Building Research
Alibaba Shanghai Campus, Shanghai, by Foster + Partners


Seaside Pavilion on Chai Shan Island by GN Architects
Seaside Pavilion on Chai Shan Island by GN Architects, photo by Liang Wenjun

Small project

Drop-Stop Pavilion, Wenzhou, by Aptdotapt
Seaside Pavilion on Chai Shan Island, Zhoushan, by GN Architects
3-to-1 Pavilion, Shanghai, by Temp
Slow People Soul Workshop, Yunnan, by ArConnect Architects
The Ridge – Roofing in Motion, Yunnan, by The University of Hong Kong
Desert Ark, Tengger Desert, by DesignReserve


Hangzhou Liangzhu West Coast Kindergarten by Clou Architects
Hangzhou Liangzhu West Coast Kindergarten by Clou Architects, photo by Chill Shine

Education project

Xianyang Qindu District Kongya School Renovation and Expansion Project, Xianyang, by O.A. Studio
Hangzhou Liangzhu West Coast Kindergarten, Hangzhou, by Clou Architects
The Renovation of Shekou School, Shenzhen, by Yu Architects
Yijia Building of Tongji University (Students' Activity Center in Jiading Campus), Shanghai, by Atelier L+ and Tongji Architectural Design (Group)
A 'Knowledge Oasis' Brimming with Vitality – Shenzhen Middle School, Guangming Science City School, Shenzhen, Atelier Global


Reconstruction Project at the East Entrance of Shenzhen People's Park by Reform
Reconstruction Project at the East Entrance of Shenzhen People's Park by Reform, photo by Pei Yu/Shu Sai

Landscape and urban design

Reconstruction Project at the East Entrance of Shenzhen People's Park, Shenzhen, by Reform
Changchun Jingyue Central Park, Changchun, by Shuishi
Tianlin Park Renewal, Shanghai, by Viascape Design
Ring of Starlight, Chengdu, by Air-CoLab Studio and HDEC
Qianhai Guiwan Park, Shenzhen, by Field Operations


Zhouzhuang Theater Renovation by CAALADI and Practice on Earth
Zhouzhuang Theater Renovation by CAALADI + Practice on Earth, image courtesy of CAALADI & Practice on Earth

Rebirth Project

Renovation of Shanghai Relay Factory, Shanghai, by HCCH Studio
Zhouzhuang Theater Renovation, Zhouzhuang, by CAALADI (The Design Institute of Landscape and Architecture China Academy of Art) and Practice on Earth
The Paper House, Shanghai, by Viascape Design
Koko Market, Chengdu, by CPI and Vari Architects
Xixi Goldmye Bookstore, Hangzhou, by Atelier Wen'Arch
Jing Stay, Beijing, by Atelier d'More


Shaoxing Place, MixC by Kokaistudios, photo by CreatAR

Mixed-use project

Shaoxing Place by MixC, Shaoxing, by Kokaistudios
Floating Boat-Zhougongshan Nanshuige Hot Spring Hotel Conference Centerm, Sichuan, by Big Valley Design
Huahong Metropolitan Center, Hangzhou, by Mudo Architects
Dialogue with Nature: Commune Store, Fujian, by Atelier Global
Apple Jing'an, Shanghai, by Foster + Partners


River Residence by OhStudio
River Residence by OhStudio, photo by OhStudio

Home interior

House of Borrowed Scenery, Beijing, by Atelier Jingjing
River Residence, Guangzhou, by OhStudio
Artist, Shanghai, by Yushe Studio
12M, Taipei, by Wei Yi International Design Associates
Home of Silence, Jilin, by UnderRoof Shanghai


Torisawa by the Sea by Atelier XY, photo by Wen Studio

Restaurant and bar interior

Torisawa by the Sea, Qinhuangdao, by Atelier XY
Gempot, Aranya, by Projject
Inebi, Hong Kong, by Metagram
The New Zhenjiang Shanghai Xiao Long Bao Concept Store, Shanghai, by FG Studio
Kam Pek Market, Macau, by Linehouse


Yandangshan Scenic Area Cliff Coffee by Slow Coral
Yandangshan Scenic Area Cliff Coffee by Slow Coral, Photo by Pan Jie

Bar & cafe interior

Yandangshan Scenic Area Cliff Coffee, Zhejiang, by Slow Coral
The Attic, Guangzhou, by Studio Zhuang
Ourio Coffee, Ningbo, by NDB Design
Contemporary Tea Pavilion, Beijing, by Bufen Atelier
Healing Pets, Hangzhou, by Informal Design


Lemaire Chengdu Taikoo Li Store by FOG Architecture
Lemaire Chengdu Taikoo Li Store by FOG Architecture, photo by Wen Studio

Retail interior

Kinglomo: Fresh Snack Store, Changsha, by Some Thoughts
Lemaire Chengdu Taikoo Li Store, Chengdu, by FOG Architecture
Huanya Art Space, Beijing, by Wit Design and Research
Reading Mi, Zhuhai, Zhuhai, by Panorama Design Group
The Future Ruin - Aitashop Beijing, Beijing, by Yatofu Creatives


Moreprk Skyline by AAN Architects
Moreprk Skyline by AAN Architects, photo by CL studio

Leisure & wellbeing interior

Moreprk Skyline, Shanghai, by AAN Architects
Mancave, Hong Kong, by Zinc Studio
Adventist Medical Centre, Hong Kong, by Napp Studio and Architects
Spa Room, Beijing, by Ondi
Zhejiang Xizi Hotel | Xiyuan Teahouse, Hangzhou, by Nova Space Design
A Clinic, Hangzhou, by Studio Yo-U


MAX Show Office Hangzhou by Ippolito Fleitz Group Identity Architects
MAX Show Office Hangzhou by Ippolito Fleitz Group Identity Architects, photo by Zhudi Shado Play

Office interior

MAX Show Office, Hangzhou, by Ippolito Fleitz Group Identity Architects
Modern Tranquillity: Zen in the Office | Cishan's Workspace Design, Hangzhou, by Studio8 Architects
Yixin Space Study Room, Nanjing, by Atelier d'More
The Comfort Foundry, Hong Kong, by Canter and Gallop Design
Feibo Gongchuang City Living Room, Xiamen, by Puzao Design
3J Generative Space, Macau, by Joy Choi Arquitecta and A( )VOID


Lost Villa Shengsi Huanglong Island Lighthouse Hotel Interior Design by SZ-Architects
Lost Villa Shengsi Huanglong Island Lighthouse Hotel Interior Design by SZ-Architects , photo by Mata Okawa

Hotel and short stay interior

Lost Villa Shengsi Huanglong Island Lighthouse Hotel Interior Design, Zhoushan, by SZ-Architects
Alan Hotel, Jinghong, by Funs Creative Design Consultant
Mandarin Oriental Qianmen Beijing, by Cheng Chung Design (CCD)
Four Seasons Hangzhou Centre, Hangzhou, by Avalon Collective
Anadu Pine Villa, Zhejiang, by Studio8 Architects
Banyan Tree Yangcheng Lake, Suzhou, by Yang Bangsheng


Baihua Bookstore by Tsing-Tien Making
Baihua Bookstore by Tsing-Tien Making, photo by Wen Studio

Small interior

Baihua Bookstore, Suzhou, by Tsing-Tien Making
Tree Window, Taipei, by StudioX4 Interior Architects
Another Suite, Wan Chai, by Minus Workshop
Rexon Space, Shaoxing, by ByoArc Studio
Heshì, Beijing, by Xiang Studio
Dark Hill, Beijing, by Open Edge Office


HumCustom Factory Exhibition Hall by OAOA Studio
HumCustom Factory Exhibition Hall by OAOA Studio, photo by Wen Studio

Exhibition interior

HumCustom Factory Exhibition Hall, Putian, by OAOA Studio
Victoria Prison – B Hall and D Hall, Hongkong, by Napp Studio
Desire to Fly – Idea Cloud, Hong Kong, by Napp Studio
P.art Group, Shanghai, by XL Design Atelier
Harmony Across Eras: Treasures From The Collection of The First Ambassador of Finland to China, Beijing, by IARA
The Jiangs Presents, Xiamen, by Orderstudio


Asterisk* Lighting Series by Cynics
Asterisk* Lighting Series by Cynics, photo by Justin Lin

Product design

Asterisk* Lighting Series, by Cynics
Yuan Chair, by Kirin + Lab
Niro Light Task Chair, by DKE Office
I.M. PEI Collection for M+, by Napp Studio and Architects
Loft Portable Lamp, by Shanghai Shiyinshixian Cultural Media


Aēsop Hainan by Other Matter
Aēsop Hainan by Other Matter, photo by Jonathan Leijonhufvud/Aēsop

Bespoke and collectible design

Horizon - Canvas, by KĀDNS
Other Matter for Aēsop Hainan, by Other Matter
Benboo Lamps, by Studio RYTE
Puzzle Piece, by Foolfold Design
Old New, New Old, by Max Lam Designs


Regenerated Ceramic Products by Yi Design
Regenerated Ceramic Products by Yi Design, photo by Yi Design

Material innovation

Regenerated Ceramic Products, by Yi Design
Filie Reclaim, by Chang Wong Industrial
Sole, by Yiyuan Bai
Jeans Loop: Recycled Denim Architecture for Dingge, by M-Seen
Other Matter Architectural Surfaces, by Other Matter


DJI Flip by DJI
DJI Flip by DJI, photo by DJI

Technology design

Unitree G1 Robot, by Unitree
ULED x MiniLED TV Series, by Hisense
Jomoo i60, by Jomoo
Huawei Router X1/Pro, by Huawei
DJI Flip, by DJI


Down in the Clouds by Practice on Earth and Increments Studio
Down in the Clouds by Practice on Earth and Increments Studio, photo by Practice on Earth/Increments Studio

Installation design

Down in the Clouds, by Practice on Earth and Increments Studio
Architectural Lighting Installations, by Other Matter
The Tree, YXDesigners
Your Greenhouse Is Your Kitchen, by Office for Roundtable and JXY Studio
Flying in the City, by MBRS Design and Research Studio


Sky Yards Hotel by Domain Architects, photo by Chao Zhang

Architect of the year

Domain Architects
Kokaistudios
Studio Link-Arc, LLC


Ziinlife Beijing Store by Atelier tao+c, photo by Wen Studio

Interior designer of the year

Atelier d'More
Atelier › tao+c
Atelier xy


Recycled Shoe Rubber Stool by Bentu, photo by Bentu

Designer of the year

Bentu
Benwu Studio
Ming Design Studio


Fatface Coffee Store by Baicai Design, photo by Topia Vision

Rising Star of the year

Baicai Design
Dayuan Design
UnderRoof Shanghai

Dezeen Awards China 2025 in partnership with Bentley

Dezeen Awards China is the first regional edition of Dezeen Awards which celebrates the best architecture, interiors and design in China.

Now in its third year, the annual awards programme is in partnership with Bentley as part of a wider collaboration to inspire, support and champion design excellence and showcase innovation that creates a better and more sustainable world.

This ambition complements Bentley's architecture and design business initiatives, including the Bentley Home range of furnishings and real estate projects around the world.

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