Yongchun Red Vinegar, originating from the Northern Song Dynasty, is one of the four famous vinegars in China. Despite its historical significance, it had gradually declined over the years. The project chose a site along the riverside with superior environmental conditions, aiming to create a comprehensive tourist factory integrating research and development, production, exhibition, and experience, in order to revitalize the local Red vinegar industry. The project not only hopes to allow visitors to experience the contemporary innovation of the red vinegar within its ancient heritage but also aims for visitors to fully appreciate the charm of vinegar brewed in the unique local natural environment.
In a highly constrained site, the project efficiently integrates two production lines of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology, catering to the different functionalities required for factory production and visitor tours. The design also responds to the local climate by planning extensive outdoor spaces to utilize abundant sunlight for vinegar fermentation.
Architecturally, the design echoes the traditional architectural language of the region, incorporating building spaces connected to nature, gentle double-sloped roofs, locally sourced granite and red bricks, among others. The architectural form is both traditional and contemporary, simple yet refreshing, blending into the complex cultural and environmental context of the site and merging with the local natural landscape.
Upon completion, the owner immediately ascended to the top brand in the local industry, and the project became a new cultural landmark where visitors can experience the brewing and heritage of Yongchun Red Vinegar in its natural environment.