Time Carving

Located in the villa area of Sunhe, Chaoyang District, this project is adjacent to the Wenyu River wetland park, Sunhe subway station and an array of educational and medical institutions. The site of about 420,000 square feet will be developed into low-density luxury residences. The project is under construction and it will provide a total gross floor area of about 460,000 square feet for 150 households upon scheduled completion in the second quarter of 2023.

項目位於朝陽區孫河別墅區，緊鄰溫榆河濕地公園和孫河地鐵站，周邊教育及醫療設施齊全。該項目佔地約四十二萬平方呎，計劃建設為低密度高端住宅，項目正在興建，預計於二零二三年第二季竣工，合共為一百五十個家庭提供樓面面積約四十六萬平方呎。

Home is not just a physical space, but also a culture, a period of time, and a feeling. It is the source of people’s sense of belonging and security, and the haven for their souls. At home, we can enjoy a warm atmosphere, experience growth and change together, and learn and grow from the values and traditions passed down among family members. Home guides us in the direction of progress, gives us the motivation to move forward, and enables us to face life’s challenges with courage.

家不僅是一個物理空間，更是一種文化、一段時光和一種情懷。它是人們歸屬感和安全感的源泉，是人們心靈的寄託所。在家裡，我們可以享受到溫暖的氛圍，共同經歷成長和變化，並且從家庭成員之間傳承的價值觀念和傳統中學習和成長。家為我們指引前進的方向，給予我們前進的動力，讓我們可以勇敢地面對生活的挑戰。

Regardless of the stage of life, whether in joy or sorrow, home is always the spiritual haven of people. At home, we can find the feeling of coming home, receiving the love and support of family members, and together creating a warm, harmonious, and happy family atmosphere. Therefore, home is one of the most precious treasures in our lives, and we should cherish and protect it so that home becomes the most beautiful memory and haven in our lives.

無論在人生的哪個階段，無論是歡樂還是悲傷，家始終是人們的精神寄託。在家裡，我們可以找到回家的感覺，得到家人的關愛和支持，並且共同構建一個溫暖、和諧、快樂的家庭氛圍。因此，家是我們生命中最珍貴的財富之一，我們應該珍惜和保護家，讓家成為我們一生中最美好的回憶和寄託所。

The Beijing central axis is a line that runs through the centre of Beijing, connecting many historical and cultural heritage sites and attractions such as Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven. The central axis is also an important symbol of Beijing’s urban planning and construction, embodying the history and modernization of the city.

北京城市中軸線是一條貫穿北京市中心的軸線，從南向北穿過市區，連接了多個歷史文化遺產和景點，如天安門廣場、故宮、天壇等。中軸線也是北京城市規劃和建設的重要標誌，體現了北京城市的歷史和現代化。

Besides central axis, Beijing has a well-developed ring road system consisting of the Second, Third, and Fourth Ring Roads. The Second Ring Road is an important road adjacent to the central axis, connecting the main commercial and residential areas of Beijing with a length of approximately 32 kilometres. The Third Ring Road is located outside the Second Ring Road and connects the main transportation hubs and business districts. It is home to many important buildings and attractions such as the National Stadium and the Beijing South Railway Station. The Fourth Ring Road is an important area for the development of Beijing, with many commercial centres and technology parks located along its route. Together, these ring roads form an essential part of Beijing’s urban development and transportation system.

Overall, the central axis, second ring road, third ring road, and fourth ring road are important traffic arteries and development areas in Beijing, which have had a profound impact on the development and transformation of the city.

One of the most prominent achievements in ancient Beijing urban construction is the radial pattern centred on the palace city and the city central axis. This central axis runs through the entire centre of Beijing, connecting the historic royal buildings and cultural heritage sites such as Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven. This urban design exemplifies the characteristics of ancient Chinese urban planning, emphasizing the order and symmetry of urban space and the connectivity and integrity of the city.

二環是緊鄰中軸線外的環路，是北京市的主要道路之一，全長約32公里，連接了北京市的主要商業區和居民區。二環路沿線有許多商業中心、文化中心和住宅區，是北京城市的生命線之一。三環是位於二環路外的環路。三環路連接了北京市的主要交通樞紐和商業區，是北京城市交通的重要組成部分。三環路沿線有許多重要的建築和景點，如國家體育館、中國科學院、北京南站等。四環是位於三環路外的環路。四環路是北京市的外環公路，連接了北京市的各個區域和周邊城市。四環路沿線有許多商業中心和科技園區，是北京城市發展的重要區域之一。

The central axis is not only a street but also a cultural symbol and historical heritage of Beijing, representing the essence of ancient Chinese urban planning and architecture. The “majestic grandeur” mentioned by Liang Sicheng is precisely the unique charm and value of the central axis. The buildings and attractions along the central axis complement each other and resonate with each other, forming a perfect urban landscape.

Overall, the radial pattern centred on the palace city and the urban central axis design of Beijing is one of the outstanding representatives of ancient Chinese urban planning and architecture, with profound historical significance and cultural value. This urban planning and architectural concept have influenced China’s urban development for hundreds of years and has also influenced the development of world urban planning and architecture to a certain extent.

According to the traditional “Lung Maio She, Chong Que Tan” regulation, various altar temple buildings were arranged symmetrically on both sides of the central axis of Beijing. This is an important way of traditional Chinese urban planning.

中軸線不僅僅是一條街道，它還是北京城市的文化符號和歷史遺產，代表了中國古代城市規劃和建築的精髓。中軸線上的建築和景點相互映襯，互相呼應，構成了一幅完美的城市畫卷。北京以宮城為中心的向心式格局和城市中軸線的設計是古代中國城市規劃和建築的傑出代表之一，具有深遠的歷史意義和文化價值。按照傳統的“隆廟社、崇闕壇”規制，在北京城市中軸線兩旁對稱排列各種壇廟建築物，這是中國傳統城市規劃的一種重要方式。

In this residential design, the axis and ring roads of Beijing’s urban planning are incorporated. First, by removing the slab of the atrium, the ceiling height was increased, making the entire building look more spacious.

Then, on the third floor, the foyer, living room, and tea room are set on the axis in a symmetrical manner, adding a noble and special feeling. On either side of the axis are the bedrooms and dining room, achieving a separation of movement and stillness through the axis.

在這個住宅設計中，將北京城市規劃中的軸線和環路融入其中。首先，通過拆除中庭的樓板，增加了天花高度，讓整個建築看起來更加開闊。接著，在三樓的玄關、客廳和茶室上，將它們設置在軸線上，以對稱的方式增加了高尚、特別的感覺。而在軸線兩旁，一邊是房間，另一邊是飯廳，通過軸線的分隔達到動靜分離的效果。

The stairs lead to the fourth floor, where the foyer and resting area are still set on the axis, while the daughter and son’s rooms and James and Emma’s room are set on either side of the axis. Each room has a multifunctional space, inspired by the design of Beijing’s courtyard houses, making each room more flexible and practical. The entire design of the residence fully utilizes the characteristics of Beijing’s urban planning, creating a unique atmosphere and practicality.

樓梯通往四樓，玄關和休息區仍然設置在軸線上，而兩個兒女的房間和James和Emma的房間則設置在軸線的兩側。每個房間都有一個多功能空間，這個設計靈感來自北京的四合院設計，讓每個房間更加靈活實用。整個住宅的設計充分利用了北京城市規劃的特色，營造出了獨特的氛圍和實用性。

Incorporating the axis and ring roads from urban planning into the residential design can achieve a customized effect tailored to individual needs. Each family has different lifestyles and habits, so the space planning should be simple and direct, maximizing functionality. The design based on the axis and ring roads can be flexibly adjusted according to the specific geographical environment and site conditions to achieve optimal lighting, ventilation, and views. In addition, incorporating the characteristics of urban planning into the residential design can also create a unique cultural atmosphere, allowing residents to feel the history, culture, and style of the city at home, enhancing their sense of belonging and comfort.

將城市規劃中的軸線和環路融入住宅設計中，可以根據具體的地理環境和場地條件，靈活地調整房間佈局和空間功能，達到度身訂造的效果。例如，在北京城市規劃中，許多區域都是以南北軸線和東西環路為主要結構，而在住宅設計中，可以根據軸線和環路的位置，將房間佈置在最佳的位置，達到最佳的採光、通風和視野效果。此外，將城市規劃中的特色融入住宅設計中，還可以營造出獨特的文化氛圍，讓住戶在家中感受到城市的歷史、文化和風貌，增強居住的歸屬感和舒適感。

The pandemic has brought significant changes to the way adults work. Due to the need for social distancing and remote work, many people have had to adapt to new work arrangements and technologies. Many companies have started implementing work from home arrangements, allowing employees to work from home instead of going into the office. This has led people to rely more on video conferencing and other virtual collaboration tools.

新冠疫情給成年人的工作方式帶來了重大變革。由於需要保持社交距離和實行遠程辦公，許多人不得不適應新的工作安排和技術。許多公司開始採用遠程辦公安排，允許員工在家工作而不必進入辦公室。這導致人們更加依賴視訊會議和其他虛擬協作工具。