Blossoms (WHU 1893)

The project's design draws inspiration from an otherwise overlooked aerial view of Wuhan University's campus, capturing its essence as a composition of sweeping blue roofs, lush greenery, and blossoming trees. The overarching concept, “Blossoms,” encapsulates this vision, aiming to represent a microcosm of the larger campus within the visitor center’s design.

The project unfolds across three distinct sections, each with its unique character and purpose. The Main Hall, housed in the project's oldest building, serves as a vibrant hub with study areas, a shop, and a café/bar. Adjacent to this historic core, the Transition Zone links the Main Hall to the slightly newer Alumni Center, bridging the architectural evolution over the years. Drawing inspiration from the blossom field, each section's design embodies specific floral motifs, offering a diverse palette of responses to the existing historical architecture.