Eastern Institute for Advanced Study
Eastern Institute for Advanced Study is an interior design project for the teaching buildings of a technology institute in Ningbo. The design covers 1.5 million square meters. Each building has a distinct character. The Engineering Building uses suspended steel wire mesh and wall mechanisms for an industrial feel. The School of Life Sciences integrates plants. The Information Building uses metallic materials and interactive installations. Flexible furniture and adaptable teaching areas support an open and collaborative learning environment.
Eastern Institute for Advanced Study Build by Xin Xu was identified as an outstanding example of architectural design by the A' Design Award & Competition. Eastern Institute for Advanced Study Build received the Silver A' Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design in 2025. The A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award is an international, juried, academic and meritocratic design accolade which celebrates excellent design of residential interiors, restaurants, hotels, offices, galleries, retail stores, showrooms, exhibition spaces and more.
