Xi'an CCBD

Lead Designers Hannah Tian, Kevin Hu

Entry Description

A groundbreaking integration of culture and technology, this project redefines lighting design for commercial complexes. Its centerpiece—the "Tree of Life"—draws inspiration from a thousand-year-old ginkgo tree, featuring custom concealed projection and DMX512 intelligent control for leaf-level precision lighting and dynamic color transitions. Twenty-nine hidden projectors seamlessly blend light with architectural sculpture.

Innovative solutions conquered lighting challenges: diffused reflection technology and adjustable spotlights illuminate unconventional skylights, while custom landscape lighting—including textured courtyard lamps and GOBO-projected tree shadows—harmonizes functionality with artistry. Multifunctional poles integrate lighting with smart systems.

Utilizing high-efficiency LEDs and intelligent controls. Through modular construction and prototype testing, the team delivered this industry benchmark in record time. More than technical innovation, it represents a new paradigm in using light to narrate space and transform urban nightscapes.

Landscape Lighting‘s every detail was custom-designed to harmonize functionality and artistry. Courtyard lamps mimic tree bark with durable metal finishes, evoking Chang’an’s ancient aesthetic. Lawn fixtures were optimized with GOBO projectors and diffusing films to cast soft, naturalistic tree shadows.

Sustainability Approach

The project prioritized energy-efficient LEDs and smart lighting controls for adaptive brightness, cutting energy use and extending fixture lifespans. Custom optical lenses in select areas optimized light distribution while reducing pollution. In-ground fixtures featured anti-glare glass and enhanced waterproofing to minimize maintenance.

Along pedestrian zones, multifunctional integrated poles combine ambient lighting, audio systems, and surveillance—reducing clutter while maintaining a sleek environment.