human body measurement system guides adaptable tea room by jumgo creative in china

Jumgo Creative and BEN MOO reveal tea room installation

Jumgo Creative collaborates with BEN MOO, a traditional custom woodworking brand, on the Chǐ (Foot) tea room installation in Chengdu, China. This project transforms an unused outdoor space next to BEN MOO’s exhibition hall into an experiential area. Inspired by ancient Eastern measurement units, the installation centers around a square with a side length of one chǐ (33.3 centimeters), combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design principles. This tea room offers an expandable and versatile space, with reconfigurable cabinets, tables, seating, and screens, allowing it to adapt to various future scenarios.

all images by Chuan He, courtesy of Jumgo Creative

Chǐ (foot) project in china revives ancient measurement units

Honoring tradition, the project by Jumgo Creative revives ancient measurement units that were once based on the human body. ‘A hand span is one chǐ, a finger span is one cùn,’  the designers note. The design aims to blend this historical wisdom with modern functionality, creating a small tea room that extends from two dimensions to three. The Chinese studio combines the warmth of wood with the rigidity of metal, incorporating a specially developed lighting system. The installation exemplifies BEN MOO’s dedication to quality and innovation, showcasing their ability to integrate new technologies and trends while maintaining a professional attitude toward craftsmanship.

Jumgo Creative collaborates with BEN MOO, a traditional custom woodworking brand

this project transforms an unused outdoor space next to BEN MOO’s exhibition hall into an experiential area

inspired by ancient Eastern measurement units, the tea room centers around a square with a side length of one chǐ

this tea room offers an expandable and versatile space

reconfigurable cabinets, tables, seating, and screens, allow it to adapt to various scenarios

honoring tradition, the project by Jumgo Creative revives ancient measurement units

the chǐ measuring system is based on the human body

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the small tea room extends from two dimensions to three

incorporating a specially developed lighting system, the wood blends with the metal

the installation exemplifies BEN MOO’s dedication to quality and innovation

integrating new technologies while maintaining a professional attitude toward craftsmanship

project info:

name: Chǐ (Foot)
designer: Jumgo Creative
lead designer: Holy He
executive designer: Chi Huang
customized brand: BEN MOO
lighting consultant: WOY Lighting

visual consultant: SAC Ci-young
brand execution: ZZ Media Space 

location: Chengdu, China 

photographer: Chuan He 

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edited by: thomai tsimpou | designboom