Powerhouse Company's "Paper Roof" reception center has been completed in Tianjin, China
Powerhouse Company's "Paper Roof," the new design for a reception center in Tianjin, China has been completed. The form is a transparent glass block topped by a light sweeping roof inspired by traditional Chinese architecture. Photo by Weiqi Jin Photo by Weiqi JinPhoto by Weiqi JinThe roof raises 18.5 meters at its highest point with a surface measurement of 30 meters x 50 meters. The canopy is made from powder-coated steel, colored a tone intended to mimic the sky. Photo by Weiqi JinPhoto by Weiqi JinInside the pavilion, a large atrium offers panoramic views of the surrounding lake and gardens. The second floor includes offices and a viewing balcony in addition to seating areas for small and large gatherings. Photo by Weiqi Jin Photo by Weiqi JinPhoto by Weiqi Jin
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Powerhouse Company's "Paper Roof," the new design for a reception center in Tianjin, China has been completed. The form is a transparent glass block topped by a light sweeping roof inspired by traditional Chinese architecture.
![](https://archinect.imgix.net/uploads/c9/c95196d00f06cea205290e760b52ff6a.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&w=514)
The roof raises 18.5 meters at its highest point with a surface measurement of 30 meters x 50 meters. The canopy is made from powder-coated steel, colored a tone intended to mimic the sky.
![](https://archinect.imgix.net/uploads/f1/f1f84d96d6c873b5fde3adb31e385a90.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&w=514)
Inside the pavilion, a large atrium offers panoramic views of the surrounding lake and gardens. The second floor includes offices and a viewing balcony in addition to seating areas for small and large gatherings.
![](https://archinect.imgix.net/uploads/3c/3c3cb002957792c3c84a20c7b580e2f1.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&w=514)