The design concept, “The Pulse of Time, Connecting the Future,” integrates the “lotus leaf” element of the two central buildings, mimicking the texture of leaf veins. The “ancient seawall” serves as the primary vein of the landscape, spreading outward to form a temporal connection between the past and future and an emotional link between the community, culture, and nature.

Caihe Lotus Pond Community is one of the first pilot projects for future communities in Zhejiang Province. The Ancient Seawall Park plot is located in the core demonstration area of the community, covering an area of approximately 2 hectares. Together with the community’s two landmark public buildings (the Cultural Activity Center and the Neighborhood Center), Ancient Seawall Park forms the living center of the entire community.

Centered around the ancient sea wall, the project employs sunken terrain to open and display the ancient sea wall on the east side of the Cultural Center, creating an accessible sunken space with an interactive lawn, enhancing spatial layers and flow. A greenway loop connects various surrounding nodes, shaping activity spaces with varying levels of intensity.

The design revolves around the ancient sea wall ruins, creating an outdoor museum that serves as the core of the park. Preserving the ruins with minimal intervention, the project retains the original appearance of the site. Partial excavation and display of the sea-facing side of the ancient sea wall, along with characteristic visitor routes and interactive cultural exhibits, showcase the historical and cultural significance of the ancient sea wall.