Press release Location Hangzhou
Hangzhou, a city rich in ancient poetry, has witnessed the rise and fall of countless buildings.
From the serene West Lake to the powerful Qiantang River, its architecture always coexists
harmoniously with nature.
Shangcheng, the central district of Hangzhou, is situated along the banks of the Qiantang
River and West Lake, with the Grand Canal running north-south through the area. Rich in
history, it has always been the heart of the city, serving as a vital center for the Southern Song,
Wuyue, and Qiantang River cultures. It is also home to the ruins of the Southern Song Imperial
Palace.
“River Moon,” is the first project in this series. It stands by the Qiantang River and redefines
luxury living with nature. It creates a community where people, the city, and nature thrive
together, telling Hangzhou’s story of “Riverfront Residences.”
UAP created “Moon Guides the Tide” as its narrative for this project. We commissioned
renowned British ceramic artist Matt Sherratt to create two custom artworks. These pieces
serve as a homecoming ritual, resembling the way tides return to the shore, guided by
moonlight. UAP also designed several installations along the riverbank that respond to the
moon’s pull and tidal rhythm, echoing this poetic life.
Matt Sherratt is a renowned British artist who creates fluid, meditative sculptures that invite
reflection. His works balance surface tension and interior space, creating dynamic interactions.
He masterfully combines reflective and matte finishes for visual impact.