Renovation of Shanghai Relay Factory by HCCH Studio. Photo by Qingyan Zhu

HCCH Studio

Shortlisted for Dezeen Awards China 2024 emerging architect of the year, Shanghai-based architecture studio HCCH.

HCCH was founded by Hao Chen and Chenchen Hu in 2018. The multi-disciplinary practice covers architecture, interiors, and public art. HCCH tries to push the boundary of discipline and norm, by exploring specific, innovative and challenging action, to inspire lasting positive environmental and societal engagement.

Recent projects of theirs include a shell-like brick pavilion in Longyou County, China, and the Twisting Tower and Spiral Station, part of the Shanghai Lingang Ecological Restoration Project.


This studio has been shortlisted in the emerging architect of the year category of Dezeen Awards China 2024.