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Hao Zhong wins Silver at the prestigious A' Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award with Ascending Ground Community Library.

Hao Zhong's groundbreaking Architecture sets new standards for innovation and excellence, earning prestigious Silver A' Design Award recognition in the A' Architecture, Building and Structure Design Competition.

In a significant acknowledgment of design excellence and innovation, it has been officially announced that “Ascending Ground Community Library” by Hao Zhong has been distinguished with the silver award status at the prestigious A' Design Awards for the year 2026, in the highly competitive architecture, building and structure design category.

This distinction honors the remarkable design quality and innovative approach embodied in the creation. The Silver A' Design Award not only underscores the exceptional design and conceptual prowess of the Ascending Ground Community Library but also emphasizes the influential role of Hao Zhong in elevating standards within the architecture domain.

The visionary behind “Ascending Ground Community Library” Hao Zhong, has been acknowledged for their dedication to pushing the boundaries of design. A deeper look into their portfolio and philosophy can be found at their designer.org profile, showcasing a commitment to excellence and innovation.

To explore “Ascending Ground Community Library” and its groundbreaking design features further, interested parties are invited to visit the design|newsroom where high resolution images, multimedia content, interviews and translations are available for the award-winning architecture.

About Ascending Ground Community Library

Set within the historic town of Wuzhen, Ascending Ground explores a dialogue between permanence and openness through a contemporary community library. Recycled grey brick volumes anchor the building in local tradition, while terraces, platforms, and carved openings generate fluid movement and framed views. A central light filled void introduces nature and social activity, transforming the library into a layered spatial landscape that connects architecture, daylight, and urban memory.

About A' Design Awards

The A' Design Award & Competition, celebrated worldwide for honoring superior design, distinguishes itself through a rigorous evaluation process conducted by a panel of industry experts, journalists, and academics. The A' Design Award celebrates the diversity and innovation of designs across various categories. A' Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award honors outstanding design of skyscrapers, museums, residential buildings, commercial complexes, educational institutions, religious structures, infrastructure designs, landscaping projects and more.

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