千塘之鄉的桃園，擁有無數的水資源，然而隨著都市發展變遷，水資源污染問題漸漸浮上水面⋯⋯
在埤塘湖畔旁，陽光灑落照映著蓮花池如同莫內的花園般，波光粼粼。在這裡，將打造一處以蓮花淨水植物作為生產線的一線式餐飲空間，水資源再利用達到永續發展的同時享受視覺及味蕾的饗宴。
為改善桃園埤塘水質污染問題利用埤塘的灌溉功能及從農場到餐桌的概念設計一間餐廳，透過種植可淨化水的水生植物改善並再利用埤塘水源，達到永續循環；同時也將自然引入空間中，希望藉此加強社區與埤塘的聯繫並增加埤塘商業價值，以利其於都市中生存下來。空間全區操作以淨水再循環利用及蓮花為核心重點，將空間轉變爲一線式餐飲空間，在其中遇見蓮花、了解蓮花及體會蓮花。而我們希望透過農場到餐桌的方式將情感共鳴帶至餐桌上，感受不同蓮花的生命力。以花開花閉的形式去敘說空間設計，從初遇蓮花以花苞呈現於展示櫃，人們可以於埤塘步道平台上觀賞及摘採蓮花外，可以對整體空間有初步的認識，上到二樓知悉場域會有農場作物的展示台再到中間同心圓綻放的位置觀察水道上的蓮花，並且在二樓品嚐自行採集作物製成的餐點，讓人們更能了解其核心理念，三樓的部分是屬於比較私密的包廂環境，中間的展示空間有著淨化水質及農場到餐桌相關展品，可以了解這些理念後明白這些理念可以應用於別處，四樓最後是共鳴空間，場域較為安靜，在喝茶觀賞風景的同時也能對於這個空間有著不一樣的感受，使其能與空間產生情感連結。
利用不同開口形式引導人們感受蓮花花開至花閉的生命力。由一樓至四樓分別是：含苞待放、花盛開、花即將閉及花閉闔。含苞待放及閉闔的開口以間接、不直射的開窗手法為主，營造幽微光線透過縫隙撒入的景象。花即將開/閉則是天窗加上斜面的形式，讓進入空間的光線增加卻又並非完全進入。花盛開使用了大片落地窗及天窗，將花瓣舒展開的形式利用陽光呈現於空間中。將概念利用光線具象化於空間中，並營造不同開窗的趣味性。
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Welcome to the Land of a Thousand Ponds—Taoyuan.
Taoyuan is rich in water resources, but with urban development, water pollution has become an increasing concern.
Here by the pond, sunlight dances on the lotus pool, creating a shimmering scene reminiscent of Monet’s garden. This is the inspiration for our space—a one-of-a-kind dining experience that uses lotus plants, known for purifying water, as a central element. It’s a place where sustainability meets beauty, and where you can enjoy both a feast for the eyes and the palate.
To help improve water quality in Taoyuan’s ponds, this restaurant embraces the farm-to-table concept. We grow aquatic plants that help clean the water, creating a sustainable loop that reuses pond water. At the same time, we bring nature into the space, strengthening the connection between the community and the pond, and adding value to help these traditional ponds survive in a modern city.
This space centers around two ideas: water purification and the lotus. As you move through it, you’ll encounter lotus flowers in different forms—see them, learn about them, and taste their essence in dishes made from locally grown ingredients.
We also tell the story of the lotus through our architectural design, inspired by the lotus's life cycle:
On the first floor, you’ll find budding lotus flowers on display—this is your first encounter. Stroll along the pond-side platform, where you can observe and even pick lotus flowers.
On the second floor, we showcase farm crops and let you experience the lotus in full bloom, in a circular space that opens up like a flower. You can also enjoy dishes made with ingredients you've just seen.
The third floor offers more private dining rooms and a central exhibit that explains how water purification and farm-to-table concepts work—and how they can be applied elsewhere.
The fourth floor is our quietest space, designed for reflection. Here, you can enjoy tea and the view, and connect with the deeper meaning behind this space.
Now, look closely at the architecture. The windows and lighting throughout the building change to reflect the lotus flower's journey:
Budding and closing stages use small, indirect openings for soft, filtered light.
Just before blooming or closing, skylights and sloped ceilings create gentle, controlled lighting.
And when the lotus is in full bloom, large floor-to-ceiling windows and skylights let the sun pour in—bringing the flower’s energy into the space.
Through this journey, we hope you not only learn about sustainable design and water reuse, but also form an emotional connection with the space—just like we have with the lotus.
