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About C.U.L.T.Architects…

Our Practice

C.U.L.T.Architects is a well established firm, operating since 2011, with the aspiration to provide customized quality services rather than off the-shelves products. C.U.L.T.Architects was founded with the aim of improving the quality of our built and living environment.

Our focus is to combine local and international expertise in response to the developing Chinese market and the increasing demand for high quality design and sophisticated solutions.

Our Philosophy

A collaborative process between architect, client, potential users, and consultants generates a diversity of design responses unique to the project opportunities and goals. An open process starts with a shared vision crafted through intense and focused dialogue at the outset of the project. An integrated team and a holistic approach with continuous dialogue are essential for the success of the project.

The ultimate goal for each project we undertake is to create a unique destination. We believe that welcoming, inspiring and memorable experiences are complimentary to solving the business needs of our clients, while providing enduring value to their property and enhancing the performance and perception.

C.U.L.T.Architects stands for a holistic design approach & methodology and the benefits it brings to each project in terms of social and economic values.

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“Society needs a good image of itself.
 That is the job of the architect.”

Our Core Team

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Marc Zimmermann

Principal Architect & Partner

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Kan Dong

Partner

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Sun Shan

Senior Architect

Daniel Hou

Senior Architect

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Email:
zimmermann@cult-architects.com

Email:
zimmermann@cult-architects.com

Marc Zimmermann

Partner & Principal Architect
BA(Hons) DipArch ARB

Before starting his architectural studies Marc learned the carpentry craft, for which, after the three years training period he received his journeyman’s certificate. In addition he completed a course to receive a qualification as Assistant to Works Manager (Construction). Marc studied architecture and design at the University of Applied Science of Constance (Germany). Following the first part of his studies Marc worked as project and construction manager for the company BDS-Universal-Bau on a variety of projects ranging from industrial buildings to new housing schemes.

In 2002 he moved to London, where he continued studying for his Bachelor Degree and Diploma at the University of Greenwich. At that time, Marc became a qualified architect (ARB) and being elected as RIBA chartered member. Over the 25 years in architectural practice, he worked in the sectors of mix-used, commercial, residential, educational, health care, hotels, banks, etc. covering the phases from initial concept to completion.

In 2009 Marc came to Shanghai to contribute his professional expertise and managerial skills in various projects such as the German-Chinese House for the Expo 2010, a “Zero Carbon Emission” office building for a high profile international company and the Shanghai Suhewan urban masterplan.

In 2011 Marc and his Chinese partner Kan Dong set up their own architectural design company C.U.L.T.Architects with the cooperation of various Chinese and foreign partners to combine local and international expertise in response to the developing Chinese market and the increasing demand for high quality design and sophisticated technological application within the architecture and construction sector. Over the last years Marc successfully accomplished projects in the fields of interior design, architecture, masterplanning and brand design in the commercial, F&B, office and public sectors. In addition Marc is valued by his cooperation partners and clients for his consultation services.

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Email:
kan.dong@cult-architects.com

Email:
kan.dong@cult-architects.com

Kan Dong (Gracie)

Partner

Gracie originally comes from Jilin (China) and graduated from the Northeast Normal University in Changchun in 2006. She used to work for the Shangrila Group as marketing manager for the F&B department. Subsequently, she had the position of CEO assistant and marketing manager of the American Game company Blade 3D.

In 2009, Gracie joined Chapman Taylor one of the leading commercial architecture design company, as the Shanghai’s office manager and marketing manager. She gained an extensive experience in marketing over the last 10 years dealing with different industries and clients.

In 2011, Gracie and Mr. Marc Zimmermann started their own architecture design firm C.U.L.T.Architects in Shanghai. She lead her international design team to successfully accomplished numerous projects, for instance, Jinan west train station east square south mix-used commercial, Huai’an Yifeng time square, Shanghai Wujiaochang underground shopping center, Guangdong Shunde Furniture Center, Zhuhai Cuiwei elementary school, Zhuhai No.5 middle school and Zhuhai No.11 elementary school,etc..

Our Methodology - Holistic Design Approach

Our Methodology

Design That Goes Beyond The Problem

We embrace a holistic approach to design. We believe that the success of architecture lies not only in aesthetics, but in the implementation of an integrated process. This process is predicated on an equal understanding and consideration of all aspects of buildings and their systems, site and landscape.

This approach provides for the best integration of all building systems and components and is the key for a successful high performance and high value building.

These principles underpin our work:

Innovation…………. to develop original work.

Research…………… to create successful solutions.

Collaboration……… to achieve the best.

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