Boilerplate

Founded in 2016 by architect Gu Yi, **Not a Studio** has carried out architectural practices both domestically and overseas. As the principal architect, Gu Yi has **13 years of architectural experience in Africa**, where he led and participated in various projects including national-level constructions such as hospitals and schools, as well as a wide range of commercial spaces. His adventurous African experience, marked by in-depth integration with diverse cultures, has cultivated his strong perception and empathy toward environments, subjects, and phenomena. Since establishing Not a Studio, he has placed greater emphasis on creating human experiences that return to generosity, affinity, and warmth through restrained and minimalist architectural language.