A design sketch of the entry and reception area of the planned Duoyun Bookstore. [Photo/ Wechat: Sheshanlvyou]

Shanghai Book Co Ltd join with Shanghai Century Publishing Group to build Yunduo Bookstore at Guangfulin Culture Relics in Sheshan, Songjiang district, Shanghai.

The bookstore will be renovated in Hui-style architecture from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) and will cover 16,000 square meters.

The new store will contain various function areas. The first floor will include tea tasting, cultural creation activities and a courtyard sightseeing area. The second floor will be set up to stage exhibitions including artworks, paintings and books on history, literature and calligraphy.

The bookstore is designed on the principle of "Respect Architecture, Respect Culture, and Respect Readers". Featuring traditional Han culture, it is expected to become a new cultural landmark in Songjiang district with its combination of recreation, cultural exhibitions and reading exchange.