hh Chenchen Hu (1986.CN) + Hao Chen (1986.CN) HCCH was founded by Hao Chen and Chenchen Hu in Shanghai in 2018. The studio observes, understands, and responds to its surroundings with boldness and imagination. By mediating and challenging existing paradigms of type, scale, material, and codes, HCCH seeks to explore and amplify the utmost character of each specific project.

Both Hao and Chenchen studied in Shanghai, Vienna, and Boston. They hold Bachelor’s degrees in Architecture from Tongji University and Master’s degrees in Architecture and Urban Design from Harvard GSD. They are awarded a 2025 Design Vanguard from Architectural Record and 2024 Winner of Dezeen China Emerging Architect of the Year.