On the shores of the chinese coastal city of shandong, the volumes of a hilltop viewing pavilion rise from the lines of sight afforded by the tree-filled terrain. the planimetric composition of the trace architecture office-designed structure is drawn from the branching forms of the landscape and creates a half buried, half cantilevered building. the elevation is characterize by dynamic change so as to create an  experience centered on circulation for visitors as well as help reframe the panoramic views. walking down a half level leads to the interior of a teahouse and gallery space with artfully composed apertures. stark, white interiors wrap around the gnarled lines of trees in the surrounding woods and eventually the space opens to a viewing platform that invites in the ocean. the three viewing tubes are ended with a generous square of glazing that runs perpendicular to a rooftop terrace.