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 | ArchDaily ArchDaily | Broadcasting Architecture Worldwide https://www.archdaily.com/ Thu, 9 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://assets.adsttc.com/doodles/archdaily-logo-feedly.svg 026CB6 <![CDATA[Wuhan Qianzishan Waste-to-Energy Power Plant / United Units Architects
]]> https://www.archdaily.com/en/1030675/wuhan-qianzishan-waste-to-energy-power-plant-united-units-architects Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Andreas Luco https://www.archdaily.com/en/1030675/wuhan-qianzishan-waste-to-energy-power-plant-united-units-architects Located in the hilly terrain of southwest Wuhan suburbs sits the Qianzishan Waste-to-Energy Power Plant. The architectural design of its main facility was led by UUA Design Partner Yongzheng Li and Managing Partner Qizhi Li. In this project, the architects engaged the entire design process with a unique perspective, exploring and presenting new possibilities for industrial architecture.

]]> <![CDATA[Nanning Shuangding Waste-to-Energy Power Plant / UUA (United Units Architects)]]> https://www.archdaily.com/en/992223/nanning-shuangding-waste-to-energy-power-plant-uua-united-units-architects Wed, 16 Nov 2022 22:00:00 +0000 Collin Chen https://www.archdaily.com/en/992223/nanning-shuangding-waste-to-energy-power-plant-uua-united-units-architects Located to the northeast of downtown Nanning, the recently completed Nanning Shuangding Waste-to-Energy Power Plant sits surrounded by the eucalyptus forest, with the undulating karst mountains as a backdrop. Seeing United Unit Architects (UUA) Design Partner Yongzheng Li and Managing Partner Qizhi Li leading the schematic design stage, and China Urban Construction Design & Research Institute responsible for the subsequent stages, a traditional niche typology of architecture is redefined as a landmark for the 21st century, with nature and industrial function reaching a balance of harmonious unification. The architectural design takes inspiration from the stunning natural context, combing the functionality and human aspect to create the next generation of waste-to-energy power plants in China.

]]> <![CDATA[Exo Towers Ruifeng Digital Finance Center / UUA (United Units Architects)]]> https://www.archdaily.com/en/986023/the-exo-towers-ruifeng-digital-finance-center-uua-united-units-architects Sat, 20 Aug 2022 23:00:00 +0000 Collin Chen https://www.archdaily.com/en/986023/the-exo-towers-ruifeng-digital-finance-center-uua-united-units-architects

In terms of function, contemporary buildings in comparison with those in the past are often faced with a higher level of uncertainties. Within the life cycle of a building, the potential for change of function and pattern of use have become the new normal state. Through a systematic approach, the Exo Towers integrates the spatial layout, structural form, building envelop and mechanical services into a whole , creating a forward-looking and universal space framework which facilitates a building with a higher degree of flexibility and adaptability.
——Yongzheng Li, Co-founder of UUA / Lead Architect

]]> <![CDATA[The Renovation of Ankang Library / UUA (United Units Architects)]]> https://www.archdaily.com/en/950371/the-renovation-of-ankang-library-uua-united-units-architects Thu, 29 Oct 2020 23:00:00 +0000 罗靖琳 https://www.archdaily.com/en/950371/the-renovation-of-ankang-library-uua-united-units-architects Project Background: Ankang is a prefecture-level city located in the south of Shanxi Province in the People's Republic of China, bordering Hubei province to the east, Chongqing municipality to the south, and Sichuan province to the southwest. Located in the old Ankang city, the original library was opened in 1984 and over the duration of time, the library building and its facilities have started to fall behind the fast-developing information age in terms of hardware and software, prompting a need for a comprehensive regeneration program.

]]> <![CDATA[Qiseshan Quarry Garden Visitor Centre / UUA (United Units Architects)]]> https://www.archdaily.com/en/943936/qiseshan-quarry-garden-visitor-centre-united-united-architects Wed, 22 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 Collin Chen https://www.archdaily.com/en/943936/qiseshan-quarry-garden-visitor-centre-united-united-architects Background：Regeneration of a redundant quarry
The Qiseshan Quarry Garden and Visitor Centre are located in a redundant quarry that ceased operations in 2017. As a result of intensive mining, the soil and vegetation in this area has been severely damaged over the years. With the environmental protection initiatives promoted by the local government and supported through investment from private capital, the subsequent ecological restoration has been on-going for several years. As a result the previous damaged land is now covered with greeneries, with a new ecological public garden to open in 2020.

]]> <![CDATA[Guoling Coast Sales Center / UUA (United Units Architects) + Beijing Institute of Residential Building Design & Research]]> https://www.archdaily.com/en/894237/guoling-coast-sales-center-uua Sat, 21 Sep 2019 21:00:00 +0000 舒岳康 - SHU Yuekang https://www.archdaily.com/en/894237/guoling-coast-sales-center-uua Located in the city of Yantai, on the coast of Shandong Province, the Guoling coast salescenteris positioned less than 50 meters from the beach. thus allowing unparalleled views of this idyllic spot from all aspects.

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