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Library of the Chinese University of Hong Kong’s Shenzhen Campus / Wang Weijen Architecture

Collin Chen — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 23:00:00 +0000

The library design for the Chinese University of Hong Kong’s Shenzhen Campus reconsiders the typical university library in China by breaking the six-story volume into two three-story C-shape volumes, stacked and re-oriented to connects with the adjacent landscape.

Valley Retreat / Wang Weijen Architecture

Paula Pintos — Tue, 12 Jan 2021 23:00:00 +0000

Xiaoyouhe Valley is a narrow river valley located at the foothills of Wangwu Mountain in Jiyuan, China. The natural ecology and agricultural settlements are still visible in the valley. To promote local cultural tourism, the design of the Valley Retreat rethinks the role that tourist facilities play in such an environment by integrating natural topography, vernacular building types, and rammed earth construction techniques. The subsequent design transforms abandoned farmland into an ecological and cultural retreat.

Chinese University of Hong Kong / Wang Weijen Architecture + Rocco Design Architects Associates + Gravity Partnership

Andreas Luco — Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK SZ) brings the global perspective and academic excellence to the city Shenzhen – China’s rapidly-growing innovation and tech hub. Situated in the natural reserve area of Tong Gu Hill, the campus houses multiple teaching and research facilities, student residences, administrative offices, and recreation facilities that serve 7000 students. Rocco Design Architects Associates developed a masterplan and comprehensive design that not only serves the needs of faculty, students, and staff, but also creates a sustainable, community-oriented learning environment that reflects the dynamic and collaborative spirit of Shenzhen.

Hong Kong Polytechnic University Community College / Wang Weijen Architecture+Architecture Design and Research Group+AGC Design

Javier Gaete — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 01:00:00 +0000

As part of a series of design exploration by the architect on re-inventing the courtyard typology for high-density urban context, the architecture of this 20 stories-high urban campus seeks for innovative ways to develop podium and tower typology. While the tower design explores alternative approaches to typical lift-dominated model of vertical buildings, the podium is also articulated into levels of terraces cascading along the main pedestrian path.

Baisha Wan Beach and Visitor Centre / Wang Weijen Architecture

Javier Gaete — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 01:00:00 +0000

Working with the contours along the landscape terrain, the design response to the strong wind and sand in winter, as well as the intense sunlight in summer.

Xixi Wetland Art Village / Wang Weijen Architecture

Diego Hernández — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000

The site sits on three narrow strips of land opens to water views both in their front and back, provoking our senses toward mountain, water, sky and the field.Different situations of landform lead to possibilities of shaping various linear landscape experiences.