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Tianjin New City Center / Archiland

舒岳康 - SHU Yuekang — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:52:00 +0000

Breaking away from "homogeneity," the new urban center integrates with its surroundings. The mutual penetration of interior and exterior, alongside the interdependence of movement and stillness, establishes a state of equilibrium, creating a new urban landmark. Designing modern office spaces requires more than just standardizing floor plans; it demands breaking away from templates to harmonize with the surroundings and integrate into the existing architectural context. The correspondence and geometric relationships between the building's footprint and the site boundaries mitigate the dead space typically found outside buildings, ensuring overall spatial harmony and unity.

Exploring: Restoration and Durability of Contemporary Exposed Concrete Architecture | 19 Completed Projects

July Shao — Fri, 12 May 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Founded in 2006, Shanghai Hetai Architectural Decoration Co., Ltd. has spent the past 17 years specializing in the research and practice of fair-faced concrete restoration and long-term protection, as well as the creation of fair-faced concrete finishes (weather-resistant Portland cement and weather-resistant white cement finishes). Through rigorous product selection, performance testing, process exploration, project application, and technological innovation, the company has successfully completed the restoration and long-term protection of 36 fair-faced and conventional concrete buildings cast across various periods. Additionally, they have completed nine fair-faced concrete finish projects alongside ongoing weather-resistance and stability testing spanning 10 to 16 years.

2021 Best Commercial Architecture

July Shao — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 07:30:00 +0000

Against the backdrop of a global culture steeped in consumerism, every aspect of our lives is being consumed. As the physical medium of consumer behavior, commercial architecture is undeniably a vital link in this consumer society. "Insta-worthy" spaces—embodying trends, spectacle, and the culture of the gaze—are a direct manifestation of this influence. Yet, looking back at architectural history, we must also acknowledge that the rise of consumerism has largely driven architectural development. The influx of capital and the keen interest of real estate developers have, in some ways, granted architects more opportunities to realize their creative ideals within commercial projects.

The Material That ‘Dominated’ China’s Landmark Buildings in 2021: Anodized Aluminum Panels

July Shao — Tue, 07 Dec 2021 07:30:00 +0000

#Anodized Aluminum Panels
In recent years, anodized aluminum panels have emerged as a prominent material, utilized across numerous interior and exterior architectural projects in China. Anodized aluminum features six key characteristics: 1. Metallic Appearance, protected by a transparent anodic oxide film, the natural, soft metallic texture of aluminum is fully preserved; 2. Workability, anodized aluminum features exceptional workability, as well as outstanding forming and bending capabilities; 3. Surface Consistency, across diverse architectural forms, anodized aluminum panels maintain a highly uniform color; 4. Corrosion Resistance, the anodization process generates a dense oxide film on the metal surface, providing superior corrosion resistance and enhancing structural hardness and strength; 5. Weatherability, the static-free surface does not attract dust, making it easy to clean and maintain its pristine, like-new appearance even after repeated washing. This ensures the building facade stands the test of time; projects completed with anodized aluminum 40 years ago still look as good as new today; 6. Sustainability, functioning as an environmentally friendly material classified as Class A non-combustible.

Design Logic Beyond Real Estate Labels: Challenge Design’s ‘Research’ and ‘Tectonics’ | ArchDaily In-Depth

韩爽 - HAN Shuang — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 07:30:00 +0000

ArchDaily In-Depth is a series of interviews with designers who have engaged in long-term practice in specific architectural typologies. Featured firms must be established for over ten years or possess a robust portfolio of completed and ongoing projects in a specialized field, along with a mature body of theoretical research. Challenge Design is an innovative architectural firm deeply rooted in the field of real estate design, with a diverse portfolio of completed projects spanning commercial complexes, high-end residential, cultural tourism resorts, luxury hotels, and cultural/artistic developments. Grounded in the "origin of design," Challenge Design prioritizes continuous research and development alongside unique innovation. The firm has won numerous international awards, including the Wood WORKS! Wood Design Award in Canada. Conducting research into timber construction within the high-turnover real estate sector, and establishing its own timber design and construction research arm, Junzhi Technology, positions Challenge Design as an unconventional firm. As such, they are the featured subject of this edition of ArchDaily In-Depth.

Shanghai Old Docks Renovation / Sunyat Design

舒岳康 - SHU Yuekang — Fri, 01 Nov 2019 02:30:00 +0000

As cities develop, their historic buildings grow old—how can we integrate heritage architecture into daily life rather than keeping it merely as a trace of memory? The Cool Docks project in Shanghai presents a compelling design possibility. While no one can accurately predict lifestyle changes over the next century, the architects sought to extend the lifespan of their design as much as possible, focusing on a deeply human-centric approach. Originally known as Shiliupu, the Cool Docks served historically as dock warehouses and a livelihood hub for local fishermen. In the last century, the site became the Shanghai Oil and Fat Factory; with industrial restructuring, the buildings eventually fell vacant. By 2007, the Cool Docks had undergone its first round of renovation and programming adjustments, becoming a well-known urban landmark. In 2019, the project reintegrated its external content resources and optimized the site layout for a secondary upgrade. Today, the revitalized Cool Docks is gradually transforming into an art park, a fashion runway, and a creative studio hub for young people. How do we redefine such a place?

Heizhugou Zen Inn Boutique Hotel Reception Center / Yanzhushe Architecture Design

舒岳康 - SHU Yuekang — Sat, 22 Jun 2019 07:00:00 +0000

Project Overview
The project is located in the famous "Bermuda of China": the Heizhugou region of Ebian County. It sits on a hillside of Didigu Village, an Yi ethnic settlement in Heizhugou Town. The geographical environment features a typical Xiaoliangshan landform, presenting a striking canyon landscape. The village is situated on a gentle slope platform midway up the mountain, while the reception center is located at the edge of the settlement. Together with the activity plaza, supporting service buildings, kindergarten, and public restrooms, it forms an important public space for the village. The site is bordered by a road to the north and a steep slope to the south, with an elevation difference of approximately 7.8 meters and an average slope of about 25%. Serving as the reception center for the Zen Inns Boutique Hotel, the building houses a reception lobby, restaurant, book bar, outdoor swimming pool, and staff offices. The hotel’s guest rooms, renovated from existing local dwellings, are scattered throughout the village, while the reception center site directly overlooks the beautiful canyon landscape below.

Wuxing District Culture and Sports Center, Huzhou, Zhejiang / Link (Shanghai) Architecture Design

舒岳康 - SHU Yuekang — Fri, 15 Mar 2019 05:30:00 +0000

Located in the northern part of Zhejiang Province, Huzhou is bordered by Jiaxing to the east, Hangzhou to the south, Tianmu Mountain to the west, and Taihu Lake to the north. Facing Wuxi and Suzhou across the water, it is the only city in the Yangtze River Delta named after the lake. Situated on the southern shore of Taihu Lake, at the confluence of the East and West Tiaoxi Rivers, the city comprises two districts—Wuxing and Nanxun—and governs three counties: Changxing, Anji, and Deqing. The Huzhou Wuxing District Cultural and Sports Center is situated in the Caodangyang area, south of the Wuxing District Government. Bounded by Jingsi Road to the east, Jingwu Road to the west, and Weier Road to the north, it is an essential component of the Eastern New Town. Planned as a cultural and sports complex, the project integrates facilities such as a cultural center, a library, and a gymnasium. The site borders Yangqian Port to the east and Weier East Road to the south, with Caodangyang wrapping around its western and northern sides.

Yuanlu Community Center / Challenge Design

舒岳康 - SHU Yuekang — Thu, 04 Oct 2018 19:00:00 +0000

I Symbiosis
Facing Yulin River, the Project sits next to Longxing Ancient Town, Chongqing, China, mirrored by rolling hills in the distance and a centralized green area. Natural landscape on the east side is exceedingly fascinating while its counterparts on the other sides are relatively ordinary.

Most Popular Chinese Projects of 2017

韩爽 - HAN Shuang — Sat, 13 Jan 2018 08:00:00 +0000

Dear architects, thank you for your dedication and hard work this year!

Guangzhou China Merchants • Golden Valley Creative Park / JLPD

罗靖琳 - Jinglin Luo — Sun, 07 Jan 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Guangzhou China Merchants • Golden Valley is our exploration of blending the site's existing conditions with its geographic context. The fascination of this project lies not in the organization of conventional functions or the maximization of commercial gains, but in the recreation of landscapes within the passage of time.