Hengsheng Xujiahui Mixed Use

Xujiahui, Shanghai, 2011

Area: 74.500  m²

Program: Office        36.366 m²

                 Hotel           4.512 m²

                 Retai      l 33.622 m²

Competition: Finalist

Concept: Inspired by white sails and a blue sky, the project' s design intends to amplify contrast to its context. A context full of cars, people, freeways, activities, buses, and movement. The project is an oasis and its blue and white theme carries through every detail. The bright white 'sails' of the office tower fins are in contrast to the blue glass of the office spaces. Metal spandrels at each floor level decrease glare and create a changing, layered façade viewed by thousands every day