Shenzhen
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Described by architect SOM as a "breathing" building, the naturally ventilated Rural Commercial Bank Headquarters rises to a height of 158 m in Shenzhen, China, and is defined by an eye-catching exterior, which is used for support and shade.
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Shenzhen has rapidly grown from a fishing village to a megacity home to around 17 million. To help add a little greenery to the concrete megalopolis, Crossboundaries has turned a metro station roof into a large elevated park measuring 1.2 km long.
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For its latest project, MVRDV turned a tired old factory in Shenzhen, China, into a bustling modern office. The building has been extended and modernized, and features a staircase running through it, offering access to a rooftop park.
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As 3D-printed construction becomes more common, it's being used for everything from housing to schools and bridges. Advanced Intelligent Construction Technology offers another use for the tech with what it says is the world's first 3D-printed park.
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Shenzhen isn't exactly lacking in eye-catching buildings, but a new performance center slated for the Chinese megacity is sure to make an impression thanks to its two performance spaces that look like a giant goose has laid golden eggs on the roof.
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Rising to a height of 359.8 m, the Hanking Center stands out even in the skyscraper-packed Shenzhen, China, thanks to its extraordinary form. The asymmetrical tower is defined by a detached core that allows for greater flexibility inside.
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Travelers to the planned Terminal 4 Bao'an International Airport will be able to enjoy an indoor garden the size of 40 tennis courts. Designed by Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners, it's slated for Shenzhen, China.
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Shenzhen, China, isn't exactly lacking in huge buildings but an ambitious new university is slated to measure 708 m long, or almost half a mile. The building will be topped by a green roof that hosts parks, sports grounds, and pathways.
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After partnering with Alibaba for a ride-haling robo taxi service with a safety driver aboard in 2020, AutoX went on to launch the first fully driverless pilot in Shenzhen last month. Now the company has opened that up to members of the public.
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Zaha Hadid Architects has never been content to put out safe, boring designs, and its latest project is no exception. Tower C is conceived as two eye-catching connected towers incorporating lots of greenery and sustainable design elements.
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After joining forces with Alibaba's Amap to pilot robo-taxi ride-hailing services in April, and then opening the service to the Shanghai public, AutoX has now launched the first fully driverless fleet in China's Shenzhen megacity.
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Zaha Hadid Architects has unveiled a new museum for Shenzhen, China. The Shenzhen Science and Technology Museum will offer an easy to navigate interior and feature an energy-efficient design focused on keeping it keep cool during summer months.
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