Quzhou Landmark Gemengdegebruik Torings by Xiyao Wang

Quzhou Landmark Gemengdegebruik Torings by Xiyao Wang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award in Brons in Argitektuur-, Gebou- en Struktuurontwerp Competition Category.

BronsArgitektuur· 2025

Quzhou Landmark Gemengdegebruik Torings

by Xiyao Wang

Client: Extended Play Lab

A' Design Award in Brons Winner in Argitektuur Category

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The Design

About Quzhou Landmark Gemengdegebruik Torings

Quzhou New City bied 'n visionêre stedelike ontwikkeling wat tradisionele waardes herinterpreteer deur kontemporêre argitektoniese uitdrukking. Verankerd deur twee landmerk torings langs die Quzhou Wes-Stasie as, vestig die projek 'n dinamiese en herkenbare horison. 'n Bepalende kenmerk van die ontwerp is sy vloeiende verbinding met die omliggende landskap, waar argitektuur en natuur saamsmelt in 'n deurlopende dialoog. Die integrasie van plantegroei strek vanaf die grondvlak tot by die dakke, en bevorder 'n omgewing wat ekologiese balans en stedelike leefbaarheid ondersteun.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award in Brons

Quzhou Landmark Gemengdegebruik Torings is 'n wenner van die A' Design Award in Brons, 'n hoogs prestigieuse erkenning wat toegeken word aan uitstaande ontwerpe wat gekenmerk word deur kreatiwiteit, vindingrykheid en skerpsinnigheid. Wenners in Brons is ruimskoots vaardige en opvallend kreatiewe artefakte wat die groot ervaring, verbeelding en vindingrykheid van hul ontwerpers bevestig. Daar word verwag dat Quzhou Landmark Gemengdegebruik Torings 'n hoog aangeskrewe, bewonderde en gekoesterde voorwerp is wat merkwaardig professioneel en innoverend is. Hierdie ontwerp wat die A' Design Award in Brons gewen het, inkorporeer die beste praktyke in kuns, wetenskap, ontwerp en tegnologie en is uitstekend vanweë sy aandag aan detail. Quzhou Landmark Gemengdegebruik Torings bevredig behoeftes pragtig, raak aan begeertes, bekoor gevoelens en spreek die nuuskierigheid aan.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The design for Quzhou’s landmark merges traditional philosophy with modern urban innovation. The project features two iconic towers along the Quzhou Station axis, creating a distinctive skyline. What sets this design apart is its seamless integration of architecture with an undulating green landscape, reflecting Quzhou’s natural terrain. The design prioritizes sustainability, utilizing green roofs and vertical landscapes to reduce energy consumption and enhance environmental comfort.
Dimensions & Packaging: Height: 150m. Area: 34000 sqm.
Tags: Highrise building, sustainable deign, green architecture, super tall tower, office, retail
Production Technology: Concrete & Steel structure. Vertical Gree
Design Challenge: The hardest part was integrating Quzhou's historical and cultural identity with modern design while addressing sustainability. We faced challenges in merging traditional concepts like "Heaven as Courtesy, Earth as Culture" with contemporary urban needs. Navigating strict local regulations, limited by available materials and technology, we also had to ensure the design’s feasibility across varied landscapes. Balancing these internal and external factors required innovative thinking and adaptability.
Research: Our research focused on integrating cultural heritage with sustainable urban design. We aimed to blend Quzhou’s historical identity with modern needs. Using qualitative analysis and site studies, we gathered data through surveys and 3D modeling tools. Participants included local historians, urban planners, and residents. The results revealed a deep connection between the community and their environment, leading to a design that fosters both cultural pride and sustainable growth, impacting society and urban planning in Quzhou.
Inspiration: The design was inspired by the ancient Eastern philosophy of Heaven as Courtesy, Earth as Culture, which emphasizes harmony between humanity and nature. Motivated by Quzhou’s rich cultural heritage and distinctive terrain, we seek to create a design that blends modern technology with natural landscapes. Extensive research into sustainable architecture and urban planning guided our approach, resulting in a project that honors tradition while embracing innovation, fostering a sustainable future.
Project Duration: Conceptural design
Image Credits: Xiyao Wang. Xiaohan Wu. Mou yuyangguang.