Quzhou Landmark Túir Ilúsáide by Xiyao Wang

Quzhou Landmark Túir Ilúsáide by Xiyao Wang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award in Dearadh Ailtireachta, Foirgníochta agus Struchtúir Competition Category.

Cré-umhaAiltireacht· 2025

Quzhou Landmark Túir Ilúsáide

by Xiyao Wang

Client: Extended Play Lab

Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award Winner in Ailtireacht Category

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The Design

About Quzhou Landmark Túir Ilúsáide

Cuireann Cathair Nua Quzhou forbairt uirbeach fhísiúnach i láthair a athléiríonn luachanna traidisiúnta trí léiriú ailtireachta comhaimseartha. Le dhá thúr shonracha mar ancaire feadh ais Stáisiún Iarthar Quzhou, bunaíonn an tionscadal spéirlíne dhinimiciúil inaitheanta. Gné shainmhínitheach den dearadh is ea a nasc líofa leis an tírdhreach máguaird, áit a dtagann ailtireacht agus nádúr le chéile in idirphlé leanúnach. Síneann comhtháthú na glasraí ón leibhéal talún go dtí na díonta, rud a chothóidh timpeallacht a chuireann cothromaíocht éiceolaíoch agus inmhaireachtáil uirbeach chun cinn.

The Recognition

About the Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award

Bhuaigh an dearadh Quzhou Landmark Túir Ilúsáide Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award, aitheantas an-ghradamach a bhronntar ar dhearaí sármhaithe a mbíonn cruthaitheacht, aireagacht agus géarchúis mar shaintréithe acu. Is déantúsáin ghlic agus chruthaitheacha go suntasach iad buaiteoirí Cré-umha a dhearbhaíonn taithí fhairsing, samhlaíocht agus acmhainneacht a ndearthóirí. Táthar ag súil go mbeidh an dearadh Quzhou Landmark Túir Ilúsáide ina rud a bhfuil an-mheas air, a n-ardaítear agus a ghráitear, atá thar a bheith gairmiúil agus nuálach. Ionchorpraíonn an dearadh seo a bhuaigh Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award na cleachtais is fearr san ealaín, san eolaíocht, sa dearadh agus sa teicneolaíocht, agus tá sé sármhaith as a aird ar mhionsonraí. Sásaíonn an dearadh Quzhou Landmark Túir Ilúsáide riachtanais go hálainn, bainíonn sé le mianta, cuireann sé draíocht ar mhothúcháin agus tarraingíonn sé fiosracht.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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.