Changchun Aerospace Expo Togalach Cultarail by Cheng Sun, Dagang Qu and Xi Huang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Duais Òir A' Design Award in Dealbhadh Ailtireachd, Togalaichean agus Structaran Competition Category.
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Changchun Aerospace Expo Togalach Cultarail
by Cheng Sun, Dagang Qu and Xi Huang
Client: Harbin Institute of Technology Sun Cheng Young Scientist Studio
Duais Òir A' Design Award Winner in Ailtireachd Category
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The Design
About Changchun Aerospace Expo Togalach Cultarail
'S e togalach cultarail airson taisbeanaidhean agus foghlam speur-adhair a th' ann an Changchun Aerospace Expo, suidhichte ann an talamh fliuch fo dhìon ann an ceann a tuath an ear Shìona. Tha an cruth lùbte a' toirt gu cuimhne sgàil-riochdan nèamhaidh agus cumaidhean nàdarra na talmhainn fliuch. Tha planadh ìosal le àirde as motha de 18 meatairean a' cuingealachadh a' bhuaidh air an làrach. Tha mullach na ciad làir, a tha ruigsinneach, a' ceangal ris a' phàirc mun cuairt. Tha frèam stàilinn air a dhealbhadh gu sònraichte a' giùlan na geoimeatraidh lùbte iom-fhillte, agus tha craiceann aonaichte de ghlainne agus pannalan meatailt a' toirt seachad teas-dhìon airson na gnàth-shìde fhuar. Tha an làr-fharsaingeachd iomlan timcheall air 4500 meatair ceàrnagach.
The Recognition
About the Duais Òir A' Design Award
Tha Changchun Aerospace Expo Togalach Cultarail air Duais Òir A' Design Award a bhuannachadh, aithneachadh anabarrach urramach a bheirear do dhealbhaidhean den chiad ìre, mìorbhaileach agus sònraichte. Tha buannaichean Òir nan cruthachaidhean anabarrach ùr-ghnàthach, làn lèirsinn agus drùidhteach a nochdas gèinidh, gliocas agus comas an luchd-dealbhaidh. Thathar an dùil gum bi Changchun Aerospace Expo Togalach Cultarail na innleachd a gheibh moladh mòr, a stèidhicheas gluasadan agus mòr-chuimhneachain a bheir luach nach fhacas riamh roimhe. Tha an dealbhadh seo a bhuannaich Duais Òir A' Design Award na phròiseact sònraichte, urramach a bhrosnaicheas crìochan ealain, saidheans, dealbhaidh agus teicneolais gu mòr. Bidh Changchun Aerospace Expo Togalach Cultarail a' cruthachadh faireachdainnean làidir miann, a' dùsgadh dealas, a' brosnachadh cruthachalachd agus a' glacadh sinn.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- This aerospace landmark features a curved form that mirrors space silhouettes, linking cosmic aspirations to the wetland. A low-profile layout minimizes ecological impact, while the first-floor roof integrates with the surrounding park to blend culture and leisure. The structure uses a custom steel framework to realize its futuristic motifs, balanced by an integrated skin that ensures thermal efficiency and material savings in a cold climate.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The structure occupies a total floor area of approximately 4500 square meters. The building features a maximum height of 18 meters to maintain a low profile relative to the wetland horizon. All dimensions and material tolerances were managed via a centralized BIM model. The primary framework consists of customized structural steel with an integrated high-performance glass and metal panel facade system.
- Tags
- Aerospace Culture, Computational Design, Nonlinear Form, Severe Cold Climate zone
- Production Technology
- The project utilized Building Information Modeling and computational design to optimize the structure for extreme cold. High-precision steel fabrication was employed for the complex curved geometries. Advanced simulation tools ensured the integration of utilities within the building form to eliminate dead space. The building skin was developed using parametric modeling to balance aesthetic motifs with high-performance insulation.
- Design Challenge
- The primary challenge was balancing the bold "flying vehicle" aesthetic with the strict ecological constraints of a wetland site. Realizing the complex curved geometry in a cold-climate region required overcoming thermal bridge issues and structural dead space. Computational design was essential to synchronize the utility systems with the custom steel framework, ensuring that the architectural form remained efficient and functional without sacrificing its artistic vision.
- Research
- Research focused on integrating aerospace education with ecological preservation in cold climates. Objectives included minimizing site impact and optimizing thermal performance. Methodology involved site analysis and parametric solar studies. Tools included Rhino, Grasshopper, and BIM software. Results demonstrated a 15 percent reduction in material waste. Insights show that aerospace motifs can coexist with sustainable design through advanced computational optimization.
- Inspiration
- The design is inspired by the intersection of celestial silhouettes and the organic forms of wetland ecosystems. The project seeks to symbolize human aspirations for space exploration while maintaining a deep connection to the terrestrial landscape. The "floating forest" and "flying vehicle" motifs serve as the primary visual drivers for the architectural language.
- Project Duration
- The project began in March 2024 in Changchun and reached the final design stage in March 2025. The site is located within a protected wetland zone in the Northeast region of China.
- Operation Flow
- Visitors experience a seamless transition from the wetland park onto the accessible roof landscape. Internally, the flow is guided by the building's curved geometry, leading through aerospace exhibits to ecological viewing platforms. The interaction between the interior exhibition space and the exterior natural environment is facilitated by the integrated skin, offering panoramic views of the wetland while maintaining a comfortable indoor climate.
- Team Members
- Lead Architect: Cheng Sun
Lead Architect: Dagang Qu
Architect: Xi Huang
Architect: Xumiao Guo
Architect: Xiufeng Li - Image Credits
- Image #1: Creator Dagang Qu, Changchun Aerospace Expo, 2024.
Image #1: Creator Xumiao Guo, Changchun Aerospace Expo, 2024.
Image #1: Creator Dagang Qu and Xumiao Guo, Changchun Aerospace Expo, 2024.
Image #1: Creator Dagang Qu, Changchun Aerospace Expo, 2024.
Image #1: Creator Dagang Qu, Changchun Aerospace Expo, 2024.
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