Gaofuli Héichhaus by Shanghai Gaofu Real Estate Development

Gaofuli Héichhaus by Shanghai Gaofu Real Estate Development is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award an Sëlwer in Architektur, Gebai an Strukturdesign Competition Category.

SëlwerArchitektur· 2025

Gaofuli Héichhaus

by Shanghai Gaofu Real Estate Development

Client: Shanghai Gaofu Real Estate Development Co., Ltd.

A' Design Award an Sëlwer Winner in Architektur Category

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The Design

About Gaofuli Héichhaus

Gaofuli ass en héicht Multifunktiounsgebai zu Shanghai, China. D'Gebai steet no bei denkmalgeschützte Quartieren an dem Yanzhong Greenland, mat enger visueller Verbindung no Osten zu engem zentrale Wourzeeche vun der Stad. Den Design orientéiert sech un der traditioneller Shikumen-Architektur duerch vertikal Kompositiounen, polygonal Konturen an ofgerënnt Ecken mat ofgeschrägten a spëtz zoulafende Formen. D'Fassad kombinéiert kofferfaarweg Metaller mat waarmen, keramikaartege Panneauen. D'Ost- an d'Südsäit bréngen Dagesliicht an Ausblécker eran, wärend den deelweis erhéichten Erdgeschoss den Entrée an d'Virfaartszon op der Nordsäit placéiert.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award an Sëlwer

Gaofuli Héichhaus ass e Gewënner vum A' Design Award an Sëlwer, enger aussergewéinlech prestigiéiser Unerkennung, déi un Designe vun der héchster Qualitéit, prächteg a beandrockend vergi gëtt. Sëlwer-Gewënner si bemierkenswäert brillant a ganz kreativ Wierker, déi d'erausragend Expertise, d'Talent an d'Schaarfsënnegkeet vun hire Designer weisen. Et gëtt erwaart, datt Gaofuli Héichhaus e wonnerbart, mustergëlteg, bemierkenswäert professionellt an déif innovatiivt Wierk ass. Dëst mam Sëlwer ausgezeechent Design ass eng bemierkenswäert, bewonnert Erfindung, déi dozou bäidréit, d'Grenze vun der Konscht, der Wëssenschaft, vum Design an der Technologie ze erweideren. Gaofuli Héichhaus ass eng Kreatioun, op déi vill neidesch sinn, déi Wënsch erweckt, positiv Gefiller bréngt an Erstaunen a Wonner erweckt.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: heritage while integrating modern urban vitality. Strategically positioned near heritage conservation districts and Yanzhong Greenland, the development features a prominent eastward visual link to the city’s central landmark. The design concept harmonizes local cultural identity, natural landscapes, and contemporary living, creating a dynamic balance between preservation and innovation.
Dimensions & Packaging: Project area: 46080 square meters
Tags: Gaofuli, Super High-rise Buildings
Production Technology: In terms of materials and construction, traditional Shikumen architecture is characterized by the use of red and gray bricks, complemented by yellow sand and cement. The stone detailing on the door headers adds to the warm and textured facade. In the modern interpretation, the building facade retains this material tradition by incorporating copper-toned metals and warm, ceramic-like panels, creating a contemporary yet timeless aesthetic.
Design Challenge: As part of Shanghai's urban renewal initiative, this project emphasizes the preservation of local historical features. The ultra-high-rise plot is strategically situated near heritage conservation districts and Yanzhong Greenland, with a visual connection to a prominent city center landmark to the east. Taking these contextual advantages into account, the design concept focuses on seamlessly blending local culture, natural landscapes, and the vibrancy of contemporary urban life.
Research: The site's constraints influence the building's unconventional layout; however, the design team effectively utilizes the east and south sides of the plot to incorporate natural views and maximize sunlight for the development. The ground floor is partially elevated, positioning the entrance and drop-off area on the north side to create a cohesive street frontage that complies with safety and evacuation standards.
Inspiration: As part of Shanghai's urban renewal initiative, this project emphasizes the preservation of local historical features. The ultra-high-rise plot is strategically situated near heritage conservation districts and Yanzhong Greenland, with a visual connection to a prominent city center landmark to the east. Taking these contextual advantages into account, the design concept focuses on seamlessly blending local culture, natural landscapes, and the vibrancy of contemporary urban life.
Project Duration: Shanghai, China
Start time: 2023
Operation Flow: The design draws from the traditional architectural style of classic Shanghai buildings. Key features include vertical compositions, strong polygonal outlines, and entrance spaces that reflect the vernacular forms found in the surrounding historic conservation area. The iconic shapes of Gaofuli's structures have been abstracted, resulting in softened corners with chamfered and tapered forms. In tribute to the distinctive Shikumen-style doorways.
Team Members: Shanghai Gaofu Real Estate Development Co., Ltd.
Image Credits: Shanghai Gaofu Real Estate Development Co., Ltd.