Gaofuli Huehcapan Calli by Shanghai Gaofu Real Estate Development is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Mahuizolli A' Design Award Iztacteocuitlatl in Calchihualiztli, Calmanaliztli ihuan Tlatecpanaliztli Tlachihchihualiztli Competition Category.
IztacteocuitlatlCalchihualiztli· 2025
Gaofuli Huehcapan Calli
by Shanghai Gaofu Real Estate Development
Client: Shanghai Gaofu Real Estate Development Co., Ltd.
Mahuizolli A' Design Award Iztacteocuitlatl Winner in Calchihualiztli Category
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The Design
About Gaofuli Huehcapan Calli
Gaofuli ce huehcapan calli in miec tequitl quipia, moquetzticac ipan Shanghai, China. Inin calli moquetzticac inahuac in altepeyoyotl tlamocuitlahuiliztli tlatilanaltin ihuan Yanzhong Greenland, ihuan tlachializtica monelhuayotia tonatiuh iquizayampa ica ce hueyi altepetl machiyotl. In tlamachiyotiliztli quicui itech in huehue Shikumen calmanaliztli ica moquetzqui tlanechicoliztli, miec-tlaxotlaltin machiyomeh, ihuan tlayamanilli caltentli ica tlaxinqui ihuan tlapitzahuac tlachihualiztli. In calixco quicenneloa tepoztli chichiltic-coztic tlapallo ihuan totonqui zoquitepalcatl tlapechtin. In tonatiuh iquizayampa ihuan huitztlampa tlatzacuillotl quicalaquia tonalmeyotl ihuan tlachializtli, auh in achi ahcoquetzalli tlalpan tlatzintlan quitlalia in calaquiloyan ihuan netlalcahuiloyan mictlampa.
The Recognition
About the Mahuizolli A' Design Award Iztacteocuitlatl
Gaofuli Huehcapan Calli ca in quicuic in Mahuizolli A' Design Award Iztacteocuitlatl, hueyi tlamahuizoliztli tlen momaca in huel yectli, tlanextic ihuan mahuiztic tlachihualli. In quicuicah Iztacteocuitlatl ca cenca cualli ihuan cenca yancuic tlachihualli in quinextia in tlamatiliztli, toltecayotl ihuan ixtlamatiliztli intlachihuanime. Ca quinequi in Gaofuli Huehcapan Calli ca cenca cualli, cenca motequiuhtia ihuan yancuic. Ni dizayno in quicuic Iztacteocuitlatl quihuelitia in toltecayotl, tlamatiliztli, dizayno ihuan teknolohia. Gaofuli Huehcapan Calli quiyolchicahua in tlacah, quipaquiltia ihuan quitlamahuiztiltia.
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.
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