Rizhao Zhonggu Logistics Moaho oa Ofisi by Shanghai Wei Design Co., Ltd.

Rizhao Zhonggu Logistics Moaho oa Ofisi by Shanghai Wei Design Co., Ltd. is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Moputso oa Silevera oa A' Design Award in Moralo wa Meaho, Dikaho le Dibopego Competition Category.

SileveraMeaho· 2025

Rizhao Zhonggu Logistics Moaho oa Ofisi

by Shanghai Wei Design Co., Ltd.

Client: Shanghai Wei Design Co.,Ltd

Moputso oa Silevera oa A' Design Award Winner in Meaho Category

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The Design

About Rizhao Zhonggu Logistics Moaho oa Ofisi

Rizhao Zhonggu Logistics ke moaho oa ofisi o serapeng sa lipalangoang tse lebopong la leoatle Rizhao, China. Sebopeho sa oona se hopotsa sekepe sa thepa se jarileng se se se loketse ho tsamaea. Tora ena e sekwere, joaloka li-container tsa thepa tse pakiloeng holim'a tse ling, 'me li-podium tse ka lehlakoreng le leng le le leng li sekametse joaloka pele ea sekepe sa thepa. Monyako o sebelisa sebopeho se kobehileng se susumelitsoeng ke seila sa sekepe. Sefahleho sa moaho se entsoe ka lipanele tsa aluminium tse hanyetsang moholi oa letsoai 'me li bonolo ho li hlokomela. Mabone a LED a behiloe ka har'a panele e 'ngoe le e 'ngoe e ka ntle ho etsa hore moaho o bonahale bosiu.

The Recognition

About the Moputso oa Silevera oa A' Design Award

Rizhao Zhonggu Logistics Moaho oa Ofisi ke mohapi oa Moputso oa Silevera oa A' Design Award, kananelo e hlomphehang haholo e fuoang meralo e phahameng ka ho fetesisa, e ntle le e tsosang maikutlo. Bahapi ba Silevera ke mesebetsi e khanyang haholo le e nang le boqapi bo ikhethang e bontšang botsebi, talenta le bohlale ba baqapi ba eona. Rizhao Zhonggu Logistics Moaho oa Ofisi e lebelletsoe ho ba mosebetsi o motle, oa mohlala, o nang le boprofeshenale bo bonahalang le mehopolo e mecha e tebileng. Moralo ona o hapileng Moputso oa Silevera oa A' Design Award ke mohopolo o hlokomelehang haholo le o ratoang o tlisang molemo mme o sutumelletsang meeli ea bonono, mahlale, moralo le theknoloji. Rizhao Zhonggu Logistics Moaho oa Ofisi ke mosebetsi oo batho ba bangata ba o lakatsang, o tsosang litakatso, o tlisang maikutlo a matle le o tsosetsang ho makala le ho hlolla.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: Situated in a coastal logistics park in Rizhao, China, this building serves as the central complex. Its architectural form creatively resembles a large cargo ship, fully loaded and ready to embark, aligning with its functional and geographical attributes and visually representing the deep connection between the structure and the culture of shipping and logistics. Its distinctive design makes it one of the most recognizable landmarks within the park and along the coastal area.
Dimensions & Packaging: 10000 square meters
Tags: Architecture, Logistics, Shipping, Mimicry, Landmark Design, Coastal Adaptation
Production Technology: Positioned along the Yellow Sea coast, the facade is constructed with metal aluminum panels to withstand the high salt fog, ensuring corrosion resistance and ease of maintenance. The third and ninth floors feature fully enclosed glass curtain walls, as if the tower were floating in the air, presenting an aesthetic of lightness.
Design Challenge: Standing at approximately 50 meters tall and situated roughly one kilometer from the Yellow Sea shoreline, the relatively modest height and coastal distance somewhat diminish its visual impact along the waterfront. To address this, the design team incorporated LED lighting elements within each exterior panel, enhancing the nocturnal presence and ensuring its prominence in long range views.
Research: The entrance features a sail inspired curved design that offers a harmonious contrast to the linear elements and conveys symbolic significance. When viewing the building as a massive vessel prepared for maritime journey, the curved façade represents smooth sailing ahead, embodying optimistic prospects and aspirations.
Inspiration: The design concept investigates the coastal geographical features of the park alongside its focus on maritime container logistics. The architectural design is inspired from cargo ships ready for departure, and the tower square shape looks like a stack of containers, symbolizing a full cargo load. The podiums on either side of the structure feature an inclined design reminiscent of a freighter bow, emphasizing the shipping industry' characteristics and harmonizing with the surrounding.
Project Duration: Construction commenced in March 2023 and wrapped up in October 2024 in the same city.
Operation Flow: The ninth floor serves as the core center, functioning as the coordination hub and business negotiation space. Positioned at an elevated height with panoramic views, it mirrors a vessel bridge, creating a seamless blend of functionality and visual aesthetics. The distinctive positioning and architectural design enhance the space's commanding presence, subtly instilling a sense of leadership in visitors.
Patents: Shanghai Wei Design Co.,Ltd
Team Members: Wei Liang
Image Credits: Shanghai Wei Design Co.,Ltd