Architecture Asia Special Issue - ARCASIA Awards for Architecture 2020
Winners of 2020 ARCASIA Awards for Architecture
Winners of 2020 ARCASIA Awards for Architecture
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HONORABLE
MENTION
Headquarter of
Shanghai Gardens Group
B-1
Public Amenity:
Commercial Buildings
Architect:
East China
Architectural Design
& Research Institute
Co., Ltd.
Location:
Shanghai, China
The design is aimed at simultaneously improving the corporate office environment and
reflecting its culture. Multiple planting techniques are embodied in the building, making it
a green landmark in the city. “Office environment” has been the keyword throughout the
design process. A vertical garden has been designed along the southern façade to address
interference, enabling enjoyment of the attractive scenery. It responds to the outside problem
on the south side, creating a transitional space between the interior environment and the city.
The building demonstrates passive energy-saving techniques and a series of visual greening
techniques, including solar water heating, green irrigation, rainwater recovery, sound insulation,
and energy monitoring.
JURY CITATION: The project illustrated itself as a good example of combining office space
with a better natural environment and creating a relaxing atmosphere for better working. The
vertical garden is integrated with the south façade of the office building, providing space for
greens, relaxing, and communication during works. It is also a good example of green building
in terms of sustainability.
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