changsha conference center’s facade employs perforated metal panels for a river-like effect
the design concept draws from chinese culture and nature, creating an undulating spatial sequence at the main entrance square.
prefer designboom on googleSCAD’s design embraces traditional Chinese aesthetics
Changsha International Conference Center in Changsha, China, designed by SCAD, showcases a formal design influenced by traditional Chinese aesthetics, employing abstract representations of cultural symbols. This approach integrates natural, architectural, and cultural elements, emphasizing the harmony between human civilization and the environment. The layout spans 212,700 sqm, featuring a distinctive three-floor structure with 60 conference halls and rooms, accommodating up to 10,500 people. The architectural design thoughtfully incorporates Chinese cultural values, creating a spatial sequence that echoes the essence of ancient Chinese buildings. The facade draws from Chinese landscape ink paintings, incorporating parametric design and perforated metal panels for a captivating effect. The roof garden pays homage to Yuelu Academy, and the layout is strategically designed for flexibility, ensuring adaptability to diverse conference needs.
SCAD adopts low-carbon, energy-saving construction Strategies
The project designed by Architectural Design & Research Institute of SCUT Co., Ltd. (SCAD) embraces a comprehensive green building strategy, aiming for a zero-carbon design and meeting 2-star green building standards. The extensive use of passive energy-saving techniques, green roofs, and solar panels contributes to sustainability. The center serves as a pivotal venue, hosting international events and significantly boosting Changsha’s global connectivity and influence. It stands as a landmark, embodying the city’s vision of establishing a conference and exhibition hub in central China while contributing to economic development and identity enhancement.
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project info:
name: Changsha International Conference Center
architect: Architectural Design & Research Institute of SCUT Co., Ltd. (SCAD)
principal architects: He Jingtang, Qiu Jianfa, Wu Yongzhen
design team: Li Qixia, Chen Zhidong, Pei Zejun, Xie Junlin, Luo Menghao, Mai Heng, Chen Haonan, Chen Zhibiao, Lin Lin, Zou Hongsheng, Liang Zhiliang, Huang Zhishan, Luo Changyong, Wu Daijie, Deng Xinxi, Liu Xiao, Wang Renyu, Su Hao, Zeng Xiance, Cao Yunye, Yang Liu, Jiang Yi, Liu Guangshuang, Yang Wan, Yi Weiwen, Cen Hongjin, Guan Baoling, Yu Yang, Guo Shijia, Huang Pujie, He Yaobing, He Shigang, Hu Wenbin, Wu Chenchen, Geng Wangyang, Fan Ximei, Huang Guangwei, Zhou Huazhong
construction drawings design collaboration/EPC: PTLANSON ARCHITECTURE
facade & curtain wall construction drawings design: Architectural Design & Research Institute of SCUT Co., Ltd., Shenzhen Sanxin Facade Engineering Co., Ltd., Beijing Jangho Curtain Wall System Engineering Co., Ltd.
landscape design: Architectural Design & Research Institute of SCUT Co., Ltd. (Scheme), AECOM Guangzhou (Scheme), CSC Landscape
interior design: Beijing Gangyuan Architectural Decoration Design Institute Co., Ltd.
lighting design: Grand Sight United Lighting Design Limited
signage design: XGX Design
clients: Changsha City Construction Investment and Development Group International Convention & Exhibition Center Co., Ltd., Changsha Guangda Convention & Exhibition Development and Operation Co., Ltd.
site area: 212,685.97 sqm
gross floor area: 169,464.25 sqm
location: High-speed Railway New Town, Changsha, Hunan, China
photography: Yao Li, Jin Tanglang
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