woods bagot: shijiazhuang exhibition and convention centre

‘shijiazhuang international exhibition and convention centre’ by woods bagot in shijiazhuang, china all images courtesy of woods bagot

international architectural firm woods bagot has received first prize in the design competition for the ‘shijiazhung international exhibition and convention center’ in shijiazhuaung, china. the winning master plan and concept design aim to showcase the chinese city as a global destination for conference delegates and tourists by delivering a functional, ecological, and iconic building form in the underdeveloped coastal region.

the 190,000 m2 project responds to the existing local urban fabric and landscape with a geometric, crystallized surface that is reminiscent of the ‘broken ice’ pattern traditionally found on chinese screens. connected by a fully enclosed concourse spine, the new center is comprised of a 100,000 m2 exhibition space, 60,000 m2 convention facilities, and 30,000 m2 auxiliary spaces. the 330 meter tall landmark tower will accommodate a 5-star hotel, apartment units and office space.

view of the tower from the convention facilities

concourse spine

interior

‘broken ice’ pattern on the tower’s facade