DESIGN NAME: Sunac Chongqing A One Commercial
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Mixed Use Retail
INSPIRATION: The project is envisioned to be a “City in the Clouds” with the “clouds” being interpreted as the podium, which brings together the complexities of various functions behind a combination of horizontal metal lines and ultra clear glass, creating a backdrop of light, shadows, reflections that changes throughout the day. A “city living room” has also been created in between the skyscrapers and the podium, forming a vibrant green yard.
UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A One is Chongqing’s future landmark, embracing energy, arts and prosperity. Located in the heart of Chongqing’s financial district, the project is surrounded on three sides by parks with a commanding 270 degree view of the river.
OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: As the landmark of Chongqing’s future, A One will be the standard for further urban development and while being the new heart of finance.
PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: The project started in September 2018, located in Jiangbeizui,Chongqin City,China.
FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Architecture, Building and Structure Design
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PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: The Northern and Eastern sides of the podium used a large overhang structure to form an urban disheartened space, horizontal metal lines and stripes of colored glazed glass were used adding light effect to form a flowing, rich and exquisite effect.
SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Site Area :29,126 m2;
Retail: 40,850 m2 (Including 6,500 m2 below grade);
Hotel Amenities: 6,100 m2 (Including 3,700 m2 below grade)
TAGS: TOD, landmark, mixed-use, courtyard, city in the clouds
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CHALLENGE: AICO has been tasked with the design of the podium, which serves as the foundation and unifier of the project. The design of this ambitious project is an international ensemble consisting of AICO and the world’s leading architecture design firms. Together we will bring 4 skyscrapers and a commercial podium above the metro line 6 to the world.
ADDED DATE: 2020-06-23 04:09:52
TEAM MEMBERS (7) : Rudan Ye, Mingjie Yang, Guogui Zhu, Jianhua Zhu, Siwei Su, Yuwei Chen and He Yu
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