Changchun is an industrial city in northeastern China and is regarded as the center of the Chinese automobile industry. Situated not far from Jilin University, the “High Tech City” construction site in Changchun provides an opportunity for urban development to focus on the city’s growth to the south. The owner of the site is Changchun High & New Technology Real Estate Corporation Inc.
The staggered street grids of the surrounding areas were the starting point for the design because they extend into the area and intersect with each other to form diverse building footprints. Changchun CBD designed by HENN: The three office towers are of different heights and were positioned in such a way that the neighboring residential district is not overshadowed.
The environmental conditions – the wind, the position of the sun, shade, and the severe winters in the region – were crucial for the formulation of the building masses and facades. The aerodynamic profile of the building reduces the down draughts and thereby improves the quality of life on the streets and squares.
While the facades are more firmly closed in the main wind direction, the influx of light is increased to the north and south, opening up the view of the neighboring parks. The southern section of the building project is intended for office use while hotels and a conference center are planned for the north. The aim of the office areas is to attract tenants from the fields of research and technology.
In contrast to the traditional, massive plinth construction, the high-rise buildings stand in a public space where paths and squares interlock with the surrounding green areas on a local scale. Small-scale retail and gastronomy zones are planned for public areas. The shop units extend over two to three levels and open up onto a protected courtyard area attractively developed in the form of a landscape garden.
Project Info
Architects: HENN
Location: Changchun, China
Year: 2027
Area: 449 860 m²
All images courtesy of HENN
Type: Office Building/Retail
