2026 | Professional

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This project represents a groundbreaking commercial office building that seamlessly integrates an international vision with cutting-edge technology. Developed by a distinguished global architectural team, the design reimagines the city skyline, showcasing a contemporary and luxurious aesthetic that captures the eye. Moreover, the architectural approach thoughtfully responds to the site’s distinctive characteristics—narrow at the front and deep and elongated on the sides—by skillfully directing the visual focus towards the breathtaking distant vistas of the city. As a striking result, the building features a pristine volume defined by a full-building glass curtain wall, elegantly incorporating expansive aerial picture frames and verdant terraced balconies that enhance its visual appeal. Furthermore, as sunlight, weather conditions, and shifting light and shadow interact with the facade, it emanates a crystal-clear, diamond-like brilliance. This captivating display not only symbolizes the company’s enduring and radiant brand value but also establishes the building as a new urban gateway. It effectively combines high recognizability with profound symbolic significance, inviting onlookers to appreciate its remarkable presence within the urban landscape.
The exterior of the building showcases a light and airy silhouette, elegantly achieved through thoughtful set-back volumes and segmented stacking. Enveloping the high-level shared spaces is a massive structural frame, which not only serves as a striking vertical landmark but also symbolizes innovation and modernity. Furthermore, the intermediate floors are ingeniously designed as sky gardens and social platforms, seamlessly integrating abundant greenery and a variety of recreational amenities. This design beautifully departs from the typical closed-off image of traditional office buildings, instead creating a multi-dimensional oasis where work, socialization, and relaxation coexist harmoniously. The facade features state-of-the-art double-silver LOW-E laminated double-pane glass, which skillfully balances high light transmission with low reflectivity. This advanced material provides impressive thermal insulation, effective soundproofing, and substantial energy-saving benefits, thereby enhancing sustainability. In addition to these features, the building incorporates a tuned liquid damping system, which significantly reduces wind-induced sway at higher altitudes, thereby ensuring the safety and comfort of all occupants.
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Shanghai Xubai Technology Co., LTD
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Product Design - Textiles / Floor Coverings
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G.Z DESIGN STUDIO LTD
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Interior Design - Restaurants & Café
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Xiamen CHESLY Design Co.,Ltd.
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Packaging Design - Health & Wellness
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Cultural Affairs Bureau of Hsinchu City
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Conceptual Design - Exhibition & Events