Nanjing Tech Park Chuangyuan Tower

Chuang Yuan Tower houses many functions within a single development. This was a challenging project because of the client’s conflicting requirements. As a government building, the design must maintain an open concept that is inviting to the public without compromising the privacy of the office and hotel. There should be minimal interference between various functions. The building must also maximize its allocated gross floor area without appearing overly dense despite its limited plot size. By introducing a spiralling ‘Green Deck’, our design was able to resolve the contradictory needs of the end-users across its different typologies and enable harmonious interaction between people, nature, and architecture. The ‘Green Deck’ skillfully splits the building in two, with the office tower sitting atop a podium structure, with the hotel and its associated facilities concealed within, underneath the office tower block. As a result, the hotel and office spaces can function as discrete units. Separation of various functions by levels ensures independence and privacy while allowing for more accessibility and openness for the public. The orientation of the building carefully takes into consideration Nanjing’s climatic conditions and outward views. North-eastern winter wind will be deflected by the office tower, whereas during summer, the building invites and directs the flow of south-eastern wind through the site. The office tower’s curved façade maximizes views outward to Laoshan mountain, a scenic Nanjing landmark. The southern façade, where most rooms are situated, looks out at a vast delightful green landscape. Every detail conscientiously considers the user experience. The building façade primarily comprises glass curtain walls adorned with vertical aluminum and iridescent glass fins to maximize openness, brightness, and outward views. Iridescent glass fins on the podium create a unique and dynamic experience for users approaching the building as their hues vary depending on the angle. A rooftop garden spirals upwards from the ground, seamlessly integrating itself into the surrounding greenery, providing a welcoming communal space for public use. With its sleek, modern design, attention to detail, and focus on user experience, the project establishes itself as an elegant, sculptural, and iconic building at the heart of Nanjing Tech Park.