Wangjing SOHO

Zaha Hadid · Wangjing subdistrict

Wangjing SOHO
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A fluid trio of interweaving mountains that fuse building and landscape into a shimmering 200-meter dance.

Wangjing SOHO (Chinese: 望京SOHO; pinyin: Wàngjīng SOHO) is a complex of three curvilinear asymmetric skyscrapers in Wangjing in Beijing, China, between central Beijing and Beijing Capital International Airport. The towers contain both office and retail space. Originally the SOHO was designed as a two-tower complex but due to height concerns it was redesigned as a three-tower project featuring towers of lower maximum height. One of the more than a dozen properties developed by SOHO China, the complex officially opened on 20 September 2014. The tallest of the three towers is the seventh-tallest woman-designed building in the world.

Featured in Zaha Hadid's definitive monograph, Zaha Hadid. Complete Works 1979–Today. 45th Ed.

Visitor Guide

Visitor Tip

The 60,000 m2 public park is open 24/7. Visit after sunset when the LED ribbons of the facade highlight the towers' fluid movement.

Best Photo Spot

The south park next to the water features. The towers align to create a connected ensemble that looks like a single sculpted landform.

Access & Hours

Mixed-use office and retail. The four levels of basement include secure parking for 8,256 bicycles and showers for cyclists.

Insider Note

The tapering sections were designed to provide flexible, open-plan office space with natural daylighting from all directions. Windows on every floor open for natural ventilation.

Time Needed

1-2 hours

Design & Structure

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Computational Process

Used advanced parametric modeling to manage the transition from drawing board to the 11,000 structurally glazed units. The design responds to the city's flows and transport links.

Materiality

Unitized glass curtain walls with horizontal white aluminum louvers. Interiors use low-VOC materials and high-efficiency filters to remove PM2.5 particles.

Structural Innovation

The towers utilize a reinforced concrete core with a steel frame outside. The orientation and composition are defined to direct visitors to transport hubs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who designed Wangjing SOHO?+

Wangjing SOHO was designed by Zaha Hadid. It is located in Wangjing subdistrict, People's Republic of China.

Where is Wangjing SOHO located?+

Wangjing SOHO is located in Wangjing subdistrict, People's Republic of China. Its coordinates are 39.9965°, 116.4815°.

Can I visit Wangjing SOHO?+

Wangjing SOHO is a real building in Wangjing subdistrict that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.