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Celine BORY, Architect - [email protected]

2002-2014

PORTFOLIOPORTFOLIO

Celine BORY, Architect - [email protected] BORY, Architect - [email protected]

2002-20142002-2014

Jining Cultural CenterLocation: Jining, China

site area: 53,5 haGFA: 567,000 sqm international competition

Jining culture center, located North East of the Bei Hu Lake.Th is project focused on the urban design (planned area 53.5 ha, 800mu) of a new commercial center and the architectural design of four cultural centers. Th e new commercial facilities included spaces specially designed for F&B, Cinema and Bookstores. Th e new cultural facilities include a city library, public art gallery, municipal heritage museum, and city art museum. Th e total gross fl oor area encompassed 567,000sq.m for phase 1 & 2. Th e design provides a comprehensive layout that considers function, usage and a careful integration of the natural environment.

Studio: Logon

2014

Jining culture center, located North East of the Bei Hu Lake.Th is project focused on the urban design (planned area 53.5 ha, 800mu) of a new commercial center and the architectural design of four cultural centers. Th e new commercial facilities included spaces specially designed for F&B, Cinema and Bookstores. Th e new cultural facilities include a city library, public art gallery, municipal heritage museum, and city art museum. Th e total gross fl oor area encompassed 567,000sq.m for phase 1 & 2. Th e design provides a comprehensive layout that considers function, usage and a careful integration of the natural environment.

Th e site is divided into two areas, each with distinctly diff erent at-mospheres: the west side being a plaza with high-rises; the east side featuring low offi ce buildings within a small park. Taking cues from existing commercial facilities along the east – west axis, a belt of three-storey-high retail facilities were in-tegrated to run along the main road. Th is design accommodates an active and vibrant street, while the main plaza off ers a collection of quiet places for resting, such as cafes and outdoor seating. Th e eastern half of the offi ce park provides a calm and pleasant working environment while off ering an accessible exten-sion of the green belt and canal side.

Th e skyline aims to take advantage of the good visibility of the plot from the highway by placing the landmark and the highest build-ings on the west side of the plot.

Offi ce , commercial & S/aptLocation: Shanghai, China

Site area: 50 000 sqmGFA: 125 000 sqm Preliminary design

Th e site is divided into two areas, each with distinctly diff erent at-mospheres: the west side being a plaza with high-rises; the east side featuring low offi ce buildings within a small park. Taking cues from

Th e skyline aims to take advantage of the good visibility of the plot from the highway by placing the landmark and the highest build-ings on the west side of the plot.

Studio: Logon

2014

Boutique Offi ce Location: Changchun, China

Site area: 1300 sqmGFA: 8 640 sqm Completion: 2015

Th is project aims to reposition and modernize 659 Fengyang Road in Shanghai, an out-of-date 10-storey building erect-ed in the 1990s. Th e design proposal introduces a dynamic style through the integration of the sloping façade, an ele-ment that emphasizes the corner offi ce entrances as well as the showroom shop windows.

At the base are showrooms and serviced offi ces while the upper part accommodates loft -style offi ce spaces. Th e height of the south facade remains the constant in order to reduce its visual impact from Nanjing road. Meanwhile, the facade is raised on the north side in order to integrate the existing staircase and water tank, thus creating a dynamic skyline.

Th is division of the façade creates two diff erent perceptions of the building. A more open close-range facade for the showrooms and the building access on the fi rst fl oors and a remote-eff ect facade design on the top fl oors. With this ap-proach the facade is used as an extra signage element for the building itself while taking into account its inner functions.

Studio: Logon

2013

Th is project aims to reposition and modernize 659 Fengyang Road in Shanghai, an out-of-date 10-storey building erect-ed in the 1990s. Th e design proposal introduces a dynamic style through the integration of the sloping façade, an ele-ment that emphasizes the corner offi ce entrances as well as the showroom shop windows.

At the base are showrooms and serviced offi ces while the upper part accommodates loft -style offi ce spaces. Th e height of the south facade remains the constant in order to reduce its visual impact from Nanjing road. Meanwhile, the facade is raised on the north side in order to integrate the existing staircase and water tank, thus creating a dynamic skyline.

Th is division of the façade creates two diff erent perceptions of the building. A more open close-range facade for the showrooms and the building access on the fi rst fl oors and a remote-eff ect facade design on the top fl oors. With this ap-proach the facade is used as an extra signage element for the building itself while taking into account its inner functions.

Lujiazui Residential ComplexLocation: Shanghai China

Site area;: 16 000 sqmGFA: 40 000 sqm International Competition, Winner

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Studio: Logon

2012

CB

Qiantan 39-01# plot (residential) Shanghai Lujiazui Residential master plan & architectural design前滩39-01#地块(住宅地块)上海陆家嘴住宅总体规划与建筑设计

south facade with stone cladding and aluminium window frames 石材幕墙南立面和铝合金窗框 stone cladding 石材幕墙

stone cladding 石材幕墙


facade bay study 立面材料研究 facade material detail 1:1 立面材料细节1:1

60mm dark grey

aluminium window frame 60毫米深灰色铝窗框

2mm dry joint 2毫米干接点


Completion: 2015

Lujiazui Residential ComplexLocation: Shanghai China

Site area;: 16 000 sqmGFA: 40 000 sqm

B+C combinaison of the previous competition

Th is eco-friendly compound de-sign follows the competition Logon won in a previous stage. Th e client, interested in 2 of the schemes we presented, asked us to merge the B and C options in the fi nal version. Th e work has consisted in combin-ing the master plan of C and the facades of B option in 1 scheme. Th e four towers are arranged on-site in such a way that all the residential units have a south orientation. Th is situation also gives most of the future tenants a near 360-degree fi eld of view.To break down the massive high-rise forms they are slightly bent and a gap is introduced to divide the area.

Studio: Logon

2013

Th is eco-friendly compound de-sign follows the competition Logon won in a previous stage. Th e client, interested in 2 of the schemes we presented, asked us to merge the B and C options in the fi nal version. Th e work has consisted in combin-ing the master plan of C and the facades of B option in 1 scheme. Th e four towers are arranged on-site in such a way that all the residential units have a south orientation. Th is situation also gives most of the future tenants a near 360-degree fi eld of view.To break down the massive high-rise forms they are slightly bent and a gap is introduced to divide the area.

Th e whole project begins from Th e Highway to the east, at a distance of 1 km, along an important artery to the new city centre. Th e complex is settled between a residential area on the north and a public green belt, which pro-tects it from the traffi c of Chongchuan on the south. Divided into 3 plots, it consists in 105 000 sqm of R&D and other facilities, and 10 000 sqm of retail. Th e R&D part is composed of 8 buildings all settled in a green landscape.Th e highest building on the eastern plot, facing the adjacent park, cre-ates a visible landmark from Chongchuan road and Tongqi highway.

Offi ce, Commercial & S/AptLocation: Nantong, China

Site area: 62 000 sqmGFA: 180 000 sqm Completion: 2015

Th e whole project begins from Th e Highway to the east, at a distance of 1 km, along an important artery to the new city centre. Th e complex is settled between a residential area on the north and a public green belt, which pro-tects it from the traffi c of Chongchuan on the south. Divided into 3 plots, it consists in 105 000 sqm of R&D and other facilities, and 10 000 sqm of retail. Th e R&D part is composed of 8 buildings all settled in a green landscape.Th e highest building on the eastern plot, facing the adjacent park, cre-ates a visible landmark from Chongchuan road and Tongqi highway.

Studio: Logon

2013

Shangle Shirt Factory RenovationLocation: Shanghai, China


Temporary buildings were removed and only the 7 main buildings were renovated to accommodate new functions. Car circulation is organized from the south site entrance only in the southern part of the site. The other open spaces are car-free areas, and the outdoor spaces have been landscaped to enhance the green character of the site. The architectural design focused on giving a modern look and a clean appearance to the buildings to refresh the old industrial look of the existing situation. An early goal for this project was to provide good quality o� ce space with a clean and modern design. The result is that the middle part of the long central building acts as a hub as much as a landmark. Its design elements are reused in the composition of the majority of the other facades.

Studio: Logon

2012

The Shanghai Shuangle shirt factory is located in Zhabei district. The surroundings transform with mainly residential and o� ce functions. The site once housed 11 old factory buildings. It has since been converted into a modern o� ce park for small and medium

Temporary buildings were removed and only the 7 main buildings were renovated to accommodate new functions. Car circulation is organized from the south site entrance only in the southern part of the site. The other open spaces are car-free areas, and the outdoor spaces have been landscaped to enhance the green character of the site. The architectural design focused on giving a modern look and a clean appearance to the buildings to refresh the old industrial look of the existing situation. An early goal for this project was to provide good quality o� ce space with a clean and modern design. The result is that the middle part of the long central building acts as a hub as much as a landmark. Its design elements are reused in the composition of the majority of the other facades.

The Shanghai Shuangle shirt factory is located in Zhabei district. The surroundings transform with mainly residential and o� ce functions. The site once housed 11 old factory buildings. It has since been converted into a modern o� ce park for small and medium

Shangle Shirt Factory RenovationLocation: Shanghai, China


Studio: Logon

20122012

Headquarters ParkLocation: Jining, China

Site area: 63 000 sqmGFA: 221 000 sqm Schematic design

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Jining Headquarters Park project is located in the new High Tech development zone of the city. The overall concept follows three main principles:Green Campus: Jining Headquarters set in a lush green campus; all buildings are integrated into an appealing landscape. The green campus provides a calm and pleasant working environment. Image/Landmark: The facades’ design variations in shape, color and height create the Park’s image and land-mark, while insuring the distinct identity of each headquarter.Flexibility: Headquarters Park Project provides functional and � exible architecture that ful� lls the expectations of di� erent companies’ scale and needs.

Studio: Logon

2012

Jining Headquarters Park project is located in the new High Tech development zone of the city. The overall concept follows three main principles:Green Campus: Jining Headquarters set in a lush green campus; all buildings are integrated into an appealing landscape. The green campus provides a calm and pleasant working environment. Image/Landmark: The facades’ design variations in shape, color and height create the Park’s image and land-mark, while insuring the distinct identity of each headquarter.Flexibility: Headquarters Park Project provides functional and � exible architecture that ful� lls the expectations of di� erent companies’ scale and needs.

Administration Center of JiningLocation: Jining, China

Site area: 81 000 sqmGFA: 101 000 sqm Schematic design

Studio: Logon

2011

Based on a podium in the shape of an H, 3 towers rise and defi ne the new administration centre of Jining High Tech Development Zone. Th e southern tower hosts the administration of the zone, the north eastern tower hosts a hotel and the north western tower serves as offi ce space for companies that aim to establish long-term business in the development zone. Th e po-dium serves each function separately, with an addi-tional public service centre in the south-western wing. All functions are clearly separated, but connected by the conference centre and music hall in the middle of the complex.

Completion 2009 & 2010

YMSK started to work in Asia as a Hong Kong based architectural fi rm in partner-ship with Yamasaki, a renowned Ameri-can company.

At the beginning of 2010, my partner and I, both YMSK’s co-founders, decided to take a step forward, and became inde-pendent by opening our fi rst studio in mainland China.

Ymsk set up and designed its 50 sqm offi ce in the old French Concession of Shanghai, on the 3rd Floor of a commer-cial building.

Due to the expansion of his business and the increasing number of employes, YMSK then relocated its studio in a tower of Gubei area. Th e 150 sqm has been de-signed in the same spirit than the previous offi ce, and could house 22 employees.

YMSK Offi ceLocation: Shanghai, China

GFA: 50 & 150 sqm

YMSK started to work in Asia as a Hong Kong based architectural fi rm in partner-ship with Yamasaki, a renowned Ameri-can company.

At the beginning of 2010, my partner and I, both YMSK’s co-founders, decided to take a step forward, and became inde-pendent by opening our fi rst studio in mainland China.

Ymsk set up and designed its 50 sqm offi ce in the old French Concession of Shanghai, on the 3rd Floor of a commer-cial building.

Due to the expansion of his business and the increasing number of employes, YMSK then relocated its studio in a tower of Gubei area. Th e 150 sqm has been de-signed in the same spirit than the previous offi ce, and could house 22 employees.

Studio: YMSK

2009-2010

Th e main working area is furnished with 1.20m high fi berboard wood partitions with gloss black paint fi nish, which ensure employees’ in-timacy without breaking the whole volume thus allowing people to communicate easily.

Red and Orange colors applied on sides of recessed bookcases and square shaped entrance furniture contrast with the gloss black paint fi nish partitions, reminding of YMSK’s logo and corporate identity with an inspired, unique yet simple design.

Th e main working area is furnished with 1.20m high fi berboard wood partitions with gloss black paint fi nish, which ensure employees’ in-timacy without breaking the whole volume thus allowing people to communicate easily.

Red and Orange colors applied on sides of recessed bookcases and square shaped entrance furniture contrast with the gloss black paint fi nish partitions, reminding of YMSK’s logo and corporate identity with an inspired, unique yet simple design.

Beers ShopLocation: Shanghai, China

GFA: 25 sqm Completion: 2011Completion: 2011Completion: 2011Completion: 2011

Create a space that displays 300 varieties of beer, provides a taste-testing station and a delivery corner with ample storage in a 25 sqm space – all within a challenging budget. Th is was the task set before YMSK in 2010. Th e concept embraced the power of curves. Slightly bending shelves from ceiling to fl oor displayed a large diversity of beers from all over the world. Facing the entrance, partition walls designed to provide accessible but hidden storage in the back of the shop. All the while, the mirrored walls deepen the space and give perusing customers a unique sensation of being surrounded by beer bottles. Following the client’s color chart, curved wood shelves painted in white juxtapose with warm red walls while a dark grey stone counter and concrete fl ooring make a welcoming entrance.

Studio: YMSK

2010

Beers ShopLocation: Shanghai, China

GFA: 25 sqm Completion: 2011Completion: 2011Completion: 2011Completion: 2011

Studio: YMSK

2010

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Located on a lakeshore, Zhujiajiao Sales Centre offers fantastic views of its lovely landscaped surroundings. YMSK’s challenge was to respect its heritage architecture but adapt and harmonize the interior design with the shape of the building in order to maximize views and later provide a residential complex with private management and luxury-level services.

With a focus on simplic-ity and contemporary design, Zhujiajiao Sales Centre will first welcome Residential Owners to encompass the site and buy properties and then be converted into a clubhouse for the whole residential area that surrounds it. So YMSK thoughtfully arranged the spaces to be flexible and generous, in order to serve these later functions.

Sales CenterLocation: Zhujiajiao-Shanghai, China

GFA: 500 sqm Completion: 2011

As to unify the whole project, particular attention was paid to circulation and connections between the diff erent parts of each of the three fl oors. Maximized natural light and expansive views was achieved by creating a double high space lobby allowing more connections between the upper spaces and the entrance. Acrylic polymer curved lines walls and free-shape furniture confer to the centre a comfy and peaceful atmosphere, reinforcing the fl u-idity of the space and thus creating a smooth transition between the interior design and the building’s façades.

Studio: YMSK

2010

As to unify the whole project, particular attention was paid to circulation and connections between the diff erent parts of each of the three fl oors. Maximized natural light and expansive views was achieved by creating a double high space lobby allowing more connections between the upper spaces and the entrance. Acrylic polymer curved lines walls and free-shape furniture confer to the centre a comfy and peaceful atmosphere, reinforcing the fl u-idity of the space and thus creating a smooth transition between the interior design and the building’s façades.

Sales CenterLocation: Zhujiajiao-Shanghai, China

GFA: 500 sqm Completion: 2011

Studio: YMSK

2010

Private Villa interior designLocation: Shanghai, China

GFA: 800 sqm completion: 2010

Located at 2419 Hongqiao Road, the private villa of Sassoon is one of the outstanding constructions of Shanghai built between 1880 and 1930. The domain consists of 1225 sqm of garden spaces and a floor area of 800 sqm.Made of bricks with a wood structure, the East part of this mansion has two floors which YMSK decorated to welcome Nine Dragons Polo Club members. Bright colours, rich decoration mixing modern and old ma-terials & furniture were chosen to lighten up this magnificent villa and provide a intimate atmosphere.

Studio: YMSK

2009

Private Villa interior designLocation: Shanghai, China

GFA: 800 sqm completion: 2010

Studio: YMSK

2009

Residential & commercial complexLocation: Chongqing, China

Site area: 45 000 sqmGFA: 261 000 sqm Completed Phase: Preliminary design and urban bureau approval

Located along the Yangtze River on top of the Hills, this 45,300 sqm site offers a fantastic view of Chongqing Centre Town. YMSK was hired to conceive a Master Plan including 215,600 sqm of Residential towers and 46,000 sqm of Offi ce and Commercial spaces.In order to maximize private spaces, the land was divided into two zones, residential and commercial, which are then connected through terracing. The landscape, as well as the treatment of the different platforms, creates a smooth and harmonious link from the street to the peak of the hill. Whereby the slope of the existing ground becomes an advantage and allows a theatrical expression of the ascent.On top of the hill, clubhouses maximize views and provide residential complex with a pri-vate service management team as well as high-standing sports facilities facing the Yang-tze River.

Studio: YMSK

2010

YMSK designed facades for a new 12-story offi ce tower adjacent to Cheng-du Army Hospital. Located in front of the existing tower, the offi ce tower is a major focus point. Flanked by and auditorium on the East side, the tower has been designed as a scene background. Divided in 3 parts where the horizontality prevails on East and West sides, the pure glass façades act as a monumental gate and follow the East West axis. North and South facades are composed of a glass wall cadenced by concrete columns that accentuate verti-cality. Th ese columns turn into horizontal louvers to embrace the auditorium.

HospitalLocation: Chengdu, China

Site area: 56 000 sqmGFA: 180 000 sqm Completed Phase: Preliminary design

YMSK designed facades for a new 12-story offi ce tower adjacent to Cheng-du Army Hospital. Located in front of the existing tower, the offi ce tower is a major focus point. Flanked by and auditorium on the East side, the tower has been designed as a scene background. Divided in 3 parts where the horizontality prevails on East and West sides, the pure glass façades act as a monumental gate and follow the East West axis. North and South facades are composed of a glass wall cadenced by concrete columns that accentuate verti-cality. Th ese columns turn into horizontal louvers to embrace the auditorium.

Studio: YMSK

2009

One hour from Shanghai and Hangzhou, stands a new Venetian town sheltered by nine Hills in PingHu, well known as the Nine Dragons Resort. A luxury hotel with residential apartments and villas are articulated around a squared plaza and water canals in front of the sea which you can also admire from a two-storey building built to welcome yacht club members. Th e club, as originally designed, doesn’t off er views of the seacoast and was deserted by patrons. YMSK was hired to compose with the existing club and to extend it. Th e idea was to lighten the existing building and, propose a simple and contemporary design for its extension.

Yacht Club extensionLocation: Pinghu-Shanghai, China

GFA: 5 000 sqm Preliminary design

Studio: YMSK

20092009

To accommodate the Nine Dragons Horse and Car Races’ tracks, YMSK was asked to design a VIP Club enabling its Members to view races and ben-efi t from a special natural environment in an enclosed and private space. Composed of a restaurant, lounge bar, semi-public and private tribunes and a multi-functional room, this project was an opportunity to serve as a landmark building directly located at the entrance of Nine Dragons Resort.Conceived as a building that expresses a sense of speed, horizon-tal lines were emphasized as to remind people of network cable lines. Special glass materials maximized views, all spaces were linked with exterior terraces reinforcing the fl uidity of this ambitious project.

car racing clubLocation: Pinghu,Shanghai, China

Site area: 40 000 sqmGFA: 12 000 sqm Preliminary design

To accommodate the Nine Dragons Horse and Car Races’ tracks, YMSK was asked to design a VIP Club enabling its Members to view races and ben-efi t from a special natural environment in an enclosed and private space. Composed of a restaurant, lounge bar, semi-public and private tribunes and a multi-functional room, this project was an opportunity to serve as a landmark building directly located at the entrance of Nine Dragons Resort.Conceived as a building that expresses a sense of speed, horizon-tal lines were emphasized as to remind people of network cable lines. Special glass materials maximized views, all spaces were linked with exterior terraces reinforcing the fl uidity of this ambitious project.

Studio: YMSK

2009

Th e project is located at the heart of Zhangjiang new high technolo-gy zone. Th e site is crossed by the main North-South traffi c axis, and divided in 6 plots. So, the challenge consisted in ensuring a strong cohesion between the diff erent parts of the project, despite the actual partition of the site. Th e project is designed to become the hub of the offi ce Park. It houses a hotel, amenity facilities, shopping mall, commercial and offi ce spaces.Th e 100 m high tower housed the hotel and becomes the landmark of the project. Its outstanding shape extends through its podium and links the 2 western plots. Th e 3 offi ce buildings, and the shopping mall, at the east, encircle a central plaza, and off er shops, cafes and restaurants on the 1st fl oor.

Offi ce, hotel & commercialLocation: Zhangjiang-Shanghai, China

Site area: 70 000 sqmGFA: 210 000 sqm Offi ce Completion: 2015

Th e project is located at the heart of Zhangjiang new high technolo-gy zone. Th e site is crossed by the main North-South traffi c axis, and

Studio: Architecture Studio

2009

Th e project site is located west of Lhasa and is surrounded by mountains. Th e museum is built all along a canal, and houses 3 diff erent depart-ments: Natural Sciences, Arts and Technologies. Its roofi ng is S-shaped to echoe the surrounding mountain skyline. Th e double-layered facade features patterns made of the combination of 3 traditional and religious symbols. Th is sun shading elements permit to control solar input and inner temperature. Th e shape of the main build-ing, welcome the visitors, and thus symbolise the traditional Hakka scarf off ered to the travellers entering Tibet. Th is part of the Museum repre-sents the origins of Tibetan culture, whereas the cubes set in front of it represent modernity. Th e past, the present and the future thus meet on the same spot.

Art, Science & Tecnology MuseumLocation: Lhasa, China

Site area: 446 haGFA: 32 000 sqm international competition: winner


2008

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Completion: 2014

Art, Science & Tecnology MuseumLocation: Lhasa, China

Site area: 446 haGFA: 32 000 sqm


2008

Th e shape of the building is a dynamic illustra-tion of the diff erent entities of Wison Company, and conveys the spirit of the Zhangjiang develop-ing Park whose motto is: “an innovative district, a charming district”. Th e main volume connects fi ve buildings, all of which have diff erent uses. Th e central open-air garden, welcomes the visi-tors when entering the lobby, and provides natu-ral light and expansive views to the uppers fl oors.

Wison HeadquarterLocation: Shanghai, China



2009

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Wison HeadquarterLocation: Shanghai, China



2009

Offi ce, Commercial & Luxury AptLocation: Shanghai, China

GFA: 60 000 sqm Completion 2016

In the Bund proper, there are few changes to the now-classic buildings except for their rotating cast of tenants—high-end shops, restaurants, and bars. But just behind them, a historic block of buildings is being transformed into the Rock bund Project.

DCA and Arquitectonica have been working on the million-square-foot project since 2006.

DCA is restoring and con-verting 12 colonial buildings dating from 1897 to 1933 into offi ces, hotels, retail, apartments, and a museum; eight have been completed. It is adding 11 stories of new construction to a three-sto-ry building to create Rock bund 6, which will off er retail and offi ce space.

Arquitectonica is construct-ing fi ve new infi ll buildings for the block, which respect the massing, materials, and color of their neighbors. Both Arquitectonica and DCA expect to complete their work in 2016.

In the Bund proper, there are few changes to the now-classic buildings except for their rotating cast of tenants—high-end shops, restaurants, and bars. But just behind them, a historic block of buildings is being transformed into the Rock bund Project.

DCA and Arquitectonica have been working on the million-square-foot project since 2006.


Arquitectonica is construct-ing fi ve new infi ll buildings for the block, which respect the massing, materials, and color of their neighbors. Both Arquitectonica and DCA expect to complete their work in 2016.

have been working on the million-square-foot project since 2006.


Rock Bund is a 94,000 square meter urban mixed-use redevelopment project at the historic confl uence of the Huang-pu River and Suzhou Creek in downtown Shanghai. Th e project combines the restoration of 11 historical buildings with new, world-class architecture and a new public space infrastructure. Rock Bund will form a major part of the Waitanyuan redevelopment district, a city-led “key” development project that will transform the area. Waitanyuan combines new infrastructure, parks, waterfront, historic restoration and new buildings- hotels, boutiques, department stores, theatres and cultural venues and residential space - to revitalize the northern tip of the Bund and create an arts and fashion-forward neighbourhood in Shanghai

Studio: Arquitectonica

2008

Rock Bund is a 94,000 square meter urban mixed-use redevelopment project at the historic confl uence of the Huang-pu River and Suzhou Creek in downtown Shanghai. Th e project combines the restoration of 11 historical buildings with new, world-class architecture and a new public space infrastructure. Rock Bund will form a major part of the Waitanyuan redevelopment district, a city-led “key” development project that will transform the area. Waitanyuan combines new infrastructure, parks, waterfront, historic restoration and new buildings- hotels, boutiques, department stores, theatres and cultural venues and residential space - to revitalize the northern tip of the Bund and create an arts and fashion-forward neighbourhood in Shanghai

Offi ce, Commercial & S/AptLocation: Chengdu, China

Site area: 34 000 sqmGFA: 180 000 sqm Completed Phase: Preliminary design

Th is project includes 140 000 sqm of SOHO Offi ce, a 4-Star Hotel of 10 000 sqm, 22 000 sm of service apartments, and 12 000 sqm of retail facilities. Th e master plan is divided into 2 distinct parts. 10 offi ce buildings occupy the South. Th e residential and commercial com-plex is located next to the main access road on the north, and thus enjoys a better visibil-ity. Th e diversity of functions made us pay a special attention to the car traffi c analysis. Th e elliptic scheme has the advantage to maximize the shops frontage, and to locate the diff erent lobbies access in a same traffi c loop.

Studio: Arquitectonica

2008

Th is project includes 140 000 sqm of SOHO Offi ce, a 4-Star Hotel of 10 000 sqm, 22 000 sm of service apartments, and 12 000 sqm of retail facilities. Th e master plan is divided into 2 distinct parts. 10 offi ce buildings occupy the South. Th e residential and commercial com-plex is located next to the main access road on the north, and thus enjoys a better visibil-ity. Th e diversity of functions made us pay a special attention to the car traffi c analysis. Th e elliptic scheme has the advantage to maximize the shops frontage, and to locate the diff erent lobbies access in a same traffi c loop.

Th e new Cultural area of Changchun houses 3 buildings: Th e science and Technology Centre on the Northeast of the site, the Art museum on its West side, and the 8 000 sqm Art gallery on the south. Th e fi rst idea that led our concept was to design each building inde-pendently, according to their own function’s characteristics. Th e fa-cades material, the indoor spaces arrangement and proportion, and the atmospheres they release make the visitors experience diff erent feelings along their visit. While the science and Technology Museum spread its 2 fl oors along the site, the Art gallery is made of 4 vertical layers over-hanging the water feature.

Science & Tecnology MuseumLocation: Changchun, China

Site area: 100 000 sqmGFA: 40 000 sqm International Competition

Th e new Cultural area of Changchun houses 3 buildings: Th e science and Technology Centre on the Northeast of the site, the Art museum on its West side, and the 8 000 sqm Art gallery on the south. Th e fi rst idea that led our concept was to design each building inde-pendently, according to their own function’s characteristics. Th e fa-cades material, the indoor spaces arrangement and proportion, and the atmospheres they release make the visitors experience diff erent feelings along their visit. While the science and Technology Museum spread its 2 fl oors along the site, the Art gallery is made of 4 vertical layers over-hanging the water feature.

Studio: Arte Charpentier

2007

Th e Art and Performance Centre was planned to open its doors at the oc-casion of the Shanghai World Expo 2010. Th e design proposal should not only provide a Landmark building, but it should also focus on safety and fl ew problems. Th e indoor stage should also be able to open to the outside, in order to hold outdoor performances.

Th e project presented here off ers an outstanding volume where facades look like a composition of paper sheets. Th is facade treatment helps to vis-ually lighten the building, and brings indirect light through its interstices. At the top, the staff and performers rooms enjoys views, despite the ab-sence of visible windows on the facade.

Expo 2010 Art & Performence CenterLocation: Shanghai, China

Site area: 36 000 sqmGFA: 30 000 sqm International competition

Th e Art and Performance Centre was planned to open its doors at the oc-casion of the Shanghai World Expo 2010. Th e design proposal should not only provide a Landmark building, but it should also focus on safety and fl ew problems. Th e indoor stage should also be able to open to the outside, in order to hold outdoor performances.

Th e project presented here off ers an outstanding volume where facades look like a composition of paper sheets. Th is facade treatment helps to vis-ually lighten the building, and brings indirect light through its interstices. At the top, the staff and performers rooms enjoys views, despite the ab-sence of visible windows on the facade.


2007

Th is public axis was designed to accommodate open-air pedestrian traffi c, and underground commercial facilities, not only during the six months of the Expo period, but also aft er the site reconversion. Th e project aim was to ensure energy saving, safety and traffi c fl uidity, while creating a natural communication between the underground space and the over ground plat-form. Design elements such as green slopes, sky domes and double-high spaces ensure aeration and day lighting to the commercial basement. Th e overhead platform is car free but well connected to its lower fl oors and street level for an optimized and confortable circulation.

Shanghai 2010 world expo AxisLocation: Shanghai, Chine

Site area: 240 000 sqmGFA: 103 000 sqm International Competition



Th is public axis was designed to accommodate open-air pedestrian traffi c, and underground commercial facilities, not only during the six months of the Expo period, but also aft er the site reconversion. Th e project aim was to ensure energy saving, safety and traffi c fl uidity, while creating a natural communication between the underground space and the over ground plat-form. Design elements such as green slopes, sky domes and double-high spaces ensure aeration and day lighting to the commercial basement. Th e overhead platform is car free but well connected to its lower fl oors and


2006

Refurbishing of old steel factoriesLocation: St Chamond, France

Site area: 6.8 haadditional GFA: 12 000 sqm

Client: Municipality of St Chamond European Competition

Th e proposals for this project site, which covers some 6.8 ha, will need to focus on the connection between the old steel factories, and the urban fabric in the center of Saint-Chamond, i.e. the north-ern part of the study site. All are asked to preserve and highlight historic elements present on the project site: However, “gutting” or “stripping” operations may be considered, provided that the over-all design emphasizes the building’s intrinsic characteristics and enhance its relations with its environment and new functions.Th e urban connection between the old steel factories site and the center will be one of the prime objectives of the program. Designs are expected to propose a re-patterning of the urban fabric, which may or may not maintain the street layout.

Th e proposals for this project site, which covers some 6.8 ha, will need to focus on the connection between the old steel factories, and the urban fabric in the center of Saint-Chamond, i.e. the north-Th e proposals for this project site, which covers some 6.8 ha, will need to focus on the connection between the old steel factories, and the urban fabric in the center of Saint-Chamond, i.e. the north-ern part of the study site. All are asked to preserve and highlight historic elements present on the project site: However, “gutting” or “stripping” operations may be considered, provided that the over-ern part of the study site. All are asked to preserve and highlight historic elements present on the project site: However, “gutting” or “stripping” operations may be considered, provided that the over-all design emphasizes the building’s intrinsic characteristics and enhance its relations with its environment and new functions.all design emphasizes the building’s intrinsic characteristics and enhance its relations with its environment and new functions.Th e urban connection between the old steel factories site and the center will be one of the prime objectives of the program. Designs are expected to propose a re-patterning of the urban fabric, which Th e urban connection between the old steel factories site and the center will be one of the prime objectives of the program. Designs are expected to propose a re-patterning of the urban fabric, which may or may not maintain the street layout.may or may not maintain the street layout.

Th ree types of function envisaged in this workshop are 01: enclosed and/or open public spaces, service facilities and activities. Th e 12,000 sqm of roofed space are divided into:• 50% public spaces (open and/or enclosed), approximately 15% of which may be reversed at a later date• 20% of facilities (500 sqm communal facilities - voluntary sector premises - miscellaneous premises and 1500 sqm set aside for an industrial heritage center);• 30% of service or craft activities, including shops (covering a surface area ranging from 600 to 1000 sqm).

Th e proposals for this project site, which covers some 6.8 ha, will need to focus on the connection between the old steel factories, and the urban fabric in the center of Saint-Chamond, i.e. the north-ern part of the study site. All are asked to preserve and highlight historic elements present on the project site: However, “gutting” or “stripping” operations may be considered, provided that the over-all design emphasizes the building’s intrinsic characteristics and enhance its relations with its environment and new functions.Th e urban connection between the old steel factories site and the center will be one of the prime objectives of the program. Designs are expected to propose a re-patterning of the urban fabric, which may or may not maintain the street layout.

2007

Th ree types of function envisaged in this workshop are 01: enclosed and/or open public spaces, service facilities and activities. Th e 12,000 sqm of roofed space are divided into:• 50% public spaces (open and/or enclosed), approximately 15% of which may be reversed at a later date• 20% of facilities (500 sqm communal facilities - voluntary sector premises - miscellaneous premises and 1500 sqm set aside for an industrial heritage center);• 30% of service or craft activities, including shops (covering a surface area ranging from 600 to 1000 sqm).

Th e proposals for this project site, which covers some 6.8 ha, will need to focus on the connection between the old steel factories, and the urban fabric in the center of Saint-Chamond, i.e. the north-ern part of the study site. All are asked to preserve and highlight historic elements present on the project site: However, “gutting” or “stripping” operations may be considered, provided that the over-all design emphasizes the building’s intrinsic characteristics and enhance its relations with its environment and new functions.Th e urban connection between the old steel factories site and the center will be one of the prime objectives of the program. Designs are expected to propose a re-patterning of the urban fabric, which

2007

Th is project was planned in two phases. Th e fi rst step was the concep-tion of the lake and the organization of the access to the site. Th en came the 93 apartments, the reception building and the services on the 6 ha of the wooded land.One of the priorities was to preserve the environment and to adapt the architecture to the diffi culties of the site. (deal with the slopes, preserv-ing the existing trees…)

Tourist resisence complexLocation: Nontron, France

Site area: 22 haGFA: 6 800 sqm Completion: 2004

architecture to the diffi culties of the site. (deal with the slopes, preserv-ing the existing trees…)

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Studio: Atelier Philippe Jean

2003

Tourist resisence complexLocation: Nontron, France

Site area: 22 haGFA: 6 800 sqm Completion: 2004

Studio: Atelier Philippe Jean

2003

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