BetaRealities from Berlin and New York develops a new type of factory campus in Jinan, China. Inspired by green energy, the new H2 energy park will go full circular in construction and thinking realised in a social and green campus. The energy of the hydrogen source shapes the structure of the site and leads to a unique visuality. Sustainable production and intelligent site programming provide clear focal points for visitors and workers. In combination with extensive green areas, it creates an open space for future technologies and  a lively and healthy neighbourhood.

A hydrogen hub goes full circle

With the masterplan of the new energy park in Jinan, Beta Realities makes the oldest energy source on earth tangible, in a fully circular hydrogen centre. Inspired by the power of the source, the central core is radiating layer by layer from its heart along the concentrically organised secondary street network and public squares of the masterplan.

The planned building layout of Beta Realities is modelling a fully circular production chain. Feedback loops between different energy lanes are combined in a fully circular campus. The buildings form an efficient ensemble that allows for abundant green spaces to create a vibrant urban neighbourhood.

Zones with high visibility and a clear structure are also arranged in a natural way. Beta Realities uses natural architectural interventions to indicate integrated safety barriers and public zones. Radial grid variations create a clear central point on the site, all production lines circulation and clustering around the core of the site.

Open spaces for future technology

The special visuality of the energy park that is created is emphasised by the choice of natural and ecological materials. The modular design concept allows for extensions and creates space for the technology of the future.

The designated public to private open spaces include recraetional outdoor activities for researchers and workers on-site, visitor facilities and flexible event plazas. Diverse access to the outdoors is promoting a healthy lifestyle and making clean energy a holistic experience in all aspects of life and production.

Project Name: Cuizhai Hydrogen Park

Client: Jinan Chanfa Capital Group

Location: Cuizhai, China

Size: 310.000 m²

Timeline: 2022

Status: Concept Design

Programme: Industrial