Containing all the necessities to support the local businesses and residents of Hefei-Anhui, China, H5 Smart City Business Center (H5 SCBC) functions as a lifestyle generator. Unified by a secondary metal mesh skin, two glass oval centers gleam with a LED media façade while living green walls climb over the cubic restaurants and offices. Exciting and enticing prospective businesses, the Smart Center uses high-tech equipment to exhibit the master plan for Hefei-Anhui’s smart city urban expansion. Some of the technologies applied include touch responsive projections, an urban scale iModel, and virtual reality glasses. Suitable for hosting any occasion, the Creative Center’s second floor houses a flexible event space; furthermore, a café and wine bar provide a platform for people to exchange innovative ideas after events.
Status: Under Construction
Location: Hefei, CN
My Role: Design Director
Additional Credits: MADA s.p.a.m.