Introducing One Century (Wangchao Center), Hangzhou’s second-tallest building, designed to evoke the natural scenery and cultural heritage of its region while blending high-performance design with architectural and structural innovation. As a prominent addition to Hangzhou's new Qianjiang Century Town development—an expansion to the city that has emerged as a bustling center for commerce—the project introduces 125,000 square meters of office space, complemented by an expansive public plaza.
As the architect, structural, and MEP engineers, we created a distinctive curving profile that coalesces structural efficiency, sustainability, and resilience into a singular, streamlined design that solves several challenges at once. The tower conceals mechanical systems, brings in fresh air, and reduces material quantities while providing the strength and flexibility to resist seismic forces—key contributors to its LEED Platinum and WELL Platinum certifications.
At the street level, we designed the tower and its podium to create a porous and welcoming series of open spaces that will become a new gathering place for the district, while above, the unique geometry and structure of the tower serves as a timeless landmark, destined to leave an indelible presence in the city’s expanding skyline. We invite you to learn about the project below.
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