Shenzhen Qianhai Huafa Snow World
Winner
Excellent Architecture
Conceptual Architecture
Details
The visionary design for Huafa Snow World solidifies its strategic position at the heart of the burgeoning tech hub, Qianhai Bay, in Shenzhen. Situated in a key location, conveniently linked to the airport and an intercity transportation hub, the development provides locals with a place to gather, while easily attracting and connecting discerning business and leisure travellers from across the globe. Anchored by an 80,000 square-meter indoor ski resort, the largest of its kind in the world, Huafa Snow World boasts a rich mix of retail, entertainment, commercial, hospitality, civic and cultural components, creating a vibrant destination.
The Jury‘s Statement
This mixed-use sports and leisure complex impresses with an imposing, dynamically curved design language that gives the building an iconic aesthetic. The airy, undulating structure creates a unique spatial experience, while the strategically exposed load-bearing structure sets visual accents. The thoughtful arrangement of the floating boxes encourages dynamic interaction between the different uses.
