URBANUS is regenerating the Nantou hybrid constructing in Shenzhen
URBANNantou Hybrid Constructing, situated in ShenzhenNantou Previous City is a composite of 5 constructions constructed in several historic intervals, that includes various supplies, constructions and types. The renovation it emphasizes the preservation of current complexities, contradictions and conflicts, each internally and externally, capturing traces of fabric additions, transformations and substitutions. Demonstrating a progressive method to regeneration, the mission introduces two new rooftop volumes, that includes a juxtaposition of stable and hole components, culminating in a discreet rooftop backyard. Exterior partitions play a vital function in structural integrity, rigorously preserving current facades whereas eradicating harmful additions that pose a structural threat.
A central “circulation core” homes a brand new elevate and staircase. Frequent areas on every degree prolong outward from the core, piercing the facade to create versatile crimson iron metal plugs that function doorways, canopies, balconies, decks and staircases, making a dynamic journey by the constructing's interstices . . Pure gentle is launched by skylights and redesigned areas between buildings, considerably enhancing the indoor setting. Floor flooring, previously energetic store and stalls, retains its vitality with improved semi-outdoor areas. Residential models on the higher flooring are reorganized for adaptability, favoring social interactions with a “closed circulation” system.
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URBANUS creates a colourful collage of previous and new supplies
The meticulous preservation of the prevailing facades, combining previous and new supplies in a colourful collage, displays the genuine essence of the Nantou Hybrid constructing. The revolutionary design introduces a crimson semi-circular quantity that extends from the fourth flooring to the fifth flooring, juxtaposed with a inexperienced, rectangular quantity with semi-exterior areas, each of which sit on the roof. These constructions work together with the double-height and skylight area, harmonizing with the roof terrace, forming a tranquil backyard and a 'Vertical Arcadia' above the city hum. The Nantou Hybrid Constructing mission demonstrates the evolving historical past of Shenzhen's city villages, reorganizing “chaos into coherence” whereas assembly modern social and cultural calls for. Design studio URBANUS creates an open micro-complex within the densely populated previous metropolis of Nantou, presenting a paradigm shift in considering and idea, aligning with the ethos of “City Coexistence” and offering a brand new typology for future city village developments.
view to the north
northeast view
Baode Sq. and east view of Nantou Hybrid Constructing
Baode Sq. and east view of Nantou Hybrid Constructing