Hangzhou Center is a high-end, retail-led destination located in the city’s most valuable quarter, sitting opposite the popular Wulin Square, with a vision to deliver a next-generation retail and commercial ecosystem for the city.
The design is inspired by Hangzhou's landscape, forming an elegant commercial addition to the district. The façade references classical Chinese paintings depicting the city and its traditional pavilions, Baoshi Mountain and famous West Lake.
Designing on a city scale, Lead8 created a 'media box' to form multiple high visibility display surfaces. Multi-dimensional, human-scale floating boxes complement the design strategy and integrate leisure with lifestyle retail, while luxury flagship stores along the street level become new district landmarks.
The development is integrated with a luxury hotel and Grade A office buildings, creating a prominent mixed-use hub for Hangzhou. Integration to two underground metro lines enables the scheme to benefit from a transit-oriented position.
