The project is a key supporting complex for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics in the Zhangjiakou competition zone, comprising the International Convention Center, Winter Center, Exhibition Center, hotels, and the Loong Street Skywalk. Guided by the principles of “Respect for Nature, Chinese Style, and International Standards,” it forms a distinctive cluster rooted in the mountainous terrain of northern China. Designed for both Olympic events and long-term operations, the complex provides integrated facilities that strengthen Chongli’s position as a world-class destination for ice and snow tourism.
The design prioritizes ecological principles, preserving the terrain of two ridges flanking a central valley. Elevation changes, water systems, and landscape elements are integrated to shape a cluster that balances enclosure and openness. Triangular folded-plate roofs and steel-framed facades form an undulating skyline, employing contemporary techniques to reinterpret the essence of traditional Chinese timber construction. Rhythmic and layered, the ensemble harmonizes organically with the surrounding landscape—a modern interpretation of vernacular mountain architecture in northern China.
