SUNSHINE CITY MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
Dalian, P.R. China

The sea is vast, powerful, and active. Its own dynamics seems to appear chaotic, but every one of its inhabitants submits to its powerful rules of engagement. What appears to be disordered , actually complies to ordering principles of a different logic.

Our approach to this Project has followed a similar, general principle of organization. ... the buildings understood as big boats seeking a position in space that is unique and, at the same time, maintain a visual contact with the views of the sea. The subsequent development of the facades will instill each building with a sense of special identity , but always related to the general concepts that inform the project as a whole.

We propose to create two visual experiences related to water : the canal and the sea. This intention , established by a strong gesture that divides the site in two halves,creates three edges along the water: two of them, internal, have an “urban” character similar the spatial experiences one finds in other places, such as Amsterdam or Venice. The third permits a free arrangement of buildings in direct visual contact with the ocean.

Additionally, the site level is manipulated to accommodate all the parking underground, with retail and commercial spaces above. The resulting sloped condition gradually descends towards the canal to emphasize the view of the water, and it ascends toward its southern edge to permit the unobstructed view of the sea as well.

These vast esplanades are ideal to landscaping and outdoor activities that compliment the rest of the functions. :a ripple effect