Jinan Hi-Tech · Greentown · Magnificent Residence

Inspired by the city’s distinctive water-related culture and its livable environment boasting verdant forests, the design team merged the local cultural context and natural art into landscapes on the site, through subtle methods. Such landscape design evokes memories about Jinan, thereby giving a strong sense of belonging.



Box-shaped architectural form is a striking design highlight of the project. As can be seen from urban roads at distance, stones are interwoven with glass while overhanging eaves are combined with set-back structures, so that the demonstration area is endowed with a simplistic, lightweight, avant-garde and understated luxury touch, as well as a strong visual identity. Whilst connecting people with the building and continuing the site’s fabrics, beautiful landscapes also enhance closeness to nature and offer intriguing spatial experiences, hence attracting passers-by to explore the inside of the “box”.



With spring water introduced onto the site, the demonstration area open at the first phase triggers urban memories. Along the flowing spring water, three artistic spaces come into being in a natural way, namely “starlight bank”, “whirlpool-like theater”, and “tranquil forest-like garden”



The sculpture outside takes design cues from “ribbons” that are used to tie presents. Its ethereal, artistic shape is a metaphor for dynamic grass growing in water, showing vitality and romance of the spring season. As flowing upwards freely, it unlocks a great growth power. When the night falls and lights are up, a “galaxy” shines on the mirrored surface.



Through circular greenery and pavement, “whirlpool-like square” forms a space shaped like a full moon. Complemented by artistic water and lighting, the sunken ground in a circle simulates the swirl of water, giving rise to an activity venue featuring an open fountain.



Enclosed by an array of plants, “tranquil forest-like garden” becomes a quiet space for meeting visitors. Here, the water is dynamic, plants are vibrant, outdoor seats are arranged around natural flowers, grass and shady trees. This garden-like space enables people to enjoy secluded, comfortable moments in four seasons.