Gala Avenue
Shanghai, China
A former shipyard’s bold renaissance
Service
Masterplanning, Architecture, Interior Architecture
Sector
Masterplanning, Mixed-use, Workplace, Retail
Client
CITIC Limited, China State Shipbuilding Corporation
Size
153,000m2
Challenge
Formerly a significant shipyard bringing a wealth of commercial energy to the area, the client wanted to utilise the prime waterfront space by bringing future business prospects. Benoy was asked to propose the masterplan, architecture and interior architecture, bringing a new identity to the site.
Solution
We aimed to instil a community feel with a people-orientated design to connect the sprawling site. Our solution focused on a chain of squares in various levels to mirror a simple streetscape for easy navigation.
Result
With views across the Huangpu River and city beyond, Gala Avenue Westside is a high-end shopping, entertainment and business hub. It encourages exploration with green spaces and streets weaving between the 12 interlocking buildings. A 100m office tower takes pride of place in the development and gives it a sense of identity.
