Eslite Suzhou Complex
Eslite Suzhou Complex
- LOCATION
Suzhou, China
- CLIENT
Suzhou Industrial Park Walden Development Co., Ltd.
- CATEGORY
Commercial
- GROSS BUILDING FLOOR AREA (Approx.)
134,751㎡
- COMPLETION YEAR
2015
- DESIGN YEAR
2009
Eslite Suzhou Complex is located near the shore of Jinji Lake with excellent lake views. The building complex consists of two 100-meter-high residence towers and the commercial podium. The architectural layout follows the contours of the site. The twin towers are allocated at the two end points of the site, with great view to the lake. The commercial podium is an isosceles triangle with main entrances at each end.
The commercial podium is themed around the famous Eslite bookstore. An open plaza is arranged on the lake side, with themed dining facilities and receding terraces to creat outdoor leisure space to enjoy the natural scenery. The first and second floors along the street are designed for boutiques. The three-story T-shaped atrium incorporates the vertical circulation, with skylight aboveto bring in natural light. After entering from the two ends of the atrium, the big interior staircase leads to the sunlit courtyard, the bookstore, the galleries and multi-functional hall on the third floor.
Considering the local climate, the frame system of the skylights and street façade are like rhythmically-placed book. The frames highlight the movement of shadows through the day while also providing energy-saving shade. The design of the towers and the large bay windows, combined with the column framework and stone exterior decoration, creating a light-filled space. The façade features lattice window motifs inspired by the gardens of Suzhou and also incorporates the image of Eslite logo. Large LED screens and understated lighting help create a new city block brimming with culture, art, creativity, and life.
The commercial podium is themed around the famous Eslite bookstore. An open plaza is arranged on the lake side, with themed dining facilities and receding terraces to creat outdoor leisure space to enjoy the natural scenery. The first and second floors along the street are designed for boutiques. The three-story T-shaped atrium incorporates the vertical circulation, with skylight aboveto bring in natural light. After entering from the two ends of the atrium, the big interior staircase leads to the sunlit courtyard, the bookstore, the galleries and multi-functional hall on the third floor.
Considering the local climate, the frame system of the skylights and street façade are like rhythmically-placed book. The frames highlight the movement of shadows through the day while also providing energy-saving shade. The design of the towers and the large bay windows, combined with the column framework and stone exterior decoration, creating a light-filled space. The façade features lattice window motifs inspired by the gardens of Suzhou and also incorporates the image of Eslite logo. Large LED screens and understated lighting help create a new city block brimming with culture, art, creativity, and life.
