Architectural firm HASSELL's business district masterplan for Qianhai Mawan Mile in Shenzhen, China is impressive and it stretches for 1.6 kilometers. The development combines "lush parklands, new cultural buildings and a meandering [mile-long] sky deck." By incorporating all these features within its proposal, the architectural practice seeks to connect the community and build a tranquil environment for city dwellers and travelers.
The award-winning business district masterplan aims to cater to a younger crowd. While the sky deck is dubbed a "boulevard in the sky" and will make for mindful walks, the elevated architectural structure will also serve as a connection between the nearby buildings. In addition, the path will feature an uninterrupted cycling and jogging lane that will surely motivate residents to be active, even if it is in a hectic urban environment.
What's Driving This Trend
- Wellness-centric Business Districts
- Architectural firms can explore creating business district masterplans that promote wellness and connectivity within the community.
- Elevated Architectural Structures
- As cities and communities become more dense, architects and developers can incorporate elevated structures such as sky decks to promote physical activity and mobility within the city.
- Integrated Cycling and Jogging Lanes
- Developers and city planners can incorporate uninterrupted cycling and jogging lanes to promote a healthier lifestyle among city dwellers and travelers.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture
- Architects can explore the use of elevated structures and parklands to promote wellness and connectivity within communities.
- Real Estate Development
- Developers can prioritize the integration of cycling and jogging lanes in their projects to promote a healthier lifestyle among residents and attract potential buyers.
- Urban Planning
- City planners can explore the use of business district masterplans that prioritize green spaces and elevated structures to promote physical activity and a more peaceful urban environment.
