The West Bund Orbit in Shanghai, developed by Hongkong Land, serves to become a social and cultural centrepiece that blends art, architecture, and innovation along the Huangpu riverbank.
Designed by Heatherwick Studio, this prominent landmark features a series of interwoven ‘ribbon’ staircases that spiral around the structure, which echoes the form of classic Chinese moon bridges but with a futuristic twist, imparting a sense of constant rotational motion that gives it a dynamic and captivating appearance.
Nestled within the heart of Xuhui District’s new Financial Hub in Shanghai, this intricate structure covers an area of over 5,000 sq.m. The structure comprises a perimeter gallery, a rooftop garden, an open-air canopy, and an inner exhibition hall, creating a multi-faceted space for social and cultural activities. As a long-term partner of Hongkong Land to shape the area as the next-generation financial hub, WSP was again appointed by the client the MEP consultant of this project.