Seaside Apartments (2012)

Project Data 
 
Total GFA:   50.000m2
Location:   Fangchenggang, China
Function:   Residential
Features:   Optimized panoramic sea views, deck access and ground floor retail
Scope:   Master Plan, Architectural Concept, SD and DD Design
Status:   Planning
 
 
Project Summary
 
The site’s most prominent feature is its location directly along the sea shore. However, the site’s long axis stretches perpendicular to the shore line and surrounding lots will be built-up with high-rise. The project’s challenge was therefore to provide highly attractive apartments making best use of the panoramic views and integrating them with an attractive 2-floor commercial podium and 3F office floor.

All apartments - sized from 80m2 to over 160m2 duplex units - are served by an open deck access from the less attractive north side and open towards the south-west with room high windows and generous balconies. The geometrically tilted shape optimizes views towards the open sea and also provides structural stability for the entire development.

A commercial podium provides local retail and spaces for F&B making use of roof gardens and decks overlooking the sea. An array of office units is provided in the 3F separation of podium and residential volume.