Tongrun R&D Headquarter (2024)

Project Data
 
Total GFA:   8.000m2
Location:   Suzhou, China
Function:   Office
Standards:   DGNB Gold / Platinum + PHI Passive House PLUS
Features:   Project combines DGNB and PHI Passive House strategies to create a highly energy-efficient, low carbon, healthy and comfortable work environment and company showcase
Scope:    Integrated sustainability consulting, DGNB and PHI auditing for certification, in-house DGNB and PHI training
Status:   Planning
 
 
Project Summary
 
The company’s own new R&D Headquarter is situated within a larger river-side master plan. Vibrant urban surroundings and the lush green waterfront inspired a hybrid design negotiating city and nature, extrovert and introvert spaces, focus and contemplation.
 
All 8 floors feature maximized daylights and views while a hybrid green screen and BiPV façade with prominent exterior decks lends a very distinct, highly recognizable identity to the entire development.
 
Optimized via passive design strategies, the façade acts as a panoramic, self-shading, synergistic envelope inciting a sense of connectedness to nature wherever you are within the building. Exterior spaces not only provide natural areas, but also opportunities for informal social use, creating a versatile interior / exterior work environment.
 
Surrounded by natural light and plants, combined with proven healthy and low emission materials, optimized task lighting, user control and exceptional thermal comfort all year round, the new R&D Headquarter sets highest standards for health and wellbeing.
 
The project is not only meant as a showcase, but understood as a true blueprint for future replicability.