The “Jinling Central” is a TOD project located in the core area of Nanjing, which is a famous CBD with a history of nearly 100 years and is known as “China’s first business district”. This is the beginning of the urban renewal of Xinjiekou.
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Jinling Central
Mixed-Use Architecture (Under Construction)
Firm
Palmer and Turner Consultants (Shanghai) Ltd.
Architect/Designer
Henry YIP Hing Lam
Design Team
Henry Yip Hing Lam, Patrick Au Yeung,CHAN Siu Keung Daniel,WONG Tat Fung Ted,HONG Jin
Location
Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
Country
China
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Site A consists of a seven-storey commercial auxiliary building S1 , B1 retail, B2-B4 mechanical and electrical room and parking , as well as two towers above ground —— 234.95m super-high-rise office tower T1 and the 161.05m super-high-rise serviced apartment tower T2. Site B includes a four-storey commercial podium S2, B1 retail, B2-B4 mechanical and electrical room and parking, and a 99.9m office tower T3. There is an underpass on B1 and B2 from site A to site B, and an above-ground bridge on the third floor.
Activating the Xinjiekou
With the aim of creating a vibrant hub, this project aims to design a dynamic gathering place that combines modern and traditional elements to offer a multi-layered commercial experience. From the underground urban oasis to the semi-open pedestrian street at ground level, and up to the green artistic aerial walkways and high-level sky gardens, a diverse spatial interaction is formed. The project focuses on enriching activities and creating pedestrian experiences. The conceptual plan starts from Zhongshan South Road, aiming to create a strategically positioned and grand landmark that leads visitors to the large square adjacent to this project , making it the true focal point of the city.
Connected Communities
The project serves as a window for international visitors to access Nanjing, while also a new destination for local residents. The project achieves a perfect balance of meeting diverse needs and creating a vibrant and dynamic gathering place. The master plan carefully considers various functions, leading to a well-organized integrated design. Realizing project connectivity also need to address the challenges of site conditions. Recognizing the functions of underground levels around Xinjiekou, the project provides efficient underground connectivity to enhance immersive cultural experiences and increase vitality for all users.
Capturing the Vibrant Streetscape The planning for both above-ground and underground is an important element for the project. The cultural facilities are put in the lively podium spaces, creating a visually comfortable pedestrian environment, attracting visitors, and offering a comprehensive commercial experience that traverses the entire site. Traditional spatial boundaries are blurred, with indoor and outdoor spaces seamlessly integrated as one. The central commercial “podium” will be the highlight of the master plan, with its top-level media center becoming a new destination and the crown jewel of the Xinjiekou.
Client: HK Land
Location: Hongwu Street, Qinhuai District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China
Site Area:32,312.56m²
GFA:336,520.41 m²
Underground Area:100,000 m²
Plot Ratio:8.75
Building Density:63%
Height Limitation:234.95m(office tower)
Floors:44/Basement4
Start: 2018
Finish:2024