Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) announced the construction of Xi'an Daxia Tower, a sustainable marvel, at the core of Xi'an's thriving high-tech zone. The city's booming technology ecosystem, housing Fortune 500 companies and research institutions, has spurred the need for modern infrastructure that blends architectural brilliance with eco-friendly initiatives.
Xi'an, one of China's largest inland cities with a burgeoning population, has rapidly evolved into a technology hub, attracting global corporations and researchers. Supported by national and local government initiatives, the city's high-tech economic and technological development zone has become the driving force behind its economic growth. Amid this development, Daxia Group partnered with Zaha Hadid Architects to create a landmark tower that stands as a testament to sustainability.
The Xi'an High-Tech Economic and Technological Development Zone, located on Line 6 of Xi'an's metro system, houses manufacturing and R&D bases for numerous Fortune 500 companies and multinational corporations. The new Daxia Tower, situated at the city's southwest, emerges as the nucleus of the high-tech zone, surrounded by high-rise buildings that house corporate headquarters, commercial offices, international hotels, and residential developments.
Planned on a 16,700 sq. m site, the 210 m Daxia Tower integrates 127,220 sq. m of offices, retail, and ancillary facilities. The tower's elegant design reflects its surroundings, with patterned glazing and atriums capturing natural light, offering panoramic views of the historic city and the bustling high-tech zone.
Green Features for Sustainability
With a focus on promoting employee well-being and environmental preservation, the tower's interiors are designed with data analytics and behavior modeling. Future-proofed and adaptable workplaces ensure a healthy and enjoyable work environment. To achieve LEED Gold certification and China's Green Building Program's highest three-star rating, the tower employs several eco-friendly features:
- Energy Efficiency: High-performance low-emissivity, unitized glazing with thermal coating and insulation minimizes energy demand.
- Renewable Energy: Integrated photovoltaics generate renewable energy to power the building's systems.
- Natural Ventilation: Large atriums facilitate natural air circulation throughout the building.
- Air Purification: Planting on terraces overlooking atriums purifies the air, fostering a healthier indoor environment.
- Water Conservation: Rainwater harvesting and recycling systems reduce water consumption.
Daxia Tower incorporates a smart management system to continuously monitor and optimize energy consumption and environmental performance. Automation and sensors adapt to occupancy patterns and changing weather conditions, ensuring maximum efficiency and occupants' comfort.
Prioritizing sustainability, the tower's procurement and construction emphasize the use of recycled and locally-sourced materials from Xi'an and the surrounding Shaanxi province.
As ZHA embarks on this visionary project, Xi'an's skyline will be graced by a sustainable icon that marries modernity with environmental consciousness. Daxia Tower represents a blueprint for a smart, sustainable future, where architecture and technology merge to create a greener and more vibrant urban landscape.
