London Design Silver

2026

Project of Office Building, Block B, Plot 16, Aodong

Entrant

EDLA/ Xinyu Iron and Steel Group Nanchang Real Estate Co., Ltd./ Robin Chow, Feifei Lan, Mengli Zhan

Category

Interior Design - Office 

Client's Name

CHINACONSTRUCTIONEIGHTH BUREAU

Country / Region

China

This project is far more than a premium office space; it is a dynamic dialogue that harmonizes traditional culture, sustainable innovation, and spatial design.
Guided by the concept “Rooted in Tradition, Soaring Forward,” the design reimagines the ancient Chinese Ding (a traditional bronze vessel) through a sleek, minimalist lens. The main lobby commands attention with a grounded, powerful presence, where raw steel and glass celebrate pure structural elegance. By stripping away unnecessary ornament, the space uses a calm, muted color palette and subtle natural textures to bring the poetic essence of Jinan—the “Spring City”—quietly indoors.
To make sense of a massive 13-meter-high ceiling and a fragmented structural core, the design focuses on seamless flow. Architectural lines are deliberately extended to visually pull the elevator halls into the main space, dramatically expanding the sense of scale. At the same time, flexible partitions and high-performance acoustic insulation create a smooth transition from the bustling lobby to the quiet meeting anterooms.
Sustainability here is felt, not just talked about. The project weaves eco-conscious choices directly into its fabric, using prefabricated wood panels, composite stone made from recycled industrial waste, repurposed aluminum, and low-carbon paints. Furthermore, a smart energy management system runs the building—optimizing everything from intelligent elevator dispatch to HVAC efficiency, rainwater harvesting, and energy storage. Even the building’s exterior works for the environment, featuring an advanced curtain wall system that integrates solar power generation with automated maintenance.
At its heart, this building is designed for the people who use it. Breaking away from the cold isolation of traditional office towers, it features premium wellness facilities, fully accessible layouts, and dedicated, well-ventilated smoking lounges that show genuine care for every individual. Every detail—from reinforced safety railings to the complete elimination of redundant decoration—proves that true luxury lies in thoughtful pragmatism.

Credits

Chief Designer
Chenguang Kong
Chief Designer
Minghui Cui
Assistant Designer
Gan Liu
Assistant Designer
Kai Fu
Assistant Designer
Yanfeng Zhou
Assistant Designer
Zhuang Miao
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