▲ Aerial view of the ferry station illuminated at night
▲ Aerial view showcasing a Japanese-inspired landscape
The Minsheng Ferry Station is situated at the eastern end of Minsheng Road, facing north towards the Huangpu River. It connects westward to Xinhua Green Space and eastward to Minsheng Art Pier via Huimin Bridge. As a vital water transport hub linking both sides of the Pujiang River, and a key landscape node bridging the east and west riverbanks, the design seamlessly integrates the building with its surrounding environment.
To efficiently manage pedestrian flow from the three riverside slow lanes, the design separates functions between the upper and lower levels, ensuring smooth entry and exit from the ferry station.
▲ East-to-west view highlighting the connection between the ferry station and the riverside green space to the west
▲ West-to-east perspective showing the ferry station as a crucial node within the eastern riverbank connectivity project
The ferry station links directly to a through bridge, facilitating smooth pedestrian movement.
The building consists of two floors. The ground floor houses the ferry waiting hall and service rooms, featuring a primary north-south flow path. The second floor contains supporting facilities serving adjacent walkways and offers added convenience. Standing 9 meters tall, the structure is topped with a metal mesh canopy and covers 363 square meters. Its dynamic night lighting elevates the building into a distinctive landmark.
▲ Boarding passage at the ferry station
▲ Boarding passage at the ferry station
The ground floor waiting hall is oriented north to south and features skylights that flood the narrow space with natural light. On the west side, service rooms and public restrooms are accessible to visitors. This level measures 5.5 meters in height and is situated entirely beneath the pedestrian walkway platform.
▲ View from the first floor towards Minsheng Road
▲ Traffic and parking area on the first floor
▲ Circular skylight opening adds natural lighting
▲ Ticket counter and waiting hall beneath the circular skylight on the first floor
▲ Spiral staircase leading up to the second floor platform
The second floor service room, located on the north side of the passageway, offers panoramic river views. The facade incorporates glass bricks, plain concrete, and washed stone walls, harmonizing with the natural landscape. The upper structure features a steel frame covered with metal wire mesh, shaped into dynamic geometric forms. This creates an important landmark at the western end of Huimin Bridge, providing a shaded resting area adorned with climbing vines and greenery.
▲ Wangjiang Cloud Pavilion
▲ Steel frame landscape cloud pavilion on the second floor
▲ Wangjiang Rest Platform beneath the cloud pavilion on the second floor
▲ Activity and relaxation area under the second floor cloud pavilion
▲ Runway and cycling path connected to the second floor
▲ The second floor links to the through bridge
▲ Second floor platform named Yuanwang Yunting
The Minsheng Ferry Station and its adjacent public spaces function not only as a transportation hub but also as a vibrant riverside recreational destination offering diverse sightseeing opportunities.
▲ Night lighting effect on the second floor
Project Drawings
▲ Overall site layout
▲ First floor plan
▲ Second floor plan showing seating and low walls
▲ North-south elevation
▲ East-west elevation
▲ Steel structure frame plan
▲ Steel frame facade and west elevation
▲ Axonometric view of the steel frame
▲ Model showing the connection between the western end and the ferry station
Project Information
Project Type: Cruise Terminal
Location: Shanghai, China
Architectural Design: Liu Yuyang Architectural Firm
Area: 363.0 m²
Year: 2019
Photographer: Zhang Yong
Lead Architect: Liu Yuyang
Project Manager/Architect: Wang Jue
Design Team: Chen Zhuoran, Chen Han, He Yining, Wu Yaping, Xue Haiqi
Resident Architect: Wang Jue
Structural Consultant: Hezuo Structural Architecture Research Institute
Hydraulic and Construction Drawing Design: Shanghai CCCC Water Transport Design & Research Co., Ltd., Shanghai Oriental Architectural Design & Research Institute Co., Ltd.
Construction Unit: Shanghai Water Conservancy Engineering Group Co., Ltd.
Construction Unit: Shanghai East Coast Investment (Group) Co., Ltd.
Project Cost: 5.9 million RMB (including water infrastructure)
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