Zhongguancun Advanced Technology Research Institute for Emerging Industries
The Zhongguancun Emerging Industry Frontier Technology Research Institute is situated within the Beijing High-end Manufacturing Base and represents a key project in the Zhongguancun National Independent Innovation Demonstration Zone. This facility integrates multiple functions including centralized testing, research and development, conferencing, reception, and support amenities. It offers a comprehensive solution for the work, communication, dining, living, and leisure needs of technology innovators. The institute aims to establish a one-stop industrial incubation park with international high-end facilities, becoming a vital industrial hub for transferring and transforming “high-precision and cutting-edge” scientific and technological innovations within the Zhongguan Village Science and Technology Park.
Bird’s-eye view of the overall project
△ South facade rendering
Earthly Calligraphy, Meandering Water, and Flowing Vessels
The site plan is symmetrically designed along the north-south axis, inspired by calligraphy and seal engraving. At its core stands the grand conference center, flanked on both sides by experimental units connected by flying eaves. Together with the research and development sections, these elements trace the rhythm of morning brush strokes. The circular service center completes the design, forming a lively and vivid “earth calligraphy”. Moreover, multiple courtyards with diverse landscapes are interspersed throughout, flowing like meandering waters within the buildings, creating a lush, park-like scientific industrial settlement.
△ Design concept illustration
Overall layout bird’s-eye view
△ Interior view of courtyard
Park Settlement and Cultural Interaction
The design embraces the concept of a park settlement combined with cultural interaction, seamlessly integrating scientific research, experimental, and R&D spaces. This fosters an environment that encourages communication and collaboration, creating a green and inviting cultural setting. Emphasis is placed on user experience within spatial design to cultivate a high-quality cultural community dedicated to scientific industries. The continuous eaves on the roof form an ecological aerial corridor, offering a unique multi-dimensional space for interaction within the park. This space allows visitors to enjoy fresh air, engage in conversations, and admire the scenery. The wing-like side eaves symbolize the free flight and expansive development of innovative scientific ideas.
△ Pilot experimental module
△ Interior of the conference center
△ Pilot experimental module
Modular Units with Flexible Combinations
As the core feature of this project, the pilot spaces adhere to principles of modularity and standardization, allowing for flexibility and adaptability. Eight similar experimental modules (labeled A, B, and C) surround the conference center, aligned with the site boundaries to accommodate diverse experimental requirements. These modules can be arranged singly, paired, or linked in series, ensuring the relative independence of pilot tests while enabling efficient connectivity throughout the park’s indoor spaces. This approach provides a practical design model for standardized scientific research building construction.
Modular design concept
Suspended Structure and Open Space
The front hall of the conference center is a column-free space featuring four traffic cores symmetrically placed at the building’s center, forming a vertical shear wall core tube. Horizontally, the structure incorporates specialized components such as steel frame suspension columns and box steel beams, together creating an efficient, large-span composite steel frame and concrete shear wall system. This design meets the functional requirements of a spacious three-story hall.
△ Conference Center Structural Diagram
Vibrant Glass Curtain Wall and Breathable Facade
The conference center features a vibrant, colorful glass curtain wall that displays brilliant hues from multiple angles. This striking design highlights the allure and superior energy efficiency of new material technologies, symbolizing the architectural transformation of scientific achievements.
The circular service center completes the master plan, offering amenities such as swimming, fitness, book lending, dining, and coffee around a luminous circular courtyard. This multifunctional space provides scientists with a refined and comprehensive living experience. The green, double-layer breathable glass curtain wall enhances ecological quality, supporting a high standard of green and low-carbon design.
△ Conference Center facade
△ Circular hall of the service center
△ Rest area in the service center
△ Report hall
Project Drawings
△ First floor plan
△ Second floor plan
△ Third floor plan
△ North elevation view
△ Section 1
△ Section 2
Project Information
Project Name: Zhongguancun Emerging Industry Frontier Technology Research Institute
Location: Fangshan, Beijing
Design Unit: Institute of Architectural Design and Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences Co., Ltd
Design Team:
- Lead Architects: Li Xinbin, Tang Ming
- Architecture: Li Xinbin, Tang Ming, Zou Jinming, Tu Yanfei, Zhang Jing, Zhou Nan, Chen Jichang, Bing Dongyang
- Structure: Zhu Jizhong, Chen Gang
- HVAC: Meng Qingyu, Yue Zhiyou
- Electrical: Shi Qingwei, Zhang Jinbo
- Water Supply and Drainage: Li Xin, Liu Yafang
- Landscape: Zhong Wei
- Economy: Yu Yang
Collaboration Unit: Weike Architectural Design Consulting (Beijing) Co., Ltd
Award: Excellent Design Achievement Evaluation of Beijing Excellent Engineering Survey and Design Female Architect
Owner: Beijing High-end Manufacturing Base Investment and Development Co., Ltd
Design Year: 2013
Completion Year: 2015
Land Area: 121,000 m²
Building Area: 168,257.83 m²
Visual Information
Photographers: Yang Chaoying and Weike Architectural Design Consulting (Beijing) Co., Ltd
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