Project Description:

Tianfu Agro-Expo Science Innovation and R&D Hub is a landmark complex integrating modern agricultural technology exhibitions, cultural exchange, and ecological experiences. The architectural design centers on a "Green Seedling" imagery. Three arched roof planes growing outward constitute the basic building unit, resembling sprouted leaves breaking through soil, harmonizing with the surrounding fields.

Judges Comments

This carbon-negative glulam hub achieves 36 metre spans with a demanding span-to-rise ratio of 9.5 in the geometry. Overcoming timber's natural weaknesses, engineers innovated a breakthrough self-balancing tie-rod and leaning-column system. Optimized via genetic algorithms, the biomimetic structure seamlessly unites engineering efficiency, sustainability and elegance.

Structural Designer

China Southwest Architectural Design and Research Institute Co., Ltd.

Location

Chengdu, Sichuan, China