As Beijing continues to expand, the older buildings constructed decades ago are no longer appropriate to meet contemporary needs. To complement the new wave of residential and office structures surrounding Beijing Poly Plaza, Kokaistudios has taken the responsibility of transforming and updating these buildings. The task involves:

Opening them up.
Enhancing their core functionality.
Introducing entirely new work and public space elements through meticulous interior adjustments.

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The location has two large buildings, each with plenty of space. The first step was to evaluate the best positions and dimensions for targeted demolitions within the core of each building. These demolitions were planned strategically to create a sequence of light wells, allowing natural light to enter the more significant parts of the buildings. © RAWVISION studio
Beijing Poly Plaza’s Design Concept
Starting from the roof and extending downwards, the voids or empty spaces within the Beijing Poly Plaza have entirely transformed the once-enclosed interior. These voids have also divided each building into four smaller clusters framed within two more significant structures. Later, these clusters were further divided horizontally, with an additional layer of office blocks added on top of the existing retail space foundation. This innovative design imparts a sense of flexible adaptability to each section, allowing for a diverse range of potential uses and tenants.
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