Society Particular (SOPA)

Exciting news! The SKYBOWL, designed by Society Particular (SOPA), transforms an unused rooftop into a vibrant community space. Recognized in 2024’s FORTUNE China Best Designs, it blends public access and cultural vitality. #Design #Qingdao #SKYBOWL #architecture 

Society Particular (SOPA)’ın Çin’in Qingdao kentinde tasarladığı SKYBOWL ile bir alışveriş merkezinin çatısı, panoramik körfez manzaralı yenilikçi bir amfitiyatroya dönüşüyor.

🧬 We're excited to unveil our design for TSlP -Alife science park! Project: TSlP Size: 107549m² Location: Beijing Architect: Society Particular (SOPA) Project background and design concept This project is a renovation of historically significant old factory buildings, aiming to transform their functions to meet the high standards of modern scientific research. Our design strategy begins with an in-depth analysis of the actual site conditions, proposing innovative solutions, and using these as the foundation for design expression. Site facts and challenges The challenges we face include the poor seismic performance of old buildings, structural safety issues, and renovation costs that are higher than new construction. At the same time, old buildings carry a wealth of historical memories and have irreplaceable cultural value. Beijing's policies also tend to protect and activate these old factory buildings rather than large-scale demolition. Design strategy and layout Our design adopts the concept of "old bones and new muscles," preserving the characteristics of old buildings and embedding new functional elements to achieve a harmonious coexistence of old and new. Our design not only meets the physical environmental requirements of scientific research laboratories but also optimizes the spatial layout and improves efficiency through horizontal layering. Environmental and ecological benefits In terms of the environment, we have significantly improved the ecological environment by increasing the green space area from 18,700 square meters to 47,000 square meters. Our design focuses on the intensive use of construction land to achieve an ecologically preferred scientific research office area. #architecture #ArchitecturalDesign #UrbanRenewal #RenovationInspiration #IndustrialTransformation #AdaptiveReuse #LifeSciences #SustainableLiving #GreenArchitecture #Biotechnology #ClimateAction

🧬 We're excited to unveil our design for TSlP -Alife science park! Project: TSlP Size: 107549m² Location: Beijing Architect: Society Particular (SOPA) Project background and design concept This project is a renovation of historically significant old factory buildings, aiming to transform their functions to meet the high standards of modern scientific research. Our design strategy begins with an in-depth analysis of the actual site conditions, proposing innovative solutions, and using these as the foundation for design expression. Site facts and challenges The challenges we face include the poor seismic performance of old buildings, structural safety issues, and renovation costs that are higher than new construction. At the same time, old buildings carry a wealth of historical memories and have irreplaceable cultural value. Beijing's policies also tend to protect and activate these old factory buildings rather than large-scale demolition. Design strategy and layout Our design adopts the concept of "old bones and new muscles," preserving the characteristics of old buildings and embedding new functional elements to achieve a harmonious coexistence of old and new. Our design not only meets the physical environmental requirements of scientific research laboratories but also optimizes the spatial layout and improves efficiency through horizontal layering. Environmental and ecological benefits In terms of the environment, we have significantly improved the ecological environment by increasing the green space area from 18,700 square meters to 47,000 square meters. Our design focuses on the intensive use of construction land to achieve an ecologically preferred scientific research office area. #architecture #ArchitecturalDesign #UrbanRenewal #RenovationInspiration #IndustrialTransformation #AdaptiveReuse #LifeSciences #SustainableLiving #GreenArchitecture #Biotechnology #ClimateAction

🧬 We're excited to unveil our design for TSlP - A Life Science Park! Project: TSlP Size: 107549m² Location: Beijing Architect: Society Particular (SOPA) A renovation of historically significant old factory buildings, aiming to transform their functions to meet the high standards of modern scientific research. https://lnkd.in/g9KFt4Xh #architecture #ArchitecturalDesign #UrbanRenewal #RenovationInspiration #IndustrialTransformation #AdaptiveReuse #LifeSciences #SustainableLiving #GreenArchitecture #Biotechnology #ClimateAction

SKYBOWL is an innovative transformation of the unused rooftop of Hisense Plaza into a vibrant public amphitheater. Designed by Society Particular (SOPA) #urbandesign #ArchitectureDesign #PublicSpace #CityLife #Amphitheater #Architecture #UrbanRenewal #Rooftop #UrbanDevelopment

The Skybowl, designed by Society Particular (SOPA), is a rooftop amphitheater at Hisense Plaza in Qingdao. The project aims to convert the mall's rooftop into a lively public space. The amphitheater's lightweight and transparent structure minimally disrupts the existing architecture. The amphitheater uses elevation changes to bring in natural light, features a spatial steel structure system that minimizes the need for columns and utilizes a hyperbolic paraboloid shell for enhanced structural efficiency. It serves as a public gathering space, cultural stage, and performance platform, ensuring unobstructed bay views and fostering an inclusive atmosphere. #parametricarchitecture #parametricdesign #SOPA #SkyBowl #china

El anfiteatro en la azotea del SKYBOWL de Society Particular (SOPA) integra el tejido urbano de Qingdao con la bahía Leer más: https://lnkd.in/gxkpiNrk #ArquitecturaInnovadora #DiseñoSostenible #EspacioPúblico #VistaPanorámica #CulturaUrbana #RenovaciónUrbana #TeatroAlAireLibre #ArquitecturaContemporánea #EspaciosVerdes #DiseñoDeTecho #EventosCulturales #ComunidadCreativa #CiudadYArquitectura #DiseñoParaTodos #ArquitecturaDeVanguardia

Witness Guinness World Record holder Rui Tian's incredible feat! 🏅 Using 50,000-80,000 bricks with no glue, no support — to create a SKY BOWL made of bricks! 🏟️ SKY BOWL designed by Society Particular (SOPA) #GuinnessWorldRecords #OlympicSpirit #architecture #design #Olympic #SKYBOWL

We transform mall rooftop into vibrant amphitheater in Qingdao read more on ParametricArchitecture: https://lnkd.in/gh7kzZTq #architecture #architecturaldesign #urbanplanning #design #innovation #mall