The Yard, Dalian Cultural Center / Neri&Hu Design and Research Office

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Text description provided by the architects.Our design for a new mixed-use creative development is located in the heart ofDalianin close proximity to university campuses and software parks. The existing compound comprises 6 buildings dating back 40 years, which formerly served as offices, warehouses, and dormitories for a chemical research institute. Our design challenge was to find an architectural language that could unify the buildings which all have varying heights and distinct facades which have undergone previous renovation efforts. The most prominent building within the site is a former workers dormitory featuring a series of wooden gates and garage stalls used for repairs in the past.