When it came time to design this centrally-located transit pavilion – nestled between two skyscrapers in the heart of Beijing – the client and architect asked for beautiful structure that could attract attention despite its low profile.
While the final detailing of the structure would ultimately be designed and implemented by local Chinese engineers, Fast + Epp was responsible for providing adequate information that the architect’s design intent was achieved.
Our structural solution featured a clean design and detailing, with exposed structure and sweeping gestures. Two curved planes of glass formed an enclosure using slender steel sections for framing, with cantilevered end walls and a curving façade.
The resulting space is dramatic and achieves its original intent; it has a noticeable presence in this busy area of Beijing.
