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World-Class Artificial Intelligence (WLA) Laboratory

Prize(s) Honorable Mentions
Lighting Design/Product Company HANDU ASSOCIATES
Lead Designers Yankai Hu
Client PARKLAND GROUP
Photo Credits Justin
Completion Date 2024007.02
Project Location Shanghai,China
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Entry Description

The project involves lighting design for the World-Class Artificial Intelligence Laboratory in the Shanghai Lingang World-Class Scientist Community, near Dishui Lake. Located about 29 kilometers south of Pudong International Airport, the facility will serve as a global hub for Nobel laureates and elite scientific teams, functioning as a high-end industrial headquarters, a top innovation lab, and a green smart base.
In this forward-looking project, the design team integrates advanced scientific elements through light and shadow, focusing on the characteristics of the future. The goal is to innovate within a new industrial framework and deepen human experiences. Architecturally, the blend of internal translucence with exterior facade lighting eliminates boundaries and enriches the building’s form. Inside, multi-level lighting creates flexible spaces that combine intelligent functionality with creative social interactions. The dynamic light and shadow effects stimulate scientific imagination, closely aligning with the project’s vision. This design embodies the artisan spirit—dedicated, meticulous craftsmanship—ensuring that this ethos is evident throughout every stage of development.