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In coastal China, a colossal sundial is designed to cultivate community connection

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Informed by meticulous solar studies, Sun Tower's unique conical shape serves a dual purpose: it is a functional sundial and a cultural hub. - Iwan Baan
Constructed with two slanted concrete shells, the tower absorbs the sounds of waves, amplifying them through the amphitheatre at its base. - Jonathan Leijonhufvud
The semi-outdoor theatre is oriented to the summer solstice sunrise over Zhifu Island, anchoring the design in celestial alignment. - Iwan Baan

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Client
YEDA City Development Group
Floor Area
4,960 sq-m

Located in the Yeda Development Zone in Yantai, northeast China, the 50-m-tall Sun Tower is designed to follow the path of the sun, while also serving as a cultural hub for the local community.

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