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Planet One

Coordination Asia

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Planet One is a 1,250 m2 mixed reality playground entertainment destination presents a hyper-connected and technology-driven lifestyle through shared real-world experiences. - COORDINATION ASIA, Charlie Xia
Raw materials such as copper, aluminium and glass are used throughout the venue, adding a touch of authenticity to the futuristic space populated with dynamic digital surfaces. - COORDINATION ASIA, Charlie Xia
An abundance of lounge areas allow players to socialise. - COORDINATION ASIA, Charlie Xia
Planet One is a 1,250 m2 mixed reality playground entertainment destination presents a hyper-connected and technology-driven lifestyle through shared real-world experiences. - COORDINATION ASIA, Charlie Xia

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JURY VOTES
Entertainment Venue
5.82
5.80
5.66
4.45
5.43
Emma Maxwell
Emma Maxwell Founder at Emma Maxwell Design
5.62
6.3
5.39
5
5.58
Chantal Vos
Chantal Vos Associate Partner at Kraaijvanger Architects
the interior puts you in another wo...
7
6
6
3
5.5
David del Valle
David del Valle Founder at Del Valle Studio
5.99
5
5.83
5
5.46
Hongdi Li
Hongdi Li Founder and Creative Director at Studio Lux
5
6
5
5
5.25
Samar Younes
Samar Younes Founder and Chief Imagination Officer at Samaritual
Great to see more exploration of mi...
7
7
6.5
4
6.13
Philipp Schlauch
Philipp Schlauch Senior Workplace Consultant at Drees & Sommer
6.25
6
5.5
3.5
5.31
Hihope Zhu
Hihope Zhu Founder and Chief Architect at Archihope
6
5
5
4
5
Niels Kramer
Niels Kramer Creative Director EMEA at Tétris Design & Build
Why do futuristic techno driven spa...
6
6
6
4
5.5
Eunice Wu
Eunice Wu Property Director at China Merchants Shekou
5
5
5
5
5
Corey Martin
Corey Martin Principal Designer at Hacker Architects
4.63
4.57
5.57
4.13
4.73
Collin Burry
Collin Burry Design Principal at Gensler
5.5
6.18
6.03
5.73
5.86
Vincent Zhang
Vincent Zhang Cofounder at Domani Group Limited
5.88
6.5
6.09
5
5.87
Client
Planet O Shanghai
Floor area
1250 ㎡
Completion
2021
Social Media
Instagram Facebook Linkedin
Finishes
Lighting

Planet One is a mixed reality hub that provides entertainment, leisure and excitement for the variety-craving millennials and Gen Z in China. Planet One showcases a digital-centred lifestyle in a 1,250 m2 space located at a prominent location in downtown Shanghai. The space offers multiple opportunities for live gaming contests, lectures, coding workshops and events. As a versatile and flexible platform, this venue actively engages customers both online and offline, blurring the boundary between the virtual realm and reality. 

The design adopts an aesthetic that captures the integration of virtual experience into real-world social activities. Raw materials such as copper, aluminium and glass are used throughout the venue, adding a touch of authenticity to the futuristic space populated with dynamic digital surfaces. Perforated and corrugated aluminium walls reflect the lights and colours from the LED walls, evoking an ethereal mood that connects the digital and physical environment. Transparent foldable LED walls surrounding the main stage allow visibility between customers in different areas and visually connect the activities' spectators and participants. 

The combination of warm colour blocks on the PVC floor serves as visual guidance and distinction of different regions of the space. A system of LED light lines on the ceiling runs throughout the venue. Pulsating with dynamic colours, this ceiling light installation navigates guests in the space. The LED light lines form an impactful grid structure at the main stage, giving the area an undeniable focal point. The setting of the main stage offers a variety of activities, ranging from shows to live-streaming e-sport tournaments, from Yoga classes to coding workshops. Integrated with a stage, large LED walls and comfortable seatings, this area is where different communities can gather and meet. 

Not limited to a simple 'playground', a curated collection of offline digital experiences aims to attract excitement-craving young crowds. A range of popular programs satisfies customers with different interests. A laser tag arena presents various scenarios with mesmerising light effects. VR game stations are equipped with hanging screens that allow spectators to enjoy the games from third-person perspectives. There are also drone simulators as well as indoor flights for adventurous players. Aside from providing some of the most cutting-edge facilities, the restaurant area also features a cutting-edge 'robobar' that fits into the overarching narrative of a hi-tech playground. An array of eye-catching light installations in the shape of a moon perching on top of the counter further elevates the futuristic atmosphere. 

Planet One offers an engaging journey at this multifunctional entertainment hub, attracting a community of technology-driven lifestyles in Shanghai.