Rocco Design Architects Associates Ltd

29/02/2024

An exciting update on the progress of our project, the Ping An Credit Card Headquarters site in Qianhai, Shenzhen.

We are currently in the phase for the facade installation.
Please stay tuned for further updates on the project's completion.

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Rocco Design Architects Associates Ltd

08/02/2024

We are very happy to tell you that Essence Financial Securities has been nominated for the ArchDaily 2024 Building of the Year Awards.

Voting is open until February 13th, so be sure to spread the word and gather as much support as possible within this timeframe.
Please share this exciting news with your colleagues, clients, friends, and followers on social media platforms. Your network's support can make a significant difference in the outcome of the voting process!

Vote now: https://boty.archdaily.com/us/2024/candidates/160951/essence-financial-securities-slash-rocco-design-architects-associates

About Essence Financial Securities
Essence Financial Securities is a 193.5-meter-tall headquarters building for featuring triple- and septuple-height courtyards that rise through the floors. Located in Futian, the central business district of Shenzhen, the tower combines two separate headquarters offices, financial trading halls, and commercial office space into a vertical neighborhood. The headquarters offices occupy three stacks of floors at the upper reaches of the tower. All are defined by voids at the center of the floorplates—rising six floors in the lower headquarters and three in the upper—that act as communal courtyards and visually interconnect the floors into cohesive office clusters.
RDA developed a novel structural approach to achieve the courtyards, using a twin-side core with an exoskeleton reinforced by horizontal trusses above the western low zone core. This frees the center of the floorplates from structural elements and makes it possible to cut the courtyard through them—creating visually interconnected and cohesive multi-floor offices. The courtyards also generate a chimney effect that enhances ventilation and passive temperature regulation, resulting in a highly sustainable workplace while improving natural light in high zone offering the atria with a breathtaking view of the surrounding golf course.

27/12/2023

SCT Gulfstream Center
Address: Baoan District, Shenzhen 深圳市宝安区甲岸南路与宝兴路交叉路口西北侧
Design Year: 2019
Completion Year: 2023
SCT Gulfstream Center, located amidst towering office towers, offers breathtaking views of Shenzhen Bay. Its design features interlocking boxes and tiered terraces that connect the building to the waterfront and plaza below. Thoughtfully crafted terraces create dynamic spaces, integrating indoor and outdoor realms. The upper floors boast east-facing terraces with vertical greenery, providing a serene ambiance. The office tower is composed of two distinct blocks, adorned in different shades, with strategically placed vertical fins enhancing the architectural composition. SCT Gulfstream Center showcases architectural excellence, blending functionality, aesthetics, and urban engagement.

21/11/2023

We would like to share some highlights from the unforgettable HKIA award night! We are beyond excited to announce that we received not one, not two, but THREE awards that evening!

Firstly, we are deeply honored to have received the prestigious HKIA award outside Hong Kong in the Public Space/Civic/Communal Building category for our exceptional work on the Baoan Cultural Complex. This recognition is a testament to our commitment to creating spaces that inspire and connect communities.

Secondly, we are humbled to have received the special award in the Architectural Installation, Curation & Exhibition Design for the project "Dancing Forest: 'RE-birth'". This project holds a special place in our hearts, and we are grateful for the recognition of its innovative and impactful design.

Last but certainly not least, we are overjoyed to have been awarded the Medal of the Year for the iconic "Hong Kong Palace Museum". This project represents the culmination of our passion for preserving cultural heritage and creating spaces that captivate and inspire.

We extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible team, partners, and supporters who have been instrumental in making these achievements possible.

Stay tuned for more updates as we share our journey with you. Let's celebrate this incredible honor and the transformative power of architecture!

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21/11/2023

We are incredibly honored and excited to announce that we have been awarded the prestigious Medal of the Year for our outstanding work on the "Hong Kong Palace Museum" project.

This recognition is a testament to the unwavering commitment of our entire team. We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to contribute to such a culturally significant project that celebrates the rich heritage of Hong Kong.

Through meticulous attention to detail and innovative design, we have strived to create a space that not only preserves history but also captivates and inspires. The "Hong Kong Palace Museum" stands as a beacon of our shared heritage, connecting generations and fostering a deeper appreciation for our cultural roots.

We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the incredible individuals, partners, and collaborators who have been instrumental in bringing this vision to life. Without your support and expertise, this achievement would not have been possible.

As we reflect on this milestone, we are filled with gratitude and renewed inspiration. We are excited to continue our journey, pushing boundaries and creating spaces that leave a lasting impact on communities and individuals alike.

16/10/2023

Join us for an upcoming lecture on October 17th at the National University of Singapore, where Rocco Yim explores the essence of architecture inspired by Hong Kong's urban conditions. Discover how traits like resourcefulness, flexibility, practicality, and inclusiveness shape Hong Kong's unique architectural identity, resulting in innovative design strategies such as stacking, mixing, linking, blurring, and embracing.

During the lecture, Rocco will discuss selected projects from our office, including the East Kowloon Culture Centre and the Hong Kong Palace Museum, among others. These projects serve as examples that demonstrate how these principles create meaningful architectural works within the city's social and physical context.

Don't miss this exciting event! See you there!

Venue:
SDE3 LEVEL 4, LT427 DESIGN FORUM

Date and Time:
17 Oct 2023, 6:30p.m
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10/10/2023

We are excited to announce that Rocco will be delivering a lecture at the University of Singapore this month. Join us as we eagerly anticipate this special event, where Rocco will share his insights with the university community on the topic of "Learning from Hong Kong." Please find the details below and don't forget to register in advance.

Date:
17 October 2023

Venue:
SDE3, Level 4, LT427 Design Forum
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Lecture Abstract
Rocco Yim’s lecture looks at what defines architecture, taking inspiration from the urban conditions of Hong Kong.

Recognizing that Hong Kong’s ‘regional-ness’ has seldom been driven by cultures of materiality or tectonics, Rocco examined the unique social culture which exemplifies traits such as resourcefulness, flexibility, practicality and inclusiveness that are instrumental in the formulation of effective design strategies such as stacking, mixing, linking, blurring and embracing. This ultimately results in architectural works that are special but, at the same time, particularly meaningful in Hong Kong’s social and physical context.

Register using the following link: https://nus.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_diFMBGlZOu6ziaq
Or simply scan the QR code on the poster.

National University of Singapore

10/09/2023

We extend our appreciation to all participants of our in-house design competition, which aimed to foster a creative and collaboration culture within our office!

By encouraging everyone to explore new design options and pushing the boundaries of zero carbon architecture, we sought to create an environment where fresh ideas flourish and collaboration thrives.

09/09/2023

Our 香港故宮文化博物館 Hong Kong Palace Museum has won the Gold Award in the Social Public Project category at the 9th CREDAWARD!

Congratulations to all the other award winners. Check out the details at https://www.credaward.com/en/award-winners-9th/.

28/08/2023

Our recently completed office tower, Essence Financial Securities, has been featured in Domus.

Check out the article for more details:
https://www.domusweb.it/en/news/gallery/2023/08/24/rocco-design-architects-completed-a-directional-high-tower-with-an-innovative-structure.html

Rocco Design Architects has completed the new directional high tower In the financial district of the Chinese tech capital.

01/07/2023

Exciting news! Our 香港故宮文化博物館 Hong Kong Palace Museum has been shortlisted for the INDE.Awards 2023 under "The Building" category. This award recognizes projects that not only push the boundaries of architecture but also embrace the local community and culture.

We are proud to be recognized for our efforts in creating a space that represents the future of architecture while paying homage to our rich history and heritage.

For details: https://www.indeawards.com/category/the-building-2023/

20/06/2023

We are excited to share that our “Art Village and Mall in Shapu” has been recognized as an "Award of Excellence" winner in the Urban Habitat category of the CTBUH 2023 Awards Program. This prestigious award program, organized by The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, recognizes projects that have contributed significantly to the advancement of tall buildings and the urban environment.

The Shapu development spans a total area of approximately 1,500,000m2 and features various components including the Art & Design Museum, Art Mall, Artists Village, and more. It embodies three major urban planning principles – human-scale streetscapes, plazas with varying scales and atmospheres, and directional yet iconic landmarks – to create a dynamic and engaging urban environment that offers a human scale and strong visual linkages.

For details: https://awards.ctbuh.org/winners/?category=urban-habitat-award -finalists