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Design Achievement Huawei Jinyuan Single Apartment Project is in Shenzhen, northeast of Huawei's HEADQUARTERS Base, and the apartments are planned to be built for single employees to live. There is a topographic height difference in the site, and it is divided into two plots by the road, the southeast side of the plot is close to the reservoir and has a good view of sight. Our design selects the adjacent part of the two plots as the main entrance, conforms to the shape of the site and the view corridor to introduce a northwest-southeast axis, and sets up a pedestrian bridge connect the two plots. The building forms a multi-clusters layout around the axis, so that the entire axis public landscape belt and the internal cluster landscape of the community are considered, to provide residents with a homogeneous view of the landscape. At the same time, considering the requirements of the community FAR, our design Laid out both the high-rise towers and multi-story slab buildings, providing a rich and changing spatial shape and skyline, and different apartment types are available for employees to choose from. The ground floor of the building is used as a parking garage in an overall elevation manner in combination with the terrain, which solves the parking problem while enriching the interestingness of the landscape and reducing the budget of the project. Scope Summary Huawei Jinyuan Single Apartment project located in Shenzhen, with a land area of 167,301 square meters, an above-ground construction area of 269,052 sqm, an underground building 127,049 sqm, FAR of 1.71, and a total of 4,360 single-room apartments and 913 suite apartments. The project is equipped with a small number of necessary commercial facilities.
Design Achievement – The new medical building replaces an existing older building that can no longer support the modern educational and lab environments necessary for a health care education. DLR Group’s tenant improvement design transforms a pre-existing office building into a modern health care education environment with classroom and lab configurations that support integrated and hands-on learning. Scope Summary – The Medical Building involved renovating xx square meters of space. DLR Group provided master planning, architectural design and interior design services in collaboration with QuestWorks Architecture which served as Architect of Record.
Design Achievement Huawei's Taiyuan R&D center located on the south side of Jinyang Lake in Taiyuan, North of China. The site surrounded by parks and some block-type commercial and hotels. The project provides office space for two different department of Huawei, as well as a canteen and a hotel. The north side of the site, Jinyang Lake, has an open corridor of sight view and beautiful scenery, the F.A.R of the project is low, and it is necessary to align with the requirements of the local planned building height limit. The design adopts a free-form group layout, and the building adopts different orientations and forms, forming several groups of building clusters with free form and excellent landscape vision. At the same time, several artificial lakes are laid out inside the park, which have become the landscape core of the building clusters. The inner road layout of the park also considers the characteristics of the overall planning, using free linearity, so that the overall planning and natural environment are integrated, just like a town built in the forest, and providing a comfortable office environment for Huawei employees. Combined with long-term considerations, the project will use part of the land as reserved development land, which can not only provide centralized green space, but also provide possibilities for future construction. Scope Summary Huawei Taiyuan R&D center project site area of 320,000 sqm, above ground construction area of 110,657 sqm, mainly including R & D office, short-term rental apartments / hotels and other functions. The hotel includes a centralized reception hotel and independent VIP suite rooms, the number of building floors is mainly 4 to 5 floors, the underground construction area is 80,000 sqm, mainly for underground garages and service buildings. DLR Group provides conceptual design of this project.
Design Achievement The project site locates in Huangshan next to the East Huangshan Scenic Area. The project aims to build an international convention & exhibition center based in this full of Chinese characteristic place. It would be a huge platform to potentially drive economic development and boost the benefits of surrounding industries. DLR Group’s design focus on combining & utilizing traditional elements with modern strategies, bringing natural landscape and convention exhibition space together. To do this, our team introduces the overlapping pitched roof and conventional wetland garden, giving the feeling of the silhouette of mountains. The garden strengthens the relations between in and out. Also, we are aiming to create a multifunctional platform not only for meetings and exhibitions, but also provide great opportunities for any events like New-product Release, Fashion Show, Annual Staff Party and etc. Scope Summary The scope of design for this project encompassed improvements to approximately 20,000 Sqm floor area for the 1St phase design on a 64,200 Sqm space, 25,000 Sqm floor area for the 2nd phase development on a 96,400 Sqm land in total. The program includes multi-function hall for meetings and exhibitions, small & medium sized meeting rooms, outdoor exhibition space, kitchen, and outdoor garden. DLR Group provided architecture, landscape, and interiors.
Design Achievement – Located directly across the street from the U.S. Embassy, the Siyani Campus of Cavendish University holds a prestigious and high profile location they want to maximize. DLR Group’s design of the primary academic building completely renovates the interiors and updates and expands the exterior to better reflect the modern, 21st Century education they offer. The updated building contains classrooms, computer labs, a library, student services and administrative spaces. Scope Summary – The Siyani renovation and addition covers xxx square meters and is scheduled to complete construction in December 2016. DLR Group provided master planning, architectural design and interior design services in collaboration with Questworks Architecture which served as Architect of Record.
Design Achievement – As the need and expectations for higher education increase throughout Uganda, Cavendish University is quickly becoming one of the leading providers of a high quality educational experience. Their high aspirations quickly resulted in improving the condition of their existing facilities and planning for future enhancements across their campuses. DLR Group’s design creates a modern educational experience for their prestigious College of Law within an existing building that was originally designed by QuestWorks Architecture. The new interiors includes traditional classrooms, a library, student lounge, administrative spaces and a mute court. The design also integrates an exterior roof deck complete with shades as a way to integrate informal social spaces that encourage student-to-student interaction while not increasing the overall square feet of the project. Scope Summary – The Acacia renovation covers xxx square meters and is scheduled to complete construction in June of 2016. DLR Group provided master planning, architectural design and interior design services in collaboration with Questworks Architecture which served as Architect of Record.
Design Narrative – Without doubt, EVs are the trend for future world, and ZEEKR is a brand new Chinese Brand which features cutting-edge auto-pilot and fast-charging battery technologies. And most of their customers are millennials who love to embrace new things. Our design goal is to create a car showroom which features modern, hi-tech, futuristic looking, also has a membership club which host private events and have catering area for loyalty program. Scope Summary – On the first floor, we put vehicle display as priority, with film lighting which would well-showcase the beauty of the product – car, and other Accessories. While the membership club on the second floor has cleaner and hospitality looking and feel which would have cinema room, and keep the area close to the façade open, which would allow people to view the steet.
Design Achievement - This 450,000 sq ft mixed-use development includes a number of interdependent uses on a limited site including retail, office, hotel and housing. While the health and wellbeing of the occupant is a primary design motivator on all projects, DLR Group has designed this tower to take full advantage of the hospitable climate in Nairobi to support a fully indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Private and communal decks and terraces start at the outdoor dining terrace above the retail plinth and stretch all the way up the façade. The office floors each have small decks for escaping the work place when needed. Halfway up the structure is the health club for the hotel, complete with a swimming pool on the outdoor terrace, oriented for full sun exposure in the cooler months. The serviced apartments all have large decks, and finally the roof of the tower is an outdoor bar terrace with views across Nairobi. Scope Summary - This tower rises 320 feet above its ridgeline site along the Argwings Kodek Road. The 50,000 square foot retail plinth includes an auto showroom, food and beverage establishments and lobbies for the hotel, offices and serviced apartments.. The tower has eight levels of office accommodation with many of the levels interconnected for larger companies. These offices have access to conferencing facilities that are run by the hotel above. The seven story hotel has 125 rooms and a number of fully serviced apartments. The base of the tower, just above the plinth is a private club that also houses the conferencing facilities for the offices. This club also operates a roof-top bar with panoramic meeting room and terrace seating. DLR Group is providing planning, architecture, and engineering services in conjunction with our local partner firm for our client Spartan Developers.
Design Achievement - Huawei's Tianjin flagship store is located in Tianjin's most famous commercial pedestrian street, which is also a century-old protected building - Tianjin Jiaotong Hotel Building. Formerly known as Jiaotong Hotel, designed and built in 1928 by French architect Muller, it is located at the intersection of Consul General Du Road and General Foch Road (Binjiang Road) in the French Concession of Tianjin, opposite the Qianyechang Building, Huizhong Hotel Building and Zhejiang Industrial Bank Building, and is a historical style building of Tianjin Heping District Cultural Relics Protection Unit and Key Protection Level.   The Tianjin Jiaotong Hotel Building is a five-story brick-concrete French-style building, partially six-story. The façade layout of the building is geometric with right angles and rectangles, with a through-top eaves and a pagoda top watchtower in the southwest corner. Between the first and second floors of the building, there are horizontal convex lines, the second and fifth floors are decorated with longitudinal pilasters, and the façade of the building is mixed with walls and open windows. Huawei's Tianjin flagship store is located on the first and second floors, and the façade of the historical building is renovated through the method of "repairing the old as old", re-dividing the glass partition along the street window on the first floor, maintaining the minimalist style of the Huawei brand, showing the brand logo, and reflecting each other with the interior. During the renovation of the façade, the design team conducted many historical materials to check and compare, trying their best to restore the original historical appearance of original Jiaotong Hotel, while also meeting Huawei's brand positioning of "extreme, pure, simple, and high-end".   Scope Summary - Under the premise of retaining the original building structure, the first floor considers Huawei exhibition, Huawei coffee, automobile display, sports and health, and product sales, among which the stairs linking the first and second floors pose great challenges to the design, especially in the use of materials, the actual application of construction technology, the design team has simultaneously considered the implementability of landing at the beginning of the design.   As the Huawei exhibition, the main entrance will be a bridge between the Huawei brand and the historical building, attracting customers to the flagship store is not only the product itself, but the design has also made a special immersive design for the exhibition space, and the structural columns retained after the removal of the original elevator shafts on both sides will be used as the main façade for displaying paintings. Both the interior design and the theme definition will form a wonderful dialogue between Tianjin's cultural history and brand. The addition of vegetation wall introduces natural elements into the interior, cleverly hiding the abruptness of the structural columns of the main entrance. The ceiling uses a light film to create virtual skylight, making the overall illumination of the main entrance more attractive from the outside. Huawei Coffee on the side of the exhibition hall also forms a functional echo with the main entrance, and customers can enjoy the experience upgrade brought by coffee service while viewing the exhibition. The car display area is adjacent to Binjiang Road on the other side of the main entrance, combined with the entire glass curtain wall of the façade to form a better display. In the case of retaining the primary and secondary beams, the ceiling uses algae wells and LEDs to ensure that the car display lighting is uniform and free of dark shadows.   As a floor-to-ceiling glass sliding door for the overall customer experience scene, the sports and health area is integrated into personal training exercise classes, yoga, bicycles, etc., and the linear ceiling light strip and the overall nine-square grid ceiling of the exhibition hall form two areas to distinguish. The spiral staircase leading to the second floor is the design highlight of the first floor, using matt stainless-steel handrails and artificial stone stairs to bring guests into the second floor like floating clouds. The design elements on the second floor follow the minimalist and pure method of the first floor, and arrange themed spaces such as Huawei office, Huawei community, and Huawei smart home. In particular, the entrance garden is designed at the main entrance of Huawei Home to allow customers to get a more realistic natural atmosphere. The project design has made a new definition for Huawei's Tianjin flagship store from several service projects, including façade renovation, interior design, and commercial function planning.
Design Achievement - The International Mall in Mombasa honors the Swahili architectural heritage of the East African coast, and local artisan skills. To this end, DLR Group has asked Urko Sanchez, a Swahili design expert, to assist in the composition of the spaces and facades. The layout of the retail center is fashioned after the Islamic tradition of souks rather than western malls. The external appearance is clean and modern, with Swahili influences and cladding of a locally-quarried coral. The courtyards feature more ornate Swahili designs. To bolster local engagement and employment, the office building features a Swahili-influenced, timber, solar-shading envelope that is built in small sections by the neighbors themselves and merely assembled by the general contractor. The design and layout further embraces diversity of clientele - including a local community of Christian and Muslim neighbors as well as visiting business people from other parts of Kenya and the world - all of whom the mall will cater to without impeding the enjoyment of each other. Scope Summary - The development is directly adjacent to the Mombasa International Airport and will serve as a gateway for business travelers; supporting and enhancing the retail offer for the adjacent community. The overall development is about 350,000 square feet. The retail offer is 200,000 square feet with a food anchor and three distinct shopping zones for women and children, men, and finally families and business tourists. In addition to shops there are a series of food and beverage offers as well as healthcare and banking opportunities. The business visitors are provided with a 130 key, 3-star business hotel that has conference facilities. It also shares a swimming pool with a commercial fitness center. The last component is a naturally-ventilated 55,000 square foot office building over seven stories with one level dedicated to a local higher education satellite “campus”. DLR Group is providing planning, architecture, and engineering services in conjunction with our local partner firm for our client International Malls Ltd.
Design Achievement – Set in Kenya’s capital city of Nairobi, The Habitat is a new, trendy hotel intended to be a landmark in the Hurlingham community. The building, designed by Italian architects, DRME, is located directly on Argwings Kodhek Road where a signature signboard draws the attention of passing people and attracts walk-in business. This 3-star hotel, with elevated comfort, look, and feel, is designed to exceed the expectations of its target market - the international and regional business traveler. DLR Group’s design blends hyper chic, high tech, and relaxation to clearly distinguish The Habitat from neighborhood hotels as well as other existing and new hotels planned in the greater Nairobi area. Use of local art to support and provide an avenue of exposure for Kenyan artists was a strong consideration while developing the program and design for the hotel. Scope Summary – With 132 guestrooms at 11 stories, the interior scope of work for the 135,000 SF includes reception/lobby, restaurant, bar/lounge, conference room/event space, fitness center, guestrooms and corridors, outdoor terrace and rooftop pool & bar. This ground up, new construction property is built in a country seeing massive, rapid development. The hotel program is heavily focused on F&B components by optimizing SF in guestrooms and dedicating more area to the social functions of the hotel. DLR Group provided interior design services.
Design Achievement - Located in the heart of Pearl Bay, the project is an essential part of the strategic development of Nansha District. DLR Group’s design of the office buildings creates a flexible and enticing environment where people are excited to come to work. The building placement and view corridors immerse workers and visitors in views of the Zhujiang River. The transparency of the immense curtain wall creates connects life inside the building with activity outside. The dynamic curved building form and façade present a distinct architectural character for the area. The sunken plaza and green spaces between buildings provide spaces for informal meetings and exchanges of ideas between workers. Scope Summary - The project encompasses the design of one high rise office tower and five mid-rise office buildings, parking for 530 cars, and outdoor spaces on the 16,800 m2 site. The 87,970 m2 new construction includes 52,180 m2 office area and 29,190 underground parking space. Amenities include onsite cafeteria, convenience store, book store, bank, and coffee shop. DLR Group provided architecture services.
Design Achievement - The minds behind the CampusCiti hostels aspire to be the leading student lifestyle brand in Africa by providing 100,000 beds of high quality student housing across the continent. Their variety of service offerings and approach to providing a modern, vibrant and supportive student environment to their tenants differentiates them in the marketplace. DLR Group’s design approach captures the spirit of their brand and, through a modular design method, is allowing them test and validate potential sites very quickly with minimal time investment. The exterior design is bold, modern and iconic, appealing to the targeted market of Gen Z students who will be completing their tertiary education in Kilifi. The primary materials are concrete/plaster, wood paneling and glass. As this prototype is rolled out to new locations, the goal is to retain as many of the materials as possible to reinforce the brand, but also adapt to be contextually appropriate in each location. DLR Group believes that sustainable design pays respect to the environment and site of each project we do, as well as reduces operational costs for their owners. As we move forward, we will identify ways to make the best use of locally sourced materials and talents as well as the advantages of the local climate. Scope Summary - CampusCiti Kilifi is a two hundred bed student hostel comprised of five bedroom apartment style units and single bed modified traditional rooms. The services and amenities are consistent with the type of student experience that students and parents will come to expect from a CampusCiti property. These amenities include a restaurant, pool, game room, study rooms, computer labs and fitness room. DLR Group is providing Architectural design services for this 7,500 sq m facility as well as prototype design development that CampusCiti will use to test and develop future properties with DLR Group.
Design Achievement - This one million SF development overlooking a neighborhood park addresses the need for a town center in the Nairobi neighborhood of Kileleshwa. Britam Holdings Ltd. selected DLR Group to design this mixed-use town center that terraces down this sloping site to address the main ring road at the low end of the site and frame views of the arboretum park on the opposite slope. The retail podium falls across three levels with an entrance at the upper level and lower level. The large anchor tenant is located on the intermediate level to effortlessly drive footfall throughout the site. Each use has a separate entry and a separate security regime relevant to the users. None of the uses make any concessions to deliver a fully integrated mixed-use development; all the buildings have their own address, front door and parking. Scope Summary - The development is directly adjacent to the Nairobi Arboretum and will give a real sense of identity and location to the neighborhood it serves. To this end it is conceived of as a new public space with a collection of loosely related buildings around this communal space, rather than as a homogenous and inward-looking development. This will make it feel like it belongs to the residents of the area, and will encourage them to use it more often. The buildings around this space deliver a 100 room business hotel, 75 serviced apartments, 100,000 SF of naturally-ventilated, class-A office, a 120-unit residential high-rise, and 200,000 SF of retail and leisure over three levels at the base of the other uses. All this sits over a terraced parking with independent cores for access to the uses above. DLR Group is providing planning and architecture services in conjunction with our local partner firm.
Design Achievement - Changsha PingAn Fortune Center provides the employees of PingAn Insurance Group — one of the world’s biggest investment and asset management companies — with a world class work environment, and will become a new landmark of Changsha CBD. DLR Group’s design maximizes the river-facing façade and takes full advantage of the view of Xiangjiang River. Suggesting the memory of the outcrops and geological forces of Xiangjiang River, the symmetrically stacked building imitates a waterfall falling off the mountains and flowing into the river, architecturally connecting the city and nature. The stacked massing creates spaces for multiple semi-private roof gardens shared by specific office areas and apartment units, providing valuable common areas to the work and living environment. Scope Summary - The 11,517 m2 site is located in Changsha downtown, adjacent to Xiangjiang river. The 200 m, 45-level highrise tower comprises 41,350 m2 office area, 43,025 m2 luxurious apartment area, 2,000 m2 retail space, and 26,200 m2 underground parking space that provides 691 parking stalls. The office space on lower levels and apartment units on higher levels are separated by a sky lobby located on the 22nd and 23rd level. With rectangular floor plan and core on the back side of the building, nearly 100 percent of the office tenant spaces and apartment units have full or partial river view. DLR Group provided architecture design services.
Egerton University is the oldest institution of higher learning in Kenya. It was founded as a Farm School in 1939 and in 1950, the School was upgraded to an Agricultural College offering diploma programmes. In 1979, the Government of Kenya and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) funded a major expansion of the institution. The Existing campus facilities were meant to accommodate 3,000 students in a tight-knit core which mixes academic, research, administrative, athletic and residential facilities.  Thanks to this diverse mix, the half-mile pedestrian spine connecting the core components has become a vibrant place for student interaction and even today creates a small and  personal community despite being a very large institution with over 16,000 students. The university is aware that enrollment growth has provided both challenges and opportunities and anticipates that this growth will propel university development In light of this context, the Master Plan will: Accommodate enrollment growth within a development framework that unifies the campus. Evaluate the responsible capacity of the West & East Campus at full build-out and create a plan that respects that capacity in a sustainable manner. Develop an implementation plan that aligns with the academic, financial and enrollment goals set by the University’s Strategic Plan for the next 100 years.
Design Achievement - Beginning in 2011, Shanghai's suburban Baoshan District has implemented an economy pattern upgrade plan, strategically transforming from an industrial town relying on its iron and steel industry to a modern sustainable city offering commercial, high tech industry, and tourism opportunities. The development of Baoshan Harbor is one of the key parts of the plan. DLR Group’s study provides a comprehensive analysis of the natural, social, and economic strengths and weakness of the Baoshan District as well as the opportunities and challenges of the development of the harbor city. The master plan study also fulfills the client’s mission of economy pattern upgrade and their goal of demonstrating a commitment to sustainable urban growth in Shanghai. Scope Summary - The master plan for Baoshan Harbor City Phase II compasses 105,545 m2 of land, and includes 517,085 m2 new construction and reuse of existing facilities. The site will include cruise terminal and support spaces, office, hotel, museum, retail, commercial, education, and apartment buildings as well as transit hubs and public green spaces. The master plan study also includes cruise-transit transportation connections, regional transportation, historic preservation, public open space system and storm water treatment. DLR Group provided case studies, programming, master plan study, and conceptual landscape design services.
Design Achievement - This 9-year school is located on a triangular site adjacent to the on-ramp of Sugang Freeway. DLR Group’s design provides practical solutions to the challenges brought by the complicated traffic and inefficient site shape, and achieves the goals of providing natural connection, flexibility, transparency, and sense of belonging. A sloped green belt starts from the main entry of the campus located on the southeast of the site, extends along the curved academic buildings, and ends at the elevated soccer field, tying the whole campus together and complementing the student center in the heart of the campus. Scope Summary - The project encompasses the design of a 9-year school and a kindergarten located on 2 separate sites. The 3,610 m2 kindergarten on the 6,017 m2 site will serve 270 children in 9 classes. The 47,705 m2 9-year school on the 35,095 site will accommodate 1,425 students in 45 classes. The school includes a 30-class elementary school, a 15 class middle school, a dormitory building that serves both staff and students, and a student center that includes a theater, gymnasium, swimming pool, library, cafeteria, and support spaces. DLR Group provided architecture design services.
CONFIDENTIAL: images may be used, but project name, location, client, and financials must NOT be included. Please cite as: Name: Shanghai Lab Project, P.R.C Location: Shanghai P.R.C. Design Achievement - China is undertaking the development of a world leading higher-energy research laboratory facilities at the Chinese National Science Research Center in Shanghai. Once it is complete, it will be the only other such research center in the world after the European Council for Nuclear Research (CERN) laboratory in France. The above ground building at Well 5 and its surrounding ancillary structure are dedicated to research facilities with a grand reception hall for visitors, as the main entrance of the laboratory, it serves as the face of the entire campus, transcending the underlying spirit of the cutting edge research center. Scope Summary - The Well 5 is located inside a public lawn between the east-bank of Sanba river and west side of Jihui Road, the site area is about 18,148m², vehicle access will be provided after the construction of an 9 meters wide, 117.5 long boulevard. DLR Group provided architectural design and interiors (reception hall) services.
HNTB thru Stream Realty engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 2733 Crystal Drive Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
Design Achievement - Shanghai is an important center of science and technology, trade, finance and information in China, and a place where world culture gathers. During the "13th Five-Year Plan" period, Shanghai Zhangjiang High-tech Industrial Development Zone has become increasingly prominent with its innovative strategic functions, the increasing concentration of innovative industries, the deepening of pioneering and pilot reforms, the increasingly perfect ecological environment of scientific and technological innovation, and the increasingly enhanced role of radiation leadership, which has achieved outstanding results as a development foundation. Plot 58-01 of the sub-central core area of Zhangjiang Science City is located in Shanghai Zhangjiang Science City and Zhangjiang City Sub-center, with a planning area of 0.87 square kilometers. The core area is bounded by Chuanyang River in the north, Copernicus Road in the west, and Huaxia Middle Road Elevated and Central Ring Road Elevated in the east and south. There is Rail Transit Line 13 in the core area, and Rail Transit Line 21 is planned. In the face of the increasingly fast-paced life, office workers are constantly putting forward new requirements for the diversified functions and space comfort of the workplace. The building is supplemented by a towering curtain wall, as if the curtain slowly opened the moment, showing all the surprises one by one on this high stage, becoming the dazzling light of Zhangjiang Central District. It not only opened a new chapter in Zhangjiang, but also opened a new vision of the project. Scope Summery - The east and west sides of the lobby on the first floor are used as the main entrances, with reception desks and intelligent building self-service systems respectively, waiting areas on the northwest and southwest sides, and water features on the northeast and southeast sides, echoing the outdoor landscape water features on the east side. Set up express storage points on the south side, distinguish between planning guests and logistics lines, and create a better business negotiation environment for the office lobby. The homogeneous separation of the first-floor wall presents atmospheric bright lines, and the corners use arc-shaped shapes, through rhythm changes, combined with the embellishment of lighting, to form different indoor rhythms, reflecting a sense of sophistication in homogeneity. The folding shape of the curtain style is also the inspiration of the stage curtain to make the elevator hall more eye-catching, through the intelligent layered management of the floor elevator hall, the use of signs to guide to the low, middle, high-rise floors. The ceiling uses a translucent film to illuminate the entire lobby environment, like a stage spotlight, opening up the experience of moving through the building. The two-floor shared sky lobby uses space flexibility to solve the diversity of future office needs, the layout is relatively flexible, and the functions of the space can be transformed at any time according to the current needs, socializing, gathering, casual meetings and even personal mobile office can be realized. The 42nd floor is conceived as a "bazaar in the cloud" concept, bringing more convenience and retail formats to the workplace, with the space mainly themed around the concept of cultural innovation, combined with art exhibitions and retail without boundaries Space experience. By 2025, it will take the lead in becoming a national innovation-driven development demonstration and high-quality development pilot zone, and basically build a high-tech park with global important influence. By 2035, the source of innovation will become the main engine leading high-quality development, major industries will enter the high end of the global value chain, and high-tech parks with global influence will be fully built.
Design Achievement - DLR Group has designed this building to serve our client's mission of creating affordable residential accommodation for the up-and-coming middle-class, mainly younger, people working in the city, as well as affordable office space for businesses just starting out. The ground level has retail units and a plaza that stretches out to the street to celebrate the orientation of the original Uganda Railway. The plaza is occupied by a small collection of kiosks that will activate the space and make it a vibrant place to eat, socialize, and spend time under the huge Jacaranda trees that have been there for decades. Scope Summary - The project consists of 375,000sf of mixed-use development over 32 levels. The base of the building is a multi-story retail and entertainment environment that engages the new public space. Above this is an automated parking garage with twin car-lifts, which presents an unusual solution driven by necessity, since there is not enough site area to create ramps, and bedrock is just beneath the surface, allowing only a single level basement. This basement will be the holding area for the automated parking system to ensure smooth operation and minimal wait times. These levels can be converted to further accommodation should the need for parking decrease in the future. All these uses are topped with a roof bar that has views of the area. DLR Group is providing planning and architecture services in conjunction with our local partner firm, Tectura International.
DESIGN ACHIEVEMENT - "Winding paths lead to secluded places, deep flowers and trees in the Zen room, pleasant bird nature of the mountains, and empty hearts in the shadows": The pleasant scenery, pleasant and pleasant departure layer, and the pleasant, relaxed and inclusive arrival layer have all given birth to the charming capital of Guangzhou and the leisurely picture of spring in all seasons. DLR Group fully demonstrates the style characteristics of Guangzhou South Railway Station's Chinese water vein and long-standing cultural context, and has improved the overall concept of the space from the visual, tactile and atmospheric aspects, comprehensively considering the eye-catching sign, the integration of advertising and the improvement of functions, and solved all aspects of problems from multiple angles. It completely broke people's concept of large public transport stations. Let Guangzhou South Railway Station take a new look and drive into the next wonderful journey. "Land for water, people for people" – Guangzhou South Railway Station Renovation, China Finalist for the competition: The speedy railway is a beating vein connecting cities, listening to the different stories of each passenger, creating surprises for each journey, and bringing each passenger a different experience. Strategically located at the mouth of the Pearl River and the center of the Pearl River Delta, Guangzhou is the central city of the Pan-Pearl River Delta Economic Zone and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. As early as the Qing Dynasty, Guangzhou had become China's foreign trade port and foreign trade port. Since 1978, Guangzhou Port has developed into an important hub of China's integrated transportation system and an important port for foreign trade in South China. Water is like a mother to Guangzhou, an indispensable element that plays a pivotal role in commemorating China's development history. "Curved water": Wang Xizhi's "Orchid Pavilion Set Preface" has clouds: "Lanting silk bamboo." Gao Hui Qunxian, his people are like jade. Curved water, drizzle in front of the lamp, eaves flowers". DLR Group took this as inspiration and proposed the design concept of "taking the land as water, taking people to look at it", built for raw water, built in response to water, Guangzhou South Railway Station provides a different kind of urban garden for passengers. At the same time, the intelligent experience of efficient technology, comfortable and pleasant waiting space, convenient and accessible supporting services, and visual identity of art and humanities all highlight the goal of safe, efficient, highly recognizable and intelligent technology space. SCOPE SUMMERT - "Land for water": At present, the main structure of Guangzhou South Railway Station has a total of 5 floors, including four floors above ground to one underground floor. The station's departures floor is located on three floors above ground, with an elevated waiting hall covering an area of 71,722 square meters, and a commercial floor of 14,694 square meters above the north and south sides of the waiting hall. The entire departure floor is integrated by the paving shape that meanders through the east and west sides, and the artistic conception of "draining and channeling, handing over into curved water" is centered around the bright and textured design language. Abandon the gray stone floor commonly used in high-speed rail stations, introduce two-color stitching, replace the original boring and single waiting hall with a flexible and active atmosphere, and drive passengers to walk to each ticket gate with a more directional direction. "People in mind" : 4 groups of waiting halls were added on each side of the Yan AB area, and the 28 ticket gates on one side were orderly divided into 4 areas, which were connected with the waiting seat area, the love area and the military travel area, and the unified shape design not only solved the problem of serious occlusion and messy layout of the original billboard, but also improved the overall visual effect and better displayed the style of the Guangzhou Railway Service Zone. The round exhaust vent happens to combine the rounded corner elements of the Nakajima store, lapping the logo and billboard, self Embed advertising content to enhance business value. The use of wood veneer also adds warmth to passengers waiting for a long time, enhances the recognizability of the two AB zones, and provides a strong guidance sign for passengers who need to wait for friends. It makes people feel like they are in a flowing river, and they can go down the river and go to each place conveniently. Departure Level Safety Zone Military Zone renderings Departure Hall VIP Rendering "The shadows of the trees are mottled and immersive": The total height of the station building is more than 50 meters, and there is a 64-meter long-span arch structure in the middle. The waiting hall has special functions, large span and large viewing angle are its most important space design highlights, and the majestic and spectacular Guangzhou South Railway Station building shape has the "banana leaf" characteristic of Lingnan culture as the design artistic conception. Due to the hot climate for most of the year, the lighting skylight above the departure floor has strong direct sunlight, resulting in problems such as hot body feeling, in order to provide a good and comfortable waiting environment for passengers, a "landscape tower" shaped like a blooming banana leaf is added to the main axis, and the artistic shape of the staggered height also breaks the original single passenger flow line on the east and west sides. Visitors can also relax in the shade of the trees, wait for friends, receive information desk services, etc., in the shadows of the trees, as if they were in the jungle. The flow of people connecting the subway, public transportation, taxis and private cars at the arrival level is often densely staggered, and clear signs, crowd channeling, and bright lights can greatly enhance the sense of darkness and depression caused by the exposure of large structures on the arrival floor. Sort out the advertising position and increase its message transmission, so that travelers who would otherwise pass by in a hurry can feel the vitality and welcome of the city from the first moment they set foot in Guangzhou. "Winding paths lead to secluded places, deep flowers and trees in the Zen room, pleasant bird nature of the mountains, and empty hearts in the shadows": The pleasant scenery, pleasant and pleasant departure layer, and the pleasant, relaxed and inclusive arrival layer have all given birth to the charming capital of Guangzhou and the leisurely picture of spring in all seasons. DLR Group fully demonstrates the style characteristics of Guangzhou South Railway Station's Chinese water vein and long-standing cultural context, and has improved the overall concept of the space from the visual, tactile and atmospheric aspects, comprehensively considering the eye-catching sign, the integration of advertising and the improvement of functions, and solved all aspects of problems from multiple angles. It completely broke people's concept of large public transport stations. Let Guangzhou South Railway Station take a new look and drive into the next wonderful journey.
Stream engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 2733 Crystal Drive Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
Design Achievement - This mixed-use complex will serve as a new beacon for wayfinding in all of Kenya, rising to 170 meters. Given the extraordinary prominence of the site and its adjacency to historic buildings and monuments, the design team have proposed using the solar shading of the main tower to display the entire Kenyan constitution. The development is directly adjacent to the large city park and will help connect the city back to its park. There are two large, public, open-spaces. The first is a plaza at the center of the site that serves the varied occupants of the site. The second is a public square in that celebrates the local history. Scope Summary - The development consists of 1,000,000 sf of mixed-use spaces, situated over 600,000 sf of parking and support services. The main tower has 17 floors of incubator and collaboration space, with 20 floors of office space above it. The second tower is 150 meters tall and has 25 floors of residences rising over a high-end boutique hotel. Both buildings sit atop a retail plinth. At the inner neighborhood corner of the site is a 150-key business hotel with a courtyard for natural ventilation. The public square is anchored by a conference center that has direct access to the upper level dining establishments with their terraces overlooking the central park. There are three levels of retail below this, with a food anchor at the lower ground level. DLR Group is providing planning and architecture services in conjunction with our local partner firm, Tectura International.
Design Achievement - This confidential mixed-use project creates an entirely new community and a paradigm for the future development of this town in a commuter belt of Kenya. The site has prime frontage on the main road in the area and backs on to a valley with a natural stream that leads to a dammed reservoir and a new city park. DLR Group has designed a new neighborhood around a central spine that connects the main public square to a natural ravine that leads down to the main river valley. The square is lined with retail establishments and anchored by an open-air covered market, as well as a grocery store. The refrain of Live \| Work \| Play works well for this residential and office community and is bolstered with Learn \| Heal \| Relax, as this district has a school and medical facilities as well as a small conference hotel. Scope Summary - The development consists of 1,575,000 SF of mixed use development across 125 acres. This project is a catalyst for a larger citywide master plan. The residential component of this project is villas, townhouses, apartments and student housing. The population of these residential units is expected to be about 4,500 people. The retail has a “locals” component that surrounds a small square in the apartment neighborhood, and a large market square that serves the broader community. The project creates places to live at all price points, with a high percentage of affordable housing. It also creates education and employment, all the while keeping people healthy. DLR Group is providing planning and architecture services in conjunction with our local partner firm, Tectura International.
Stream engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 2733 Crystal Drive Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
Stream engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 2733 Crystal Drive Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
HNTB thru JBG Smith engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 2451 Crystal Drive Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
Design Achievement - Homes in Nairobi are very often gated, or in gated communities. In order to overcome isolation DLR Group’s mixed-use master plan draws people out to the community without abandoning the security they desire. To meet market expectations of a larger civic life and a greater sense of community; we redesigned an open environment, serving as a hub for the new and existing gated communities. The center is comprised of two main spaces; a pedestrian friendly plaza, and a manicured spine around an existing creek. The plaza at the main intersection is lined with retail establishments and anchored by an open air covered market as well as a grocery store. The creek is lined with a series of food and beverage places and play spaces. The master plan for the 100 acre site consists of four distinct character areas, each with its own public space to define it, and all linked by a new pedestrian spine that runs through green and urban spaces. The River, at the north of the site, is a recreation center along the river that serves the new residents of the master plan and the existing neighbors. The Summit is a park at the high point of this old coffee plantation surrounded by apartments, townhouses, and villas. Following the spine down the hill leads to Muthaiga North Townsquare, the main plaza in the center. This is lined with apartments over retail, including a food store and restaurants. The final space is The Creek which unifies the office buildings and the hotel as well as connecting to the school. Scope Summary - The development consists of 2,500,000 SF of mixed-use development across 100 acres. There is a new school, a business park, a retail center, a hotel, and a collection of apartments, townhouses, and villas. The density is concentrated towards the center and dissipates as it radiates outwards. The population of these residential units is expected to be about 2,000 people. DLR Group is providing planning and architecture services in conjunction with our local partner firm, Tectura.
We have the pleasure in confirming on behalf of Rosslyn Rose Hotel Ltd ("RRHL"), your award for lead design consulting services for the subject project. We will in consultation with DLR appoint an Architect of Record who will collaborate with the Team to successfully deliver this Project. Scope Summary The Scope of work shall be as follows: PHASE I - Stage O - Stage 1 Inception Design Services including the following phases: Program Verification Site Planning and Analysis Preliminary Building Systems Analysis Budget Verification PHASE II - Stage 2 - Stage 6 Once the Phase I Study is Complete and upon successful financing, DLR Group will work with RRHL to implement the Design Concept developed during the Study Phase, and go through a complete Design for the Apart'hotel "Project Rose". The owner will contract .with all other sub-consultants and is not included in DLR's scope of services.
The site is 600 acres on Limuru Road and about 1 minute from St. Paul’s University The Owner desires to develop a mixed-use development consisting of: residential, light industrial, office and retail
HNTB thru JBG Smith engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 2451 Crystal Drive Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
NOT TO DLR GROUP STANDARD: DLR Group completed schematic design of a 500-seat Broadway-style theater within a new commercial development in Hualien, Taiwan. As a tourist hub for all of Asia, Hualien is expected to grow significantly over the coming years and provide high quality entertainment for all ages. The new theater was planned to allow traditional proscenium style experiences, but also emerging entertainment trends by being highly flexible and enabling interactive events throughout the stage and audience chamber. The design combines traditional theater elements re-interpreted for contemporary tastes, while allowing a high level of technical system accommodations at the ceiling and sidewalls. The theater has been initially fit out for cinema with many of the more innovative theatrical and audiovisual elements to be implemented later.
Design Achievement –The Platinum Tower is a premium class office tower built in 2005.  The company wants to bring the building update the ground floor spaces to meet the desires of building users. The original design concept for the lobby was to "bring nature into the building" so when we design renewed lobby, we proposed "no boundaries" as general concept. Scope Summary – The scope of this project includes a full interior renovation and landscape design for the lobby and surrounding landscape, and pantry and restroom renovations.  DLR Group took the project from concept and schematic design through design development and construction administration.
Design Achievement - Nanshan Road 9yr school is located in the Xiamen, a beautiful port city on China’s southeast coast. DLR Group’s design integrates core elements of 21st century school design philosophy: Natural connection, Flexibility, Transparency, and Sense of Belonging to create an energetic, playful learning environment. The design strategically turns topographic limitations into a design feature - the massing of the architecture becomes a subtle reflection of the site’s mountainous landscape. Scope Summary - The scope of the project contains design of a 46,400 m2 floor area building on a 25,569 m2 site in one of Xianmen’s prime estates. In addition to more than 5000 m² of traditional classroom spaces, it also contains 3400 m² of specialized teaching facilities, including Art studios and a Robotic Lab. DLR Group provided architecture design services.
Design Achievement – Ten Commodities’ goals were to create a unique, enlivened live/work mixed-use environment with a sustainable ROI. The theme for the development is based around the elements of light and air to naturally decrease wayfinding challenges typically seen in the region. DLR Group’s design creates an integrated solution poised for future growth and leverages a coordinated tenant mix for the retail, residential, hotel, and mosque spaces on site. Rooted in the local landscape and pulled from the bazaar concept, our design creates a convenient servicing strategy, effective visibility throughout the development, and a continuous circulation pattern to reduce wayfinding anxiety. Upon approach from the Southwest, patrons are greeted with expansive retail. The first two levels of retail are organized in the form of souks with over 1,000 unique shops. Two full height isles cross through the market to lead patrons to a public square in the back, which also serves as an anchor point for wayfinding. Rising three levels above the souks is western-style shopping. Upon approach from the East, the vibrant hotel greets the city. Together, Business Bay Square redefines the nature of mixed-use developments on both a macro level for East Africa and a micro level for the Eastleigh neighborhood in Nairobi. Scope Summary – Located on 6.5 acres, the scope of work for this project encompasses 840,000-SF of retail, a 160-key 80,000-SF hotel, and 500,000-SF of residential spaces. Business Bay Square’s base is a five-story regional retail center with both traditional souks and western-style shopping. On top of the retail is the hotel, three residential towers, a 1,000-person mosque, and recreational football fields. Sustainable site strategies include low to no impact biophilic design and an open-air plan for natural ventilation. The interiors throughout the development including thermal comfort regulation, healthy materials selection, indoor air quality measures, daylighting, and acoustic design all to maximize the client’s goal to create a green solution for the region. DLR Group served as the design architect and provided programming, predesign, and architectural services.
Design Achievement - This project is proposed in Al Khobar, in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia along the coast of the Persian Gulf. DLR Group's design and orientation of the mall maximizes the benefits from the site by taking advantage of the views and water to provide for opportunities for al fresco dining and open plazas connected to the corniche. The project maximized the site with the orientation of the mall and anchor tenants providing for clear access points and positioning the hotel, villas, and dining opportunities to be connected to the coastal views and pedestrian walkways along the corniche. The mall is meticulously crafted and molded to respond to contextual variables such as traffic flow, nature, views, etc. The front of the mall parallel to Corniche Road unveils the more articulated portion of the project by terracing the different levels which not only break down the scale of the 3 level shopping center but also provide vast views towards the sea and signature fountain. The music, lights, and movement of the large water fountain in front of the project creates a unique sensory experience to become one of the numerous wow factors this project offers. The exterior terraces on ground, first, second and third level offer a wide variety of dining options to enjoy the fountain show from one of the signature family restaurants or perhaps relax in the shisha lounge amongst friends. Scope Summary - The scope of work for this project includes a 2,157,324 SF, three level mall; and a 27 story tower with 12 levels of service apartments over 15 levels of hotel rooms. In addition, 36 private villas are planned overlooking the main water feature. DLR Group provided architecture and master planning services.
Design Achievement – Purple Dot Development asked for their new mixed-use office tower in Nairobi to be based on Vastu Shastra principles – the ancient Indian science of architecture designed to enhance abundance and prosperity. DLR Group’s design creates an impressive central atrium serving as the requisite void in the center for patrons to meet. The development pairs visually stunning design with a high efficiency layout. The 15-story atrium draws air through the building maximizing airflow and allowing natural ventilation. All four faces of the building are encased in a brise-soleil to shade the interior and building surface from the equatorial sun. The roof is shaded by a solar array that also creates enough power for all of the common spaces. The grand atrium and pure cube form, 45 meters on each side, make this a true landmark building at the entry to Nairobi along the Mombasa Road, the main route in from the Airport and the coast. The first two stories are car showrooms to play to this visibility– the second story is specifically designed to display cars to the future elevated highway. Scope Summary – This office tower is 15 stories tall with each floor delivering 10,000 SF of useable office space. These are high-efficiency floor plates wrapped around a generous atrium. At the top is a roof terrace across half the floor with a canopy of photovoltaic panels shielding it from the sun and rain. At the ground is a two story car showroom and an indoor-outdoor restaurant. Under it all there is one level of basement car park and a high efficiency parking structure at the rear of the site. DLR Group served as the design architect and provided programming and architectural services.
HNTB thru JBG Smith engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 2451 Crystal Drive Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
Design Achievement - This quarter of a million square foot development on Upper Hill in Nairobi will provide a tranquil setting for work, live, and play. Sayani Investments selected DLR Group to provide expertise in mixed-use developments as well as retail, hospitality, and workplace environments. In order to make a place that people want to be, the design team has focused on high quality experiences both inside and outside the buildings. The preservation of the lush green landscape in the middle of the city will make this a unique and sought-after location. The buildings themselves will be tailored and elegant, celebrating luxury and the local culture. The main point of entry, off Bishop Road, weaves in under the canopies of large existing trees on site. This sets the stage for the lush environment that follows throughout the public spaces. Whilst the development straddles two sites, the structure has been designed to be two separate buildings with access and servicing agreements between them. This should allow for flexibility in the investment strategy, so that we can deliver an asset with long-term Investment stability and income. Scope Summary - DLR Group has provided a concept design for a mixed-use development at 20 Bishop Road in Upper Hill, Nairobi. The scheme developed is 22,600 square meters of hotel, retail, and office uses with an additional 9,000 square meters of parking. The hotel is designed as a stand-alone asset that will have shared common services, such as parking, security, and utilities. The swimming pool will also be a shared amenity, so that the cost of its operations can be defrayed between the hotel and the fitness center, which will be run as a retail entity. Servicing the various uses is done from Ralph Bunche Road to a dedicated goods yard at the back of the building. The hotel has a separate yard adjacent to its kitchen. DLR Group is providing planning and architecture services in conjunction with our local partner firm.
Design Achievement - Yuqiao K-12 school is located in the heart of Pudong district, its exceptional advantages provided massive demand for education from surrounding Fortune 500 companies. Partnering with premier international school Concord College UK. The Lujiazui Group has commissioned DLR Group to envision this excellent educational facility. The design strategy is to equip a state-of-the-art learning environment to achieve required academic excellence while using architecture as embodiment of the Concord College’s rich history and long-lasting pursuit for finer education. Scope Summary - The scope of the project contains design of a 47,892 m2 floor area educational complex on a 36,840 m2 site in the center of Pudong district. The main body of the complex are two classroom buildings connected by a glass bridge plus five floors of dormitories. DLR Group provided architectural design.
Design Achievement - Ping An Insurance Group is a national financial company providing insurance, banking, and investment services. In this particular project, DLR Group’s design is generated from one simply philosophy: This is a place built around people, not a container into which people are put. The development of this tower will lead the Shenzhen real estate market in re-defining how buildings promote human health, environmental consciousness, and next-generation workplace flexibilities. It is bound to be a landmark for Shenzhen. The tower and retail design composition is reminiscent of sea stack formations in the ocean and tap into the longing for individualism, adventure, and discovery associated with marine environment. Scope Summary - The project is a 190-m high, 35-floor high-rise complex on a 7,029-m2 site in Shenzhen. The program includes office, retail, parking, and observation. The retail podium consists of dining, shopping, and lifestyle recreation. The office tower is designed to meet LEED Gold standards. DLR Group provided architecture design services.
Design Achievement – Tracom Services’s vision was to create a signature headquarters for their payment solutions company. DLR Group’s design creates an active mixed-use environment framed by two towers – one office building and one hotel. The central space is a seven-story tall passageway taking local residents from the main road, Thika Road Highway, through the site and into the residential neighborhood behind. Architectural identity is created by an oversailing canopy that creates the landmark image that invites in the thousands of people passing on the highway, whilst also providing shade for the indoor and outdoor spaces below and acting as an armature for a solar photovoltaic array. The design orients the development perpendicular to Thika Road to reduce the highway noise, and uses a small one story glass retail box to further protect the central space from traffic noise, while still allowing visual connection. Scope Summary – The building is topped by a covered roof terrace with a swimming pool that cantilevers off the front of the office building. The office building is four floors of office over one story of conferencing facilities and a ground floor of retail with a small food anchor. The hotel is a 147 key Hampton Inn by Hilton. DLR Group served as the design architect and provided programming and architectural services.
Design Achievement – The Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa, AMECEA, is looking to create an income earning mixed-use development adjacent to their headquarters in Nairobi. DLR Group has designed a building that creates a podium level courtyard for dining and conferencing that simultaneously serves as an oasis from the city and lively gathering place. The previous attempt to develop the site fell short of financial targets; this is when DLR Group was hired to bring a commercially viable approach to the mix of uses and a fit-for-purpose building design to these uses. We leveraged our international and local knowledge to redesign the development increasing the ROI for the land owner, developer, and even prospective tenants. Scope Summary – This project consists of a 70,000 SF extended stay hotel with conferencing facilities and a 50,000 SF office building over 60,000 SF of retail. The retail is anchored by a 30,000 SF food store and a large terrace for food and beverage outlets on the roof of the food store. The office and hotel appear intertwined, with the office along the frontage and the hotel leading away in a perpendicular bar. DLR Group served as the design architect and provided programming, and architectural services.
Design Achievement - This new city is based on the underlying principle of celebrating the natural environment. A Chinese saying refers to Korea as “mountains and rivers embroidered on silk” and this site embodies that description. DLR Group’s design employs a framework for a full-spectrum of uses to take advantage of a network of natural amenities and a back-bone of big-city access options including three new metro stations. Variety of spaces from “green to neon” at all scales of community will allow everyone to find their own place here, and provide interest through a sense of exploration and surprise. Allowances have been built in for all manner of smart technology, including autonomous transportation. Energy, water, and transportation will be fully monitored, measured, manipulated, and made-evident to all inhabitants to optimize their use. Connectivity will be ubiquitous with full and free Wi-Fi coverage. Access to the rest of Seoul and the world is balanced with access to human-scaled local streets, squares and natural open-spaces. Scope Summary - This project is the first of two phases of design for a new city that will be home to almost 200,000 people on 1,000 acres and 125 million SF of development area.. These people will be working in Industry 4.0 and could be working in research and development for one of Korea’s largest IT companies in a Future-Tech District, or for their own start-up in one of the In5 Incubator Districts. There is also an education district that will cater to 20,000 students, including 5,000 from overseas. This first phase will be home to almost 100,000 residents and 100,000 workers on 1,000 acres. Human health and habitat health are the keys to success for the public realm and technology will be employed invisibly to make this a reality and make this a place people enjoy being. DLR Group provided master planning and architecture services.
MUST BE INVOICED TO CUCF ON THEIR FORMS? SEE CONTRACT PAGE 13 SECTION 5.2 ON ALL PROJECTS: PAGE 62 OF THE CONTRACT (PROFESSIONAL MONTHLY PROGRESS REPORT) MUST BE FILLED OUT MONTHLY AND RETURNED TO CLIENT This Contract utilizes the MWBE Utilization Plan, Each Task order will have this clarified, use consultants that are MWBE registered to meet these goals, there may be NYBGS2 Reporting - dguttu knows how to do this; as well as monthly/quarterly MWBE Contractor Compliance reports - see Page 85 of the MP Contract for the website that contains the data collection form that needs to be filled in and submitted. M/WBE Task Order Goals: • Up to 30% Minority and Women’s Business Enterprise Participation as assigned to each Task Order Solicitation • Up to 18% Minority Business Enterprise Participation • Up to 12% Women’s Business Enterprise Participation There is also SDVOB Participation Goal for each Task order, see Page 89 of the MP Contract for details
HNTB thru Monday Properties engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 1000 Wilson Blvd. Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
HNTB thru JBG Smith engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 2451 Crystal Drive Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
HNTB thru Monday Properties engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 1000 Wilson Blvd. Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
Design Achievement - XJTLU is a ground-breaking educational collaboration between Xi'an Jiaotong University and Liverpool University. The partnership was approved by the Chinese Department of Education in 2006. It now has over 15,000 enrolled students including more than 1000 international students. DLR Group’s design is inspired by its site, Suzhou, the Canal town south of the Yangtze. The canals crossing the campus have been integrated as a central design element. The campus's design is strongly influenced by local cultural background, embodied in both building exteriors and the relationship of various elements through the campus. Organic curved pathways link the entire campus while revealing each building's individuality, creating a playful interaction between building structures and the natural environment. Scope Summary - The 36,400 m2 campus consists of state-of-the-art labs for AI Learning and Robotics, a Learning Supermarket, administration building, and housing facilities. DLR Group provided architectural design services.
HNTB thru Monday Properties engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 1000 Wilson Blvd. Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
Design Achievement – The vision for this sports-themed destination is to re-define the typical mall by creating a unique industrial yet chic design aesthetic that is enlivened by bringing the natural environment into the space. The combination of natural and raw materials with green elements such as living walls make this mall stand apart from other sports and retail destinations in Dubai and the wider region. In addition to its retail stores and healthy lifestyle food and beverage outlets, the mall features other sports attractions such as a billiards hall, rock climbing gym, trampoline gym, karate dojo, digital gold and cricket screens, edutainment center, bowling alley, and a wellness center. A dynamic LED façade will showcase the unique sports offered and establish the mall as a landmark along the nearby highway. The design includes a state of the art arena in the center of the mall with functionality to flex and host multiple events. Whether it’s a soccer match, an ice skating rink, or a volleyball tournament, this arena is designed in a way to be able to quickly support different events. Scope Summary – The scope for this project is 800,000 SF of gross floor area across three levels and an active sports roof deck. DLR Group provided architecture, interiors, and environmental graphic design services.
HNTB thru Monday Properties engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 1101 Wilson Blvd. Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
HNTB thru Monday Properties engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 1000 Wilson Blvd. Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
HNTB thru Monday Properties engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 1101 Wilson Blvd. Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
HNTB thru Monday Properties engaged our services in the development of a fit plan in the 1101 Wilson Blvd. Building for HNTB. Review program information provided by Tenant. Prepare one fit plan based on the Tenant's requirements. Submit plan to landlord and tenant for review. Make one minor mod to filt plan.
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Design Achievement – The South Hongqiao Theater District in Shanghai, China is the first master-planned, multi-use theater and entertainment complex of its kind in the world. The aim of the District’s REMM Broadway Theater Cluster is to accommodate emerging performing art forms by making creative use of space. DLR Group’s design encompasses multiple venues and integrates innovative digital technology to revolutionize the way audiences think about and interact with performance spaces. These are the theaters of the future, and incorporate 3D projection mapping, holograms, virtual and augmented reality, and real-time broadcasting as well as the ability to transform to multiple configurations. The critical mass of the Broadway Theater Cluster serves as an urban catalyst, innovation hub, and center for the arts and culture, with elements of nature enhancing the exquisite setting. All venues are raised above a retail podium, which works with the theaters to infuse activity into the site and ensure that the area remains vibrant at all times. Scope Summary – The total scope of this project is futuristic theater district encompassing a 1,800-seat Broadway-style theater for musicals and opera; a 700-seat convertible dinner theater for a variety of both performance and non-performance uses, including live theater, dance, comedy, magic, and music; a 300-seat live theater with exterior exposure, similar to Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City; a children’s theater with retractable seating and moveable sections; and an adjacent black box micro-theater. The facilities feature enhanced back-of-house support and seven rehearsal studios are available to Shanghai arts organizations. The theater district consists of four blocks connected above and below grade. It is situated near one of the world’s largest exhibition centers, major commercial and housing developments, and a multi-modal transportation hub that connects 100 million residents and visitors to the area. The complex provides a meeting place for friends, a playground for children, and a space for corporate and private events. Upon full completion, the district will be inclusive and accessible to cities across the whole of Asia, where people can come together whether they have a ticket or not. It is expected to include 21 venues in total. DLR Group provided architectural and theater technical design services.
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Design Achievement: As Moody Bible Institute (MBI) celebrates 100 years of Moody Radio and 140 years as an institution, this new vision for a “Roadmap to 2026” serves as a flexible, fiscally responsible, and implementable plan to inform critical decisions in the modernization of campus. Informed by groundwork developed as part of MBI’s 2021 Strategic Campus Plan, recent divestiture and consolidation of campus property as well as challenges highlighted by COVID-19, the Campus Master Plan outlines priorities for strategic facility projects that address changes in teaching methodology, growth in online programs, shifting student demographics, technological advances and changes in lifestyles and priorities of the campus community. Guided by the MBI Executive Team serving as the master plan Steering Committee, the planning and concept design work led by DLR Group paid particular attention to the modernization and repurposing of Crowell Hall, a historic asset with significance to the institutional mission and heritage. The plan reimagines activity at the street level by introducing a new café to enhance transparency between the street façade and the campus’ internal courtyard. Existing administrative and executive offices at upper levels of Crowell Hall are enhanced in the plan with the integration of a new board room and roof terrace chapel, capturing expansive views of the city yet visible from the campus street level as a beacon in the sky for prayer and contemplation. Scope Summary: This plan strives to provide a vision for transformational new facilities, enhanced integration within the existing physical environment and elevate the Moody experience for everyone in their community.  Leading with its signature multi-disciplinary planning approach and 360-degree engagement process, DLR Group conducted on-site tours, robust assessment of space utilization, facilitation of 16 focus groups and workshops in addition to concept planning and design services in the development of a comprehensive framework plan.
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Design Achievement: Formed in 1873 by members of the Methodist Church, Lakeside Chautauqua is a private resort community dedicated to nurturing mind, body, and spirit on the shores of Lake Erie. The historic community offers a variety of spiritual, educational, cultural, and recreational programming during a 10-week summer season and is seeking to expand its draw as a year-round destination for groups of all sizes. Hoover Auditorium, which opened in 1929 at the start of the Great Depression, typically hosts more than 70 live performances each summer but was not originally outfitted with permanent performance support or intended for winter use. DLR Group’s concept design addresses this need. While normally considered back of house, this stage house expansion is prominent within the neighborhood and will be designed to be compatible with the Mediterranean style of the existing historic building while looking to the future. Scope Summary: We will create a presentation that describes the phased improvements architecturally and financially, in a conceptual level of detail.
Design Achievement: Formed in 1873 by members of the Methodist Church, Lakeside Chautauqua is a private resort community dedicated to nurturing mind, body, and spirit on the shores of Lake Erie. The historic community offers a variety of spiritual, educational, cultural, and recreational programming during a 10-week summer season and is seeking to expand its draw as a year-round destination for groups of all sizes. Hoover Auditorium, which opened in 1929 at the start of the Great Depression, typically hosts more than 70 live performances each summer but was not originally outfitted with permanent performance support or intended for winter use. DLR Group\|Westlake Reed Leskosky’s concept design addresses this need. While normally considered back of house, this stage house expansion is prominent within the neighborhood and will be designed to be compatible with the Mediterranean style of the existing historic building while looking to the future. Scope Summary: We will create a presentation that describes the phased improvements architecturally and financially, in a conceptual level of detail.
Design Achievement - DLR Group was selected by a confidential client to design an expansion to an existing mall to complete the level 2 racetrack. The focus was to expand the mall vertically with improvements to the F&B offerings to create multiple concepts and price points developed around key anchor destinations. This will result in the first ever world class entertainment destination within a mall to contain three levels of different food offerings. This trifecta of variation in food and beverage will elevate the guest and dining experience. The integration of natural light is fundamental to create harmony across the entire mall by animating public spaces. Different skylight sizes and designs have been strategically located to define each of the mall’s precincts and districts. The meticulously selection of finishes further elevate the quality of space, materiality, and perception of luxury throughout the mall. The vision behind incorporating natural light is to create a strong link to the FEC integrated with climate controlled spaces. These project finishes resemble that of a contemporary European Ski Village bringing light wood materials, white ceramic mosaics and stone to mimic a sparkling bright day in the snow. All mall finishes will be complementary and respectful to the existing mall. Other project features include smart casual restaurants, a café court and a fast casual restaurant level which will also provide two additional food precincts. In addition, another substantial project program was to further engage the climate controlled areas to a large 3 level volume to the mall. This triple height butt-joint glass façade creates a clean and polished view portal into an exciting leisure venue. The culmination of the level 2 racetrack ends with this space being the crescendo which draws and intrigues guests. Relocating the warm area and entry of this climate controlled area will further anchor the level 1 after shifting the food court up a level. These shifts will ultimately strengthen this climate controlled area by further activating this side of the mall. Lastly, the relocation of the existing theater and Arts Center will position the mall as a cultural hub. Scope Summary - The expansion’ is comprised of 193,750 SF of incremental GLA. This includes a relocated and enhanced food court, a new 3 level dining tower, an expansion to the climate controlled area, a new outdoor courtyard for fine dining restaurants, a relocated performing arts center and a new second level expansion to the west entertainment precinct. The top level of the ‘Dining Tower’ features 8 fast casual restaurants situated below a unique and dynamic skylight which adapts to the different seasons. A retractable glass system will also allow this skylight to open during the winter time granting the top level of the ‘Dining Tower’ an al fresco dining experience. DLR Group provided architecture, planning and interior design services.
Design Achievement - DLR Group's design re-envisions a traditional souk as a modern two-level retail mall. The retail podium sits below four residential G+6/7 towers that impact the podium with limited floor-to-floor heights, and minimum corridor widths and sight lines. DLR Group overcame the design challenges by applying colors and materials that open up the spaces and minimize obstructed views. The scale and abundance of columns interceding the main corridors became an opportunity to apply materials that would reduce the scale and optimize the visibility of reflective storefronts. Throughout double-height spaces, the columns evolve into a featured element highlighting a back lit, onyx inlay illuminating the space. A slim, knife-edge cove light detail reflected within the floor that runs the length of the mall achieves a visual connection as the consumer traverses the mall. Scope Summary - Dubai Wharf is a mixed-use development set within the heart of the Dubai Creek. DLR Group is responsible for 120,000-SF of two-level retail sited within the developments podium. The development acts as an attraction and destination hub for both shopping and entertainment, catering to both residents and visitors alike, and is set to complement and boost the reputation of Dubai on the world shopping and cultural map. Dubai Wharf combined a unique contemporary design with modern features to offer a relaxing living experience within the community. DLR Group provided architectural design services.
Design Achievement - The Uptown Cairo Civic Center is located in the new housing development southwest of the city of Cairo, surrounded by rocky cliffs, valleys, and a stunning golf course. The Civic Center sits on a prominent site with views over the golf course and the city beyond. The form of the building takes its cues from these natural formations to form a modern desert ravine with an oasis at the bottom. The building form steps back with terraces at each level providing circulation and outdoor dining terraces. The courtyard features a feature wall with reflecting pool, pop-jet fountain, open area for outdoor events, signature tree and place for artwork. Scope Summary - The project is composed of 5,000 SQM GLA with Basement Parking + G +2 Floors. The project was designed with thermal comfort in mind with deep balconies and trellises with mashrabiya for shading. Openings on the west and south elevations have been minimized and the service corridor placed along this side to provide a thermal break to the tenant spaces. Lush landscaping along the perimeter with landscaping and a water feature in the courtyard, create a town square for local events and community gathering. All of the food and beverage tenants have ample space on the ground floor and on large upper terraces. DLR Group provided planning, architecture, and interior design services.
NOT TO SPEC As we continued our collaboration with Catawba College under our Continuing Service Agreement, an additional evaluation and building assessment was requested for three of the residence halls on campus. Specifically, we evaluated Stanback, Salisbury Rowan, and Woodson Hall. For each of these residence halls, DLR Group, in partnership with Terracon, meticulously reviewed the building envelope, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and electrical systems. Additionally, we assessed overall accessibility and space utilization. During our assessment, DLR Group provided a comprehensive analysis of the requirements necessary to bring the buildings up to code compliance. We also proposed an updated layout to create a more open student lounge space, complete with renovated dorm rooms featuring ensuite bathrooms. Each study included an opinion of probable cost, along with a timeline for the renovations. Notably, we performed a partial renovation of the current lounges in Woodson and Salisbury Rowan Residence Halls, refreshing all finishes and introducing new furniture.
Design Achievement - In anticipation for the World’s Fair, DLR group was commissioned to represent USA’s bid competing against 5 countries in the selection of the host for The Expo 2027. The proposed design for the Expo 2027 site will be a new development that links to existing structures at the Mall of America and surrounding area, including new structures and a few off-site venues may be used for specialized programming and other amenities to complement the event, all of which are easily accessible by public or private transportation. DLR Group’s design is centered around Minneapolis’ identity as the land of the lakes, including water as a connector and the foundation for health & vitality. With a thematic spotlight on health, the plan engages elements of universal design to promote an inclusive and welcoming transit-oriented development. Physical health, well-being, and cognitive function are all improved with nature connectedness, Expo 2027 will foster this human connection through the planning of the site. The Expo site provides a connection from the existing nature found along the Minnesota River to the existing Mall of America. Visitors will be provided with the ability to find respite and connection to nature, not only along the existing nature trail system but along the Expo 2027 paths as a journey through the development. These paths are activated with different experiences and moments as they intertwine with pavilions, stages, entertainment spaces, conference spaces and then integrate with the Mall of America and its various facilities such as a waterpark, various hotels, and an arena and exhibition center. Scope Summary - DLR Group’s plan for the Expo 2027 focuses on the site, program, and thematic concepts to deliver a cohesive and accessible design. The surrounding prairie landscape around the Expo 2027 site gives rise to the metropolitan region known as the Twin Cities, comprised of Minnesota’s three largest cities, the host City of Bloomington as well as the cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul and surrounding suburban areas. Each city in the region is unique yet forms one large community. The plan includes event space exhibition hall, food & beverage, open space, concert stages. Strategies, both passive and technology-reliant, are integrated throughout the design of Expo 2027. The Expo 2027 site is designed to reverse the current trend of today’s resource-draining communities by capturing, storing, and recycling resources that naturally interact with—and are generated by—the site. Post construction, this will reduce the environmental impact of cities to net zero. Expo 2027 has the potential to go beyond reducing the adverse environmental impacts, by being a model for design that reflects natural patterns/ forms, the built environment can benefit the natural environment. After the event, we are proposing a legacy plan that the facilities will become an innovation center, housing, and airport connectivity that will foster better living in Minneapolis. DLR Group provided architecture & planning services.
Design Achievement - The driving force for DLR Group’s design is the creation of a grand central public space anchored by a ceremonial entrance. This epicenter features both a dynamic water element as well as an outdoor amphitheater surrounded by cafes and retail which will create both a leisure and shopping destination. The fundamental planning behind this project is to create a central node where all food and beverage patios and terraces can have clear line of sight towards the central entertainment space. This is also possible through the significant elevation change across the site, allowing for different terraced levels to break down the scale of the development and offer views into the project as well as out to the surrounding mountains. Scope Summary - The project comprises 43,000 square meters of retail, food and beverage, and entertainment gross leasable area; a 126 room 4-star business hotel; and a 120 unit serviced apartment building. The total project size has an area of 80,000 square meters. The project provides 1,200 parking stalls to accommodate the different uses. The retail component consists of three large family entertainment centers, several large anchors, large showrooms on the main street, varying sizes of restaurants and cafes, and a variety of smaller retail stores and kiosks. DLR Group provided planning and design services.
Design Achievment: Strategically located in the city of Bagdad- Ameriya, located 1km from Bagdad International Airport, 13km the administrative center of the capital and 12km from the Bagdad International Exhibition Centre. The master plan seeks to achieve unique attraction for residents providing hospitality services including hotel, visitor center, cultural and social plaza, retail restaurants, green pedestrians paths, green place and children’s play areas connecting environmental friendly transportation system. Capturing the external spaces and residential buildings, the culture and traditions of Iraqi family the urban development approach centers on creating a human centric neighborhood environment that enhances community living carefully designed enclave that compounds connectivity and activated commercial frontages that enable sustainable and commercially viable edge to the master plan. Scope Summary: The overall mixed use project is approximately 290,730 sqm of overall GLA and includes a hotel and an 18-level tower rising from the north. The hotel has a total of 286 keys along with 24 serviced apartments. The retail component of the project consists of 4450 sqm of retail GLA includes and F&B, a clinic, a mosque and services for the residents of the development.
Design Achievement – The vision for this residential development is to give modern living the benefits of traditional housing, taking cues from the great example of the fareej structure in Emirati housing. DLR Group's design will references this by grouping apartments around large terraces for outdoor cooking and gatherings, set around a pool to allow a community of 40 to 50 people to come together. These spaces will be the foundation of the fareej structure, creating a destination where residents are no longer anonymous. The central circulation space will serve as the sikka and allow for visibility around the community. A design feature iincludes small break-out spaces near the lifts to serve as barahaat decks. The units themselves have recessed balconies that provide private outdoor space in the spirit of the traditional courtyard. Scope Summary – The scope of this project is a nine-floor, 53,820-SF residential complex. The design will utilize modern technology in the form of air-conditioning, but the built form will incorporate traditional passive methods to reduce loads. The deep recesses of the façade will create a self-shading structure that reduces radiant heat gain. The central atrium space creates a more socially active building, but it also creates a wind tower for the retail environment at the base. High-tech software will be employed to manage the relationship between the mechanical and natural solutions. DLR Group provided planning and design services.
Design Achievement – With the goal of revitalizing the surrounding community and in pursuit of the vision, "Better Health through Better Living," The Redlands development stands as a celebration of the vibrant local lifestyle. DLR Group’s design showcases a commitment to curating amenities that reflect and enhance the Redlands culture, with the aim is to create the most exceptional residential community in the city and seamlessly integrates with the dynamic spirit of Redlands. The project goal is to create a holistic community environment, offering a blend of comfort and sophistication. At the heart of the community lies a three-level central Clubhouse, a focal point for residents to engage, unwind, and connect. The central features of the clubhouse are the social gathering spaces including an entertainment kitchen surrounded by lounge and dining areas, a tea and coffee bar, as well as a game room. These spaces all boast views to the pool through a sliding glass wall that opens to create an indoor/outdoor experience. The outdoor floor hosts a 3000 square foot fitness center and yoga studio, providing a space for restoration. A rooftop lounge, surrounded by outdoor pools, firepits, and game area, offers a perfect blend of relaxation and recreation. The Clubhouse further includes a, coworking areas, conference rooms, and a library space—a comprehensive environment catering to diverse needs. Emphasizing a play-and-gather approach, the community is designed to refuel and restore through spaces that foster a sense of belonging. The use of biophilic design strategies, such as green walls, indoor planters and strategic location of windows and doors that can be completely opened to create seamless indoor/outdoor spaces, encourages residents to connect with nature. The housing project offers two distinct schemes for units—'mellow and soothing’, featuring neutral tones and warm wood, and ‘bold and energetic’, with deep colors and bold metals. This dual approach caters to a variety of tastes and preferences, ensuring a diverse and inclusive residential community. Scope Summary – This ambitious project comprises 427 units housed in three five-story buildings and two two-story buildings surrounding a central Clubhouse. Throughout the planning and development process, close collaboration with the client has been integral. Together, we've defined clear goals and an inspired vision, designing a future that anticipates market trends while remaining timeless. Biophilia integration, emphasizing a connection with nature and natural light, is woven into the very fabric of the design, promoting well-being, and enhancing the overall living experience. This housing project stands as a testament to our commitment to creating a residential community that not only meets but exceeds expectations, but offers a lifestyle that is enriching, forward-thinking and ultimately benefits its resident’s health and wellness. DLR Group provided architecture and interior design services.
Design Achievement – This new mall will create an attractive community destination within a Dubai residential neighborhood. The design meets the client’s ambition to provide a better mix of shopping, featuring key anchor tenants and an improved relationship and resulting ambiance and experience for diners near an existing lake. Within the existing development, the design considered the local vernacular to ensure a synergy of architecture with its neighborhood. Careful study of the street massing, shopfront details and natural lighting were considered to ensure a fresh and appealing environment. Scope Summary – The scope of this project encompassed approximately 82,000 SF of new retail space situated within the affluent Dubai residential development. DLR Group provided architecture and interior design.
Design Achievement – The vision for the new urban luxury district is to create a unique retail, leisure, and entertainment destination differentiated from global retail mega-mall venues in Dubai. An observation tower is the center piece of this destination, offering spectacular views of the creek and Dubai skyline. The design features three story internal streetscapes which are meant to be a timeless take on modern Arabic principles. These showcase in the character of the facades and essence of the streets, creating a clear and unique urban identity for the district. Scope Summary – This Confidential Luxury Mall District is planned for approximately 4,000,000 SF within the first phase. The scope encompassed Zone 07 with 300,000 SF of luxury shopping and entertainment within three-story street. DLR Group provided architecture and interior design services.
Design Achievement – The design for this data center is a uniquely different architectural language to which will deliver new architectural brand for the client. The frame design creates a bold statement on the facade. The design embraces the building with a strong architectural statement around the entrance area and the administration building. The facade massing uses a standard panel configuration to compliment the frame language. The overall design uses a binary pattern language within the panel details, fence design, and interior courtyard. Scope Summary – This confidential data center project is master planned for more than 25,200 square meters. The master plan includes design for a data center, administration building and service buildings as well as addressing security and parking requirements. DLR Group provided planning, architecture and interior design services.
Driven by a desire to offer expanded opportunities and better serve their community, Gulf Shores City Schools sought to separate from Baldwin County Schools. With overwhelming community support in 2017, the measure passed, initiating a period of transformation. DLR Group then partnered with district leaders, educators, students, and community members to collaboratively develop and successfully implement a district-wide facilities master plan. Approved in March 2022, the master plan identified the need for a new high school to accommodate rising enrollment and support the district’s evolving vision for teaching and learning. Following approval, DLR Group embarked on designing the new high school, drawing inspiration from the region’s aesthetics and vernacular. Familiar materials were chosen, incorporating vibrant and rich blue tones reminiscent of the water. The design showcases a thoughtful interplay between elements. Deep overhangs, an articulated structure, and flowing forms embrace the landscape, contrasting with the rhythmic use of slender, rectilinear windows and expansive glazing in areas like the great hall, media center, and main courtyard. Color plays a key role as well, with darker tones grounding the first floor and gradually lightening as it progresses upwards. The ceiling forms evoke underwater sandbars sculpted by the gentle currents of the Gulf.
Design Achievement – Jeddah, known as the city of merchants and pilgrims, lies along the Red Sea and, for centuries, was considered the largest and richest port along that coast. Its historic district stands as the last surviving urban area, characterized by the imposing tower houses adorned with elaborate wooden Roshan, all constructed in the late 19th century by the city’s mercantile elites. DLR Group’s design for Hotel Indigo, an upscale boutique hotel, pays homage to the distinctive neighborhood character in which it belongs. Each design choice represents a meticulous fusion of imagery, materials, and patterns that evoke Saudi heritage, offering generous spaces and breathtaking views to set the stage for a remarkable guest experience. The artfully curated guestrooms take cues from the vibrant culture and artistic essence resonating with Jeddah’s beautiful center, drawing inspiration from the high-skill artistry pieces of the Mashrabiyah, local textures, unique patterns, and the captivating rhythms and sounds found in the heart of the old town. Scope Summary – Scope included a set of guestroom experience concepts. The hotel will have a total of 267 keys. DLR Group provided interior design services.
Design Narrative: The Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology (TCAT) spent more than $97M on facilities identified in their 2014 Statewide Master Plan. Even with that significant investment, the TCATs realized the need to continue to invest in their aging facilities, many of which are approaching the end of their useful life. In collaboration with TSW, DLR Group developed an updated Master Plan in 2023 that addresses facilities and their ability to support modern teaching, equipment, amenities, and finishes—all with a focus on improving student success and workforce development. The planning team visited each of the TCAT campuses to conduct a facility evaluation, document existing conditions, and hold a series of interviews and meetings. Presidents, staff, faculty, and local Regional Advisory Boards provided significant regional context for each campus. Consistent with the TN Higher Education Demand and Need Maps, the resulting campus improvements will help provide access in underserved rural regions, allow better partnerships with community colleges, provide modern facilities where those on an existing campus are inadequate, and allow for a more permanent presence in each community. Scope Summary: The Master Plan includes all 30+ state-owned TCAT campuses statewide. DLR Group provided master planning, campus engagement, program evaluation, and space analysis services.
DLR Group MEA were successful with the commission to develop a new extension to the original mall ‘Riyadh Gallery’ which is known as the third most successful mall in Riyadh. It currently trades as a three-level mall with a combined area of 1.3 million sf. The team generated a series of options during the Pre-Concept Design stage in order to consider both the language of the project but also the complicated connection between the existing and new extension plot. The scheme comprises of 600,000 SF including a complimentary range of retail, cinema, entertainment, hotel and a new IKEA Store connected off the busy King Fahad Highway. The ambition of the design was to create a series of celebrated uses around a world class fountain. The project is the first of its kind to be a truly outdoor lifestyle experience, something distinctly new for the Kingdom. IKEA has been a fundamental part of the design and the team has developed a collaborative working relationship with the team in the region. The IKEA brand store is part of a larger roll out of destination anchors across the Kingdom. DLR Group provided Planning, Architecture and Interior Design Services. Scope Summary – The overall mixed-use project is approximately 600,000 sf of Retail, Food & Beverage, Cinema, Entertainment, IKEA and Hotel
Study involving visiting three buildings under consideration as a temporary home for Chautauqua Assembly
DESIGN ARCHIEVEMENT - BEA Finance Tower is a 198-metre skyscraper in Lujiazui, Shanghai. Bank of East Asia locates its Mainland China headquarter here, with lower levels for other companies. Located in CBD Area in Shanghai, literally a concrete jungle, we bring "URBAN GREEN" concept into the building, to make a fresh breath while the building's occupants dining in the B1 Level canteen or hosting private events in B2 level Lounge. SCOPE SUMMERY - DLR Group signed a full scope contract with client for the interior renovation for basement floors and rooftop terrace and pavilion earlier in the spring 2022. We went through all the way from concept and schematic design to design development, now the construction is about to start, DLR Shanghai office will oversee the construction on behalf of the client, to ensure the design intent is fully delivered by the contractor
Design Achievement – Souq 7 is a new, highly anticipated retail-focused developments spanning 80 hectares of previously vacant land in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. DLR Group’s design is inspired by local Saudi culture and customs, ranging from traditional Saudi architecture and design, overlaid with a modern aesthetic across various levels. The team was challenged to design interesting places for the community to gather, while maintaining a sense of place that attracts multiple demographics. The site is organized into seven zones, each with a different theme and purpose. A large central plaza acts as the heart of Souq 7. Streets are arteries that break out into smaller streets and courtyards to create a network of connections between zones and spaces. Scope Summary – Reaching 80 hectares, Souq 7 is the answer to a call to enliven the Jeddah community. The site is divided into seven zones, including food/market, fashion, family entertainment, auto, furniture, home improvement, and a traditional souq. The design team worked within the infrastructure of the provided master plan and program. The design infuses elements of concrete, glass, and stone for consistency with the existing landscape of Jeddah and authenticity within the surrounding communities. DLR Group provided architecture design services.
Design Achievement - Kinan Mall repositioning expands the mall to over 1 million square feet with the intent to reimagine the property into an immersive mixed-use and retail experience. DLR Group’s design infuses the lifestyle experience & softens the overall retail environment by introducing greenery and delicate layers throughout the development. The vision uses neutral concrete tones as a backdrop for white marble and timber-look materials creating signature design and unique identity for the community. The materiality of the redesign was intentionally chosen to offer Kinan Malls their own, distinctive, personalities and feel. With the user experience in mind, the aspiration of the project is to offer all visitors a modern lifestyle shopping experience informed by lush landscaping and the benefits of biophilia. Scope Summary - Kinan Mall complex comprises around 559 stores and boasts around 105,000m² GLA (approx. 205,000m² in built-up area) spread over five levels of enclosed shopping mall. The main Y-shaped mall dates back to 1995 and was extended in 2007 to incorporate a hypermarket, luxury boutique avenue and additional parking. DLR Group was appointed to refurbish/ reposition the prime areas of 4 malls – Huwailat, Jamea, Dana and Aliat - belonging to the Kinan Group, which is leading the development of several Residential communities and Commercial centers in Saudi Arabia. Main areas include entrances, food Court areas, washrooms and access corridors to Washrooms including Landscape Design Services. DLR Group performed planning, architecture, and interior design services
Study involving visiting three buildings under consideration as a temporary home for Chautauqua Assembly
This high-level study will provide a plan to renovate the Columbia Theatre to an occupiable building that will operate as a flexible venue.
NOT TO BRAND STANDARD Jekyll Island, formerly the land of the Guale and Mocama, is recognized for its rich natural, cultural, and heritage amenities. Cared for by the Jekyll Island Authority (JIA), the island, which is a designated State Park, has one of the largest National Historic Landmark Districts in the southeast. Over the last 15 years, more than $350 million has been invested in the island’s revitalization, which has included careful planning to ensure that Jekyll Island’s natural and environmental resources are cared for and maintained. As JIA looks into the future and pursues the recommendations of its 2021 Master Plan Update, leadership wants to consider the opportunity to revitalize the Jekyll Island Amphitheater. Built in 1972, the amphitheater served as a center of entertainment on the island for over 30 years before closing in 2005. While there has been significant interest in reactivating the amphitheater over the last 10 years, the right opportunity has yet to appear. In the meantime, the amphitheater has fallen into disrepair. To that end, DLR Group has been retained by the JIA to complete a market and site assessment to evaluate whether there is an opportunity to reactivate the site and, if so, how the site may need to adapt to meet the demands of modern audiences. The effort began with a series of one-on-one interviews with local leaders and community members and tours of existing facilities, followed by market, competitive, and user demand analyses. Currently, our team is developing the findings of this research into a narrative report. Key to this work has been prioritizing the JIA’s capacity goals for the island as well as the interests of local bird populations that have reclaimed the amphitheater site.
This high-level study will provide a plan to renovate the Columbia Theatre to an occupiable building that will operate as a flexible venue.
This high-level study will provide a plan to renovate the Columbia Theatre to an occupiable building that will operate as a flexible venue.
Renovation of existing vacant space, offices, and conference rooms to create a new Cath Lab, Control Room, Equipment Room, Pre/Post Op Bays, Toilet and Nurse Station on Level 01 of Pardee Hospital.
Design Achievement – La Sierra University maintains world-renowned collections of archeology and natural history but the facilities that house these collections are aging and not conducive to public display. The University envisions a new museum to celebrate these collections at the front of campus and as a connection to research and the community paired with new student amenity spaces such as a cafe and student lounge. DLR Group’s design is inspired by the concept of an oasis and organized to act as a beacon to connect campus and community while fostering curiosity for new audiences and embodying nature. The building is designed around the flow of the landscape and the natural water flowing through the site. While the building is deeply embedded into the earth, upper areas are lighter and more delicate in structure to shine as a beacon, welcoming visitors to this new iconic destination at La Sierra University. The twin museum wings connect by a bridge that doubles as a flexible lounge and overflow gallery space. The shaded outdoor spaces and adjacent cafe will draw students, faculty, and visitors alike and grow a new social heart of campus. Scope summary - The scope of work for this project includes architectural, structural, and interior design for a 40,000 gross square foot new museum building. The program includes multiple gallery spaces with research and collections support including a temporary gallery, Stahl Gallery for Social Justice, Center for Near Eastern Archeology Gallery, and the World Museum of Natural History Gallery. Outside of the galleries are an auditorium, museum offices, café, small amphitheater, field office for educational workshops, student lounge, and research library. The design is targeted to align with DLR Group’s 2030 commitment to sustainability with a high-performance building envelope and energy reducing strategies. The target EUI for the project is 10 kBtu/sq/yr. DLR Group provided planning, programming, architecture, interiors, structural design, and exhibit coordination.
NOT TO SPEC In collaboration with DLR Group, Northern Arizona University (NAU) is completing its comprehensive, sustainable, smart campus master plan, providing a high-level development framework for land use, open space, facility development, and circulation for its Flagstaff campus, and each of its properties across the state of Arizona. In an effort to better understand the campus community and its stakeholders, DLR Group conducted in-depth engagement workshops to level-set based on existing conditions and past planning, define a collective vision, and establish goals and drivers. Incorporating essential elements of NAU’s Climate Action Plan, the master plan will define future facility and infrastructure needs that focus on resource optimization and outline the roadmap for NAU’s transformation that serves the needs of future generations. With a student-centered decision-making process, DLR Group’s plan enhances the campus’ sense of place by integrating indigenous planning concepts and equitable placemaking strategies that serve NAU’s diverse student body. The project encompasses the creation of a custom, open-source planning tool that assists the University with future decision-making. ALTERNATE DESCRIPTION (LINSEY GRAFF 04.2023) Collectively Defining a Smart Campus Northern Arizona University is developing a new campus master plan which will emphasize “Smart Campus” capabilities to provide students, faculty, staff, and visitors with a unique experience. NAU’s Smart Campus will: Drive new efficiencies and contribute to our efforts to reduce carbon emissions Effectively manage resources Optimize existing space before creating new Promote other aspects of our strategic roadmap, vision, and mission across the NAU system of campuses Participants from Northern Arizona University (NAU) and NAU’s technology partners gathered for a full-day retreat on-campus to explore inspiring ideas, opportunities, aspirations, critical questions, and potential solutions for creating a smart campus plan for NAU. The retreat’s purpose wasn’t to solve the problems but to discover what is possible. The retreat was organized into four overarching themes that remained consistent in the collection, analysis, and summary of the data: Infrastructure Evolution and Climate Responsiveness A Connected Campus Experience with smart buildings, data, and automation Effective Administration, Business Practices, and Robotics Teaching, Learning, Research, and its intersection with Technology These themes start to reveal a set of potential outcomes that can be further explored and incorporated into NAU’s IT Strategic Roadmap and Campus Master plans.    Attract more students Reduce costs Automate components for ease of access Improve stakeholder experiences Frictionless integration between student experience and operations Plan for new technology as it is introduced into building operations Integrate wayfinding technology into NAU app Support faculty to effectively utilize and integrate emerging technology Address the gaps in remote learning Provide better access to health resources Northern Arizona University is also aligning building renewal strategies with utility and energy - through a lens of the Total Cost of Ownership. Our team is preparing and updating the capital outlay improvement and development plans for specific identified projects through a Master Plan Update, which includes all of NAU’s properties. Throughout the planning process, we have engaged with students, faculty, staff, and the community to solicit input, test assumptions, and build campus-wide consensus in the plan. Related to the “micro-districts” concept for South Campus, the NAU plan is also taking a deep dive study into post-pandemic space needs, updating NAU’s recently completed Strategic Space study with new thoughts around teaching and learning spaces, workspace, and research space. This study will redefine the metrics used for space planning and assignment moving forward, and will inform new building and major renewal over the next decade. DLR Group has seen efforts like this result in efficiencies that increase occupancy by 35% in 20% less space within hybrid work environments - a space type that we see significant opportunity to optimize across South Campus. DLR Group’s in-house data science team is building a custom, open course tool for NAU to utilize in decision making, emphasizing the “Smart Campus” capacity of the university and community.
NOT TO SPEC DLR Group has been working with The Ohio State University since 2016 on the programming, planning, and implementation of a new 400,000 SF Arts District centered on the historical main entrance into the University. An initial two-year master planning (2016) and comprehensive programming process (2018) was followed by the implementation of two new buildings for the School of Music and Department of Theatre, Film and Media Arts, which opened in spring 2022 and fall 2023, respectively. During the course of design of the Music and Theatre buildings, we completed a planning study (2020) for the expansion of the Peter Eisenman-designed Wexner Center for the Arts located just east of the new music building. We also completed a series of studies for the College of Arts & Sciences to determine the best ways to optimize several buildings that are now available due to the opening of Music and Theater.  Art + Design Planning and Utilization Study (05.2022-03.2023): The goal for the project was to study how current spaces in Hopkins Hall (110,154 SF), Hayes Hall (43,508 SF), and Sherman Studio Art Center (25,545 SF) can function more efficiently and become better utilized. We were tasked with finding alignment between multiple user groups from multiple departments that had previously collaborated very little with each other. Through the analysis of existing department space utilization data, review of facility assessment reports, observations made during visits to each building, discussions with College and Department leadership, stakeholder surveys, and meetings with the Scoping Study Committee, the design team developed the following deliverables: Comprehensive program of spaces  Descriptions of specific interventions within each space List of designated “shared spaces” designed to be catalysts for collaboration among Art and Design students and faculty. Planning diagrams that indicate locations of new or relocated program elements. Strategy for implementing proposed planning. The process yielded a unified vision, outlining a series of ~60 projects within four different cost brackets that the departments, college, and university can implement over the coming years.
Design Achievement – Located in Goodyear Arizona, the new Sub-Zero facility is the next step in brand expansion, allowing the necessary space for this company to grow. DLR Group’s design transforms this substantial lot into a cutting-edge production and storage warehouse, complemented by dynamic offices and laboratories dedicated to Sub-Zero’s line of luxury residential freezer products. The overarching design elevates, refines, and instills a bold aesthetic throughout the facility, departing from the previous utilitarian look of distribution centers. With warm wood finishes, crisp pastel blues, striking textures and patterns adorning this workspace, the meticulous detailing exudes warmth and comfort. The two-story lobby, enveloped in wood slats extending onto the ceiling, introduces a sense of grandeur. Conference rooms were designed to evoke a residential atmosphere, complete with full-wall credenzas that mimic in-home entertainment systems. Exposed ceilings in corridors and open office spaces sustain the openness and spaciousness established in the lobby. This design is a sophisticated, welcoming, and visually captivating space that reflects the exceptional quality of Sub-Zero's products. Scope Summary – The scope of this project encompassed a total of 599,351 square feet dedicated to the building’s shell, with 43,333 square feet of interiors. This infrastructure also provided space for the potential installation of photovoltaics in the future.  Notably, the design approach faced the challenge of marrying a highly utilitarian function with high-end aesthetics to ensure a lasting impression for visitors. To align the facility's design with the quality and detail of Sub-Zero's products, the main office area received meticulous attention, as well as the wood motif throughout the building designed effectively to exude brand values. This included installation of large panels of louver fins at the main administration entrance to not only provide shade but also emulate the metal grillwork of Sub-Zero's appliances, enhancing the building's aesthetics. With strategic placement of windows, storefront glazing, and sun-shading devices, the design bypassed the need for redundant exterior features while maintaining an intriguing look to the building. DLR Group provided architecture and interior design services.
DLR Group would schedule a kick-off meeting with Columbia Art House team. During this meeting, we would establish a project steering committee; identify project goals and objectives; outline a project timeline; request relevant materials and planning documents; develope a stakeholder engagement plan; and determine a team meeting cadence.
DLR Group would schedule a kick-off meeting with Columbia Art House team. During this meeting, we would establish a project steering committee; identify project goals and objectives; outline a project timeline; request relevant materials and planning documents; develope a stakeholder engagement plan; and determine a team meeting cadence.
Design Achievement - In May, Beijing Government launched an international urban design competition, visioning the future international Convention & Exhibition and consumption hub, which aim to become a world-class destination for C&E and Consumption. And we won the 3rd prize along total of 8 participants which include Zaha Hadid, Kengo Kuma and other world famous architects and designers. Scope Summary - 11,450,000 SF Convention & Exhibition Area The Halo C&E is designed with a 1 km long central urban avenue that connects the symmetrically arranged Exhibition Halls, Conference Center, Event Center, and Specialty Halls. Four entrances and exits assigned evenly from south to north, east to west linking all parking gates and the metro station to the south. Electric trams are also planned to connect the visitors between all public gates making the venue highly accessible to all visitors and exhibitors. The central urban boulevard is planned to be open to sky to create a well-crafted lifestyle avenue linking the various exhibition halls, pre-function with F&B /meeting areas. 11,175,000 SF Commercial Area: The commercial district is designed to be connected between both the metro and Parking areas. Its balanced retail offer will house the best of international brands while also supporting local boutique retailers. The clustered buildings link an internal mall with an outdoor retail village. This complementary mix will create a unique buzz in this new state of the art ‘place to be’. Park & Cultural: The park is designed as a truly calming environment. Its trails are planned to link Various interventions all a well-crafted journey. Its key nodes include the cultural district which Will cater for various history museums and learning centers. Its aim is to build on the Cities Culture and to be a new ‘center of cultural excellence’ for the community. Resort: The Resort hotel is designed a 5-star world class offer with a range of Hospitality and ball room conferencing facilities all blended around the Water and reflecting pool views. The hotel is designed to ‘connect with nature’ As a unique stand-alone offer.
DLR Group would schedule a kick-off meeting with Columbia Art House team. During this meeting, we would establish a project steering committee; identify project goals and objectives; outline a project timeline; request relevant materials and planning documents; develope a stakeholder engagement plan; and determine a team meeting cadence.
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