The British architects describe the building as "a moving veil, which adapts to the changing use of the building, and reveals the stage on the balcony and views towards Pudong".
The Bund’s curtain-like exterior, which is made out of bronze tubes, was inspired by traditional Chinese theatres. Hanging in three layers, the bronze tubes create semi-transparent screens in front of windows and balconies.
This 190,000m2 development is still under construction, but the above images by photographer Laurian Ghinitoiu reveal the graceful facade which seems to be almost complete.
Visit the Shanghai Bund Financial Center website for more information.
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