H World Group Global Headquarters

Completion Date｜ Sep. 2022， Address｜588 South Pudong Road, Pudong, Shanghai

H World Group intends to "bring together a group of like-minded friends and joyfully achieve great endeavors." With the support of common goals and beliefs, the diversity and comprehensiveness of H World Group's hotel brands have had a global impact. However, along with the group's rapid development, the number of office personnel continues to expand, and the existing office environment and facilities can no longer meet the demands. There are significant limitations in terms of hardware and functionality. They need a core base to unite the H World Group people, where they can continue to unite and work together to achieve "a better life."

Like-minded

“Similar things gather together, and diverse things are separated."

—"The Book of Changes, Appendix to the Introduction of the Hexagrams".

Gathering

The architectural design, led by Mr Yichun Liu of Atelier Deshaus, embodies this concept. Five tower buildings surround, forming a comprehensive complex that includes the H World Group's corporate headquarters, an industrial internet research and innovation base, a financial settlement center, a research and learning center, and a demonstration hotel, among other functions. Located in the North Hongqiao business district, on the banks of the Wusong River in Shanghai, the total construction area is up to 84,000 square meters, creating a new ecological circle that can accommodate 2,500 people for centralized office work.

Separating

Inheriting the functions and research and development needs of the group's headquarters, the division is needed after the gathering. The interior design and functional zoning are coordinated with the architecture. It separates focused and efficient workspaces from the headquarters promotion and shared public spaces, as well as the distinction between internal and external, focus and relaxation, independence and collaboration. It adapts to various functions and interacts with the natural environment by dividing scenes.

Seeking Truth - Exploring Essence

The essence of the corporate headquarters is to serve as a working space where a clean and vibrant visual environment creates an atmosphere of order. The materials used extensively in the office area are sound-absorbing, eliminating noise and unnecessary distractions to foster high efficiency and focus. The separation between "activity" and "stillness" places the meeting area on the office floors next to the elevator hall, effectively isolating external disturbances.

The "Oxygen Cell" rest area is located at the center of each office floor's dynamic layout, providing a space for relaxation and casual meetings. It offers various office scenarios, including free discussions, phone conferences, and work environments. Individuals can briefly breathe and relax amidst their high-paced work by switching focus between the natural surroundings and scenes.

Ultimate Goodness - User-friendly

The empowerment of the corporate headquarters includes unified management and operation, showcasing the company's image, enhancing corporate culture, centralizing professional talents, and providing convenient facilities and resources. H World Group's headquarters embraces every visitor with an open and inclusive appearance. With the introduction of intelligent technology, management has become more efficient and controllable. While promoting a "better life," the living environment of employees is also considered. The public area connects five buildings through a sunken plaza, allowing each tower to be independent yet interconnected. This centralized and efficient approach optimizes the overall environmental resources.

The circular dynamic layout covers comprehensive functions beyond work, emphasizing a healthy and sustainable lifestyle. It forms a vibrant organic complex, enabling efficient and convenient communication.

Exquisite Perfection - Emphasizing Aesthetics

The concise and orderly architectural complex exudes elegance through rationality, with natural light and lighting enhancing the power and ambiance of beauty. The beautiful work environment and life intertwine positively, creating a naturally open atmosphere. The greenery of the Suzhou River is integrated into the architectural complex, allowing interaction between humans and nature rather than enclosure. The embellishments of greenery and art capture the changes of a day and the four seasons, awakening and inspiring an inner sense of beauty. This naturally nurtures the creation of future hotel products, providing a fertile ground for the birth of beauty.

In the design of the H World Group headquarters, we put into practice the group's philosophy of "Seeking Truth, Ultimate Goodness, Exquisite Perfection." On the path to achieving a better life, we empower and attract like-minded friends, enabling them to accomplish great endeavors in this environment joyfully.