The project is nestled in Jiaxing Unit 01 of Ruikangli area, at the heart of Hongkou District, Shanghai. Covering 28.97 hectares and just 1 kilometer from the North Bund, it forms a vital part of Hongkou Port—truly Shanghai's urban living room.

Here, century-old buildings, rich in character, whisper stories alongside vibrant Shikumen alleyways bursting with life. The Hongkou Port and Shajing Port waterways meander like liquid poetry, their gentle embrace creating a dynamic "Urban Water Town"—a rare gem in Shanghai's urban landscape. This diamond-shaped district, home to the prestigious "Shanghai Music Valley" brand, lays the foundation for a new Shanghai-style cultural renaissance.

Continuing the City's Historical Tapestry
We cherish the city's memories, preserving its historical texture and spatial scale. By re-integrating streets, squares, and urban public spaces, we breathe new life into the urban fabric, making pedestrian experiences both vibrant and delightful. We explore the symbiotic dance between new architectural forms and preserved heritage, allowing historical threads to weave seamlessly with modern life, creating a new Shanghai-style historic district with unique spatial charm.

Crafting Intimate Waterfront Districts
Connecting waterfront promenades along the S-shaped waterway, we let artistic performances and commercial functions flourish by the water's edge. We provide rich cultural leisure activities and immersive waterfront experiences, building a unique new Shanghai-style waterfront leisure area—where every moment is worthy of showcasing, enjoying, strolling, and living. Here, water flows as the city's lifeblood, carrying the poetry of everyday existence.

Cultivating Artistic Neighborhoods with Local Character
Let art permeate life, present everywhere and always. Driven by diverse artistic performances, creative activities, and educational programs, we dissolve spatial boundaries between work, life, performances, commerce, and leisure. We form a diverse and flexible organic whole, crafting new Shanghai-style living experiences that are stylish, warm, and vibrant—where every space tells stories of life and resonates with artistic warmth.

Surface： 513,000 m2

Client： Shanghai Hongkou District Government

Designer： 2Portzamparc & 9Grid