Inspired by Shanghai’s textile artists
‘GATE M Huazhimen’ is a flagship commercial project and future landmark in Shanghai’s Xuhui District. This super TOD has commenced construction and is set to become an integrated and innovative retail and lifestyle experience inspired by the city’s historical cotton textile artists.
Located in Shanghai's central urban area, the development is conveniently connected by four metro lines: the Airport Link Line, Metro Line 15, Line 19 (under construction) and Line 23 (under construction).
Shanghai is one of the birthplaces of China’s textile and garment industry, with the cotton textile once being one of the city’s most important economic industries.
The project site is surrounded by this rich cultural history, situated nearby the Huang Dao Po Memorial Hall and Ningguo Temple. Huang Dao Po of Huajing is one of the most famous women of the early Chinese cotton textile industry, known for her Wunijing technique which has been passed down to this day.
The architectural design of GATE M Huazhimen reflects the five processes of Huajing's traditional cotton textile industry: knitting, stretching, spinning, weaving and dyeing. The characteristics of each process are expressed through the architectural language with abstract design techniques.
Landscaping and natural light are introduced between the upper and lower building volumes, breaking the boundary between indoor and outdoor, and creating a semi-open-air path with steps and generous greenery. The design creates spaces for visitors to enjoy while also increasing the environmental performance of the building.
GATE M Huazhimen aspires to create an intelligent, experiential, and world-class TOD complex in Xuhui. This development is planned to be completed in 2027.