MXTR Park / Within-Beyond StudioSave this picture!© ZC Architectural Photography StudioCommercial Architecture•Shenzhen, China Architects: Within-Beyond Studio Area Area of this architecture project Area:  350 m² Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2025 Photographs Photographs:ZC Architectural Photography Studio Lead Architects: Zhe ZHANG More SpecsLess Specs Save this picture! Text description provided by the architects. As the central node of vitality in Water Plaza, MXTR PARK embraces the concept of "Mixture Park" as its core design philosophy. Through bold geometric forms and three-dimensional open spaces, the project becomes a landmark blending commercial value with public character. It seeks to integrate retail activity with urban life, transforming the building into a connector between economic energy and civic engagement.Save this picture!Save this picture!Current Conditions and Challenges
The site faces two primary challenges. First, while the inner alley and high street meet at Water Plaza, the weak commercial atmosphere at this junction prevents a continuous retail loop. Second, located at the terminal end of the high street, the site lacks visual identity and fails to establish a strong focal point, diminishing its spatial and commercial impact.Save this picture!Save this picture!Planning Strategy
Following extensive form exploration, the design team selected a cylindrical structure for three reasons: the circle symbolizes rationality and humility; the cylindrical mass balances visually with the nearby "hugging elephant" sculpture; and the clean form respects the surrounding large-scale buildings. The planning strategy—"one arch, two terraces, three stages"—was developed around this concept. The building's mass is carved open along circulation routes using Boolean operations, creating a welcoming façade. On the plaza side, a stepped platform activates three levels: a flexible market at ground level, ceremonial seating on the second floor, and a rooftop "sky garden" as an elevated event space.Save this picture!Save this picture!Design Strategy
A minimalist steel arch structure, spanning 18 meters, anchors the architectural composition. The fully open south façade maximizes visibility and commercial appeal. A large stair canopy, shaped from the arch itself, connects to the second level, seamlessly integrating function and form. Materials emphasize contrast: a silver aluminum roof echoes nearby architecture, enhancing sculptural impact, while wood and wood-toned aluminum panels at pedestrian level provide warmth and approachability. The landscape design uses "blurred boundaries" to let commercial activity flow naturally into public zones, ensuring a fluid transition between leisure, retail, and gathering spaces.Save this picture!Save this picture!Operational Strategy
A triadic operational model ensures long-term vibrancy. High-quality public areas invite prolonged stays, organically converting foot traffic into commercial value. "See and be seen" spatial scenarios encourage interaction between people and architecture, integrating them into the urban spectacle. Ground-floor areas are subdivided into smaller community-oriented zones, offering flexible formats for retail and events. This strategy supports sustained activation and economic resilience.Save this picture!Conclusion
MXTR PARK applies the spatial logic of "one arch, two terraces, three stages" to create architecture that serves both commercial and public purposes. As a dynamic venue for urban life, it sets a new standard for compact architectural interventions within dense city contexts—blending design, utility, and civic value into a singular, forward-thinking model.Save this picture!Save this picture! Project gallerySee allShow less Project locationAddress:Shenzhen, ChinaLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officeWithin-Beyond StudioOffice••• Published on May 11, 2025Cite: "MXTR Park / Within-Beyond Studio" 11 May 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1029922/mxtr-park-shenzhen-mixc-water-plaza-commercial-space-design-within-beyond-studio&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save世界上最受欢迎的建筑网站现已推出你的母语版本!想浏览ArchDaily中国吗?是否 You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream