crystal laputa residential development designed by 5+design in china

‘crystal laputa’ is a three tower residential project designed by 5+design, located in chengdu, china. the 150,000m² project includes three high-rises, one mid-level structure, a fitness center, spa, and three 4,000m² penthouses — one topping each building. visualized as a floating neighborhood, ‘crystal laputa’ is surrounded by a lake, with various marinas, waterways, and land bridges connecting elements.

view from the base
images © 5+design

on-site transportation is provided in three ways: pedestrian pathways, roads, and marine infrastructure. the latter is capable of supporting not only residents’ vessels, but a private fleet of water taxis for the development. ‘crystal laputa’ was designed by hollywood-based studio 5+design.

tower façade

‘crystal laputa’

looking west 

view from east

unit exterior detail

tower one

pedestrian bridge

sunset 

dock view

plan view sketch

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edited by: nick brink | designboom

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