Dalian, China

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site area | 4.3 acres / 1.75 hectares

total GBA | 118,400 sq ft / 11,000 sq m

client | Dalian Sanbay Estate Co, Ltd.

ddG | 173172 | ddG www.ddG-USA.Com

Velocity is an exciting fusion of traditional culture and contemporary functionality.

Velocity welcomes residents of the Lüshunkou District of Dalian, China, to an inspired fusion of community, culture, and creative design. This new multi-purpose facility serves as a flexible civic and cultural resource, where people of the community can enjoy sports, fitness, and other recreational pursuits.

Surrounded by parklands and an abundance of green space, the east and west wings of the C-shaped structure flank a large paved courtyard complete with water features and appealing architectural design elements – all of which combine to make an ideal venue for festivals and celebrations. Entryway landscaping is inspired and evocative: airy fountains and soaring hemlocks suggest the waterfalls and mountains of Liaoning Province.

Inside, a central vertical gallery – with a unique glass rock-climbing wall – anchors spaces designed for water sports, ball sports, and educational and community events.

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Velocity boasts indoor basketball courts, a natatorium, and weight and resistance training facilities, as well as community rooms, conference spaces and other public resources.

Our logo ideation symbolizes motion, energy, and the balanced combination of the five vital elements: water, wood, fire, earth, and metal. Supplementary iconography, also representing the five elements, further develops the project’s brand, and can be seen on the building facade, in the signage, and in decorative uses throughout the landscape.

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