Notable Chinese Architectural Projects of 2025 Highlighted in Review
Christina Yao, China editor for Dezeen, has selected ten significant architectural works completed in China during 2025. The list includes major projects by international firms such as BIG, OMA, and Zaha Hadid Architects, alongside smaller-scale structures from domestic studios. Featured buildings range from cultural institutions and corporate headquarters to public pavilions and sports facilities, located in cities including Hangzhou, Shanghai, Suzhou, Guangzhou, and Chengdu. The selection forms part of the publication's annual review series, showcasing contemporary design trends across the country.
Key facts
- Ten architectural projects in China were selected for a 2025 review by Dezeen's China editor.
- The list includes works by both international and local architecture studios.
- Projects span various building types, including museums, pavilions, offices, and a sports center.
- The review is part of Dezeen's ongoing annual series evaluating design and architecture.
Entities
Artists
- Christina Yao
- Bjarke Ingels
Institutions
- Dezeen
- BIG
- OMA
- Zaha Hadid Architects
- Aedas
- GN Architects
- DoDesign
- Louis Vuitton
- ZXD Architects
- Beijing Institute of Architectural Design (BIAD)
- Atelier Xi
- ARTS Group
- Front Inc
- Guangdong Architectural Design and Research Institute (GDAD)
- MVRDV
Locations
- China
- Hangzhou
- Chaishan Island
- Chongqing
- Shanghai
- Xiamen
- Tianshui
- Guiyang
- Suzhou
- Guangzhou
- Chengdu