Shanghai Nanjing Road East Extension Revitalizes the Historic Pedestrian Path to the Bund
Snøhetta works in collaboration with local partner East China Architectural Design & Research Institute (ECADI) to realize the innovative yet context-sensitive vision for Shanghai Nanjing Road East Extension. The project sees the pedestrianization of an additional 21,370 square meters along Nanjing Road, stretching the iconic 495-meter walkway to the historic Bund waterfront.
Designing for one of Shanghai's most populated and culturally significant public spaces, Snøhetta’s approach to the Nanjing Road East Extension honors the area’s legacy by highlighting the historical buildings along the street while strategically streamlining foot traffic and activating the spaces that connect to the main pedestrian thoroughfare. The design for Shanghai's Nanjing Road East Extension strikes a careful balance between people-focused mobility and a deep appreciation for the city's architectural and cultural heritage.