The first section of the plant-covered 1000 Trees development, designed by British designer Thomas Heatherwick’s studio, has officially opened in Shanghai, China. The mixed-use development features up to 1000 pillars, each with a tree planted on top. It was designed by Heatherwick for developer Tian An.
The first phase of 1000 Trees opened with a lighting ceremony on 22 December, 2021 in Shanghai’s Putuo district after eight years of development. A full set of images of the project is set to be released later this month.
It is located next to the city’s M50 arts district and a public park. Comprising two mountain-like peaks, the development will span 300,000 square meters and encompass restaurants, museums and galleries, as well as a number of historic buildings, when complete.
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