For its latest design in China, the Australian firm Koichi Takada Architects takes inspiration from Shanghai's forest-rich landscape and creates a series of architectural "trees" that branch out, forming a canopy above a new marketplace. Through its open, biophilic design, the Solar Trees Marketplace will be an extension of the outdoor public space, reinterpreting the traditional Chinese market as a community place. The project is currently under construction and is due to be completed in early 2022. >>>

Space, landscape, and light into the building... These are some of the architecture principles sensed into the design. Modern architecture combines a unique design with warm materials such as wood and natural stone. The environment is conducive for warm and quiet living away from the busty life of Nairobi 'rush' life. >>>