China Merchants Tower

China Merchants Tower is a skyscraper in Shekou, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China. It was designed by Skidmore, Owings, & Merrill.

Design

The building is designed to allow access to outdoor balconies on every level. The tower is covered with glass-made, unitized curtain wall, with tightly placed horizontal fins in order to minimize solar gain.

Awards

Architizer A+ Award: Office Building High Rise
Award of Merit: Architectural Engineering Integration