A continuous journey

A workplace shaped by flow, grounded in Tianjin.

Tianjin Kerry Center Office
Rooted in the cultural and spatial legacy of the Hai River, Tianjin Kerry Centre Office and Retail Phase II draws on the river as a guiding thread, shaping the space into a fluid, human-centric environment. Interpreting movement, connection, and adaptability as a spatial language, the design creates a more open and flexible setting for contemporary work and everyday use.
Project details

A spatial expression of flow 

From arrival, the spatial experience unfolds as a continuous journey – where materiality, light and rhythm evoke the movement of the Hai River. Drawing from the language of river and port architecture, fluid geometries and layered surfaces create a sense of progression.  

A refined palette of light stone, metal and warm timber brings balance and depth, while integrated greenery recalls riverside ecology. Animated by natural light, the space feels both grounded in its urban context and continually in motion. 

Lobby as a moment of transition 

Conceived as more than a threshold, the main lobby becomes an immersive introduction to the workplace. High ceilings, refined lighting and open reception spaces establish clarity and composure. It operates both as a gateway and as a social condenser – a space where first impressions, encounters and connections are formed.  

Opening up the boundaries of work  

At Tianjin Kerry Center, work is positioned within a broader work-play-live environment. Woods Bagot’s design of the lobby, lift lobbies, corridors and shared amenities extends this vision – creating a network of connected spaces that support interaction and more flexible patterns of use.  

Seamlessly linked to retail phase II, the workplace extends beyond the office boundary – connecting users to a wider range of amenities and experiences. Flexibility and choice are embedded into the overall spacial experience, supporting a more adaptable and connected way of working. 

Wellbeing and performance in balance 

The project moves beyond conventional sustainability metrics to champion holistic wellbeing – physical, mental and spiritual. Natural light, biophilic integration and material tactility create a restorative environment where people are supported throughout the day, enabling a more balanced and resilient way of working. 

Tianjin Kerry Center defines a contemporary workplace through spatial clarity and layered experience – serving as both a gateway to work and a bridge between the city’s cultural identity and its global exchange, where movement reveals the distinct rhythm of Tianjin. 

Location
Tianjin, China
Client
Tianjin Kerry Real Estate Development Company Ltd.
Area
Workplace 92,650 sqm
Retail podium 15,080 sqm
Scope
Interior Design
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