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Horizontal Skyscraper – Vanke Center

The Horizontal Skyscraper, designed by Steven Holl Architects and completed in 2009, is a mixed-use building located on the outskirts of Shenzhen, China. Situated in Dameisha, Yantian District, the complex includes offices for Vanke Co., a conference center, restaurant, an auditorium, a hotel, apartments and a large public park.

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2009

Shenzhen, Shenzhen, People's Republic of China

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Steven Holl

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Steven Holl Architects

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