Dali Erhai Solar Power Generation Project

When was the Erhai Lake Ecological Corridor completed?

Completed in 2022 in Dali, China. Images by Ce Wang. The construction project of the Erhai Lake Ecological Corridor in Dali aims to establish a healthy water-land buffer zone and ecological barrier....

What is a landscape architecture approach in Cangshan mountain & Erhai Lake?

In the face of the pristine surroundings of Cangshan Mountain, Erhai Lake, and the quaint villages, the design aims to intervene using a landscape architecture approach minimally. It responds to the relationship between the building and the land through "anchoring and suspension," engaging with the environment.

What is a Dali roof?

The wall base uses locally sourced limestone, abundant in Dali, and is constructed with a combination of particle sizes ranging from 150-450mm. The roof drainage system utilizes UHPC roof panels. By employing landscape supports, sufficient water runoff space is retained, guiding rainwater to nearby culverts after finding the slope.

Why should you visit Dali?

Openness and Inclusivity: Everyday Public Life. Dalihas become a destination for numerous digital nomads and travelers in the post-pandemic era. As a daily retreat, the station is not only an observation platform and rest stop but also a platform for urban public life. The building opens itself to everyone with a simple and inclusive design.

How does Cangshan & Erhai work?

In response to the dual orientation of avoiding trees, connecting roads, facing Cangshan to the back, and overlooking Erhai to the front, the building unfolds from south to north, starting from a crack in the landscape, gradually rising, and creating a platform for panoramic views and a shelter for brief stays.