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Standing for ‘Art & Intelligence’, the design concept for AI Plaza Central Market Arcade in Adelaide, which forms part of a prominent
connects the art district and the media district as a Borderless A.I. Cloud retail and dining destination that spans the Adelaide Central Market,
which allows for the infinite imagination of art and technology. Market Plaza, Chinatown, Gouger Street and Grote Street. With work
“AI Plaza stands amid more than 20 art galleries, exhibition halls, theatres and on so many past, current and future projects, we ask Ip what are the
libraries in West Bund which is becoming Asia’s largest art zone. The project key drivers of the business amid this ongoing success? “Designing for
involves nature, art and the latest smart applications developed by leading people is an inherently empathetic endeavour that requires listening
artificial intelligence companies based in the neighbouring Shanghai AI Tower.” and conversation. We believe that our best work comes from seeing
The project plays an important part in building an “AI Valley” in our process of engaging with clients, communities and designers as
Shanghai by unleashing a new hybrid development, one that merges an intersecting continuum of shared ideas and collective thinking. We
digital art within a retail experience. relentlessly pursue better outcomes and solutions through advanced
analytics, constructive critiquing, collaboration and a deep understanding
“It is a retail museum,” Ip highlights. “It is
a commercial platform as well as incubator and extension of art shows of the clients’ and users; needs. It is not about egos, it is about collectively
and exhibitions within the art museum quarter as it can host indoor creating the best possible outcomes for the client.”
art exhibitions on a smaller scale and create specialised zones to sell The world has changed since
innovative art products. AI Plaza brings a brand-new urban landmark to the pandemic and Ip feels the
the city of Shanghai.”
Upcoming projects by Woods Bagot include the renovation of Hysan challenges this has created led to
Place in Hong Kong where the new concept is all about creating a new opportunities for Woods Bagot
place for trendsetters and a destination for those who live in their own
life attitudes. Outside of Hong Kong the company is involved in two as leaders in the creative industry,
projects in Australia, one is the redevelopment of the Six Senses resort building future cities and new
at Burnham Beeches in Melbourne where the resulting masterplan
encompasses three experiential zones – the Mansion and Spa, the Village communities.
Green and the Hilltop Retreat whilst the other is redevelopment of the www.woodsbagot.com