# New Cultural-Commercial Hub in Shanghai: West Bund Dream Center Former cement factory transformed into a breathtaking lifestyle destination. - **Source:** [ArchDaily Global](https://brifing.si/source/b856ce4a-b51b-4705-954b-40620e034caa) - **Published:** 2026-07-14 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/d11bcc7c-d6c8-46e7-9daf-c485911d4997 ## Transformation of Industrial Heritage The former Shanghai Cement Factory along Huangpu River has been converted into a 20,923 sqm modern cultural and commercial center by HCCH Studio. The project revitalizes the area by blending industrial history with contemporary living. ## Architectural Approach BLDG1 and BLDG3 buildings along Longteng Avenue feature a refined design language. The structures combine raw industrial aesthetics with luxury lifestyle, creating dynamic public spaces that channel river breezes. ## Design Team & Collaborations Led by Hao Chen and Chenchen Hu, the team worked with Shanghai Institute of Architectural Design for technical execution. The project features landscaping by JCFO and facade consultancy by AECOM. ## Urban Impact Completed after 10 years of planning, the project has established West Bund as Shanghai's new cultural corridor. The former factory site now hosts art events and social gatherings. ## Technical Details The 20,923 sqm complex was completed in 2024. Investors include Shanghai Dream Center Creative Culture Development and Shanghai Jiazhi'an Culture Development companies. ## New Benchmark in Architecture West Bund Dream Center sets a global example for industrial site transformations. Contributing to Shanghai's creative economy, the project establishes a model for sustainable urban development. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.archdaily.com/1033606/west-bund-dream-center-bldg1-plus-bldg3-hcch-studio — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._