Shimao Butterfly Bay is located on the southern part of Kunshan. The 700,000sqm comprehensive development consists of 52 residential towers, 500 luxury villas, town houses and duplex condominiums, shopping streets, cinema, hotel and various amenity facilities. The concept of this master plan is to create unique contemporary living by the water. Low-density luxurious villas, town houses and duplex condominiums are planned on four thematic butterfly shaped islands in the center. These islands surrounded by a scenic lake, create a tranquil waterfront environment to the residents. The high-rise towers varying from 18 to 48 storeys line up on north side. Four 150m high super high-rise towers at the central axis form a monumental gateway to the development. Most residents in the towers can enjoy a commanding view over the picturesque landscape of the lake and villas. Commercial areas at the south and south-west corners are separated from the residential area by the scenic lake and provided with an independent entrance to ensure segregation of vehicle and pedestrian.
Project Details
SCOPE
Phase I
14 29-32 storey residential buildings with 1502 units
2 48-storey super high rise residential buildings with 574 units
19 groups row houses with 268 units
26 vilias with 36 units
2 blocks of 24 & 25-storey hotel apartments with 623 units
1 primary school
17 blocks of commercial hub
1 block of 5 storey cinema
Total GFA of 504,000sqm.
Phase II
6 18-34 storey residential buildings with 1250 units
6 40-50 super high rise residential buildings with 2408 units
13 5-7 storey villas with 434 units
19 3-storey town houses with 165 units
27 3-storey houses
1 2-storey super-mart
Total GFA of 521,400sqm
ANTICIPATED COMPLETION / COMPLETION DATE
Phase I: 2008
Phase II: 2013
Awards
2015 Gold Awards for National Classic Habitation on Planning and Architectural Design by Architectural Society of China
