Dayu Memorial Hall by UAD. Image courtesy of UAD

The Architectural Design and Research Institute at Zhejiang University

Shortlisted for Dezeen Awards China 2024 architect of the year, Zhejiang-based architecture studio The Architectural Design and Research Institute at Zhejiang University(UAD).

UAD was established in 1953. With a history of more than 66 years to date, it is one of the earliest First Class Design Institutes among major national universities. UAD adheres to the combination of design, teaching and scientific research, backed by Zhejiang University, actively participating in the market competition, and widely carrying out international academic exchanges and engineering joint design.

Recent projects include a concrete visitor centre in Zhejiang Province and Hexi Sports Field in Shaoxing.


This studio has been shortlisted in the architect of the year category of Dezeen Awards China 2024.