Sun Tower in Yantai Melds Architecture with Celestial Design

The newly completed Sun Tower by OPEN Architecture serves as a cultural and community hub, integrating solar alignments and sustainable features.

The 50-meter Sun Tower in Yantai, China, functions as a sundial, marking seasonal changes with its unique architectural design.
Inspired by the region's history of sun worship and coastal watchtowers, the tower offers panoramic views of the Yellow Sea.
The structure includes a library, exhibition spaces, an outdoor theater, and a Phenomena Space for observing celestial events.
Sustainable design features, such as cross-ventilation and thermal mass, help minimize the building's energy consumption.
The Sun Tower aims to foster community engagement and promote environmental awareness in the rapidly developing Yeda Development Zone.