Aedas' Design for New Sina Headquarters in Beijing Inspired by Infinity Symbol

Construction has begun on the winning “Infinite” entry by international architecture firm Aedas for the new Sina headquarters in Beijing. To be built close to the Beijing Zhongguancun Software Park, the building’s layout resembles the infinity symbol from above, with a central atrium called “Sina’s Eye” — after the online media behemoth’s logo — connecting two halves which both feature central courtyards. The infinity sign motif continues on the four exterior sides of the building, where the glass facades seem to pinch in the middle. Encompassing open office areas, conference and media rooms, a library and canteen, the building is due to be completed before the end of this year.