Guangzhou Yunxi Botanical Garden
GUANGZHOU YUNXI BOTANICAL GARDEN
AECOM, Architectural Design & Research Institute of SCUT, Guangzhou Landscape Architectural Design & Research Institute
ARCHITECTS
AECOM, Architectural Design & Research Institute of SCUT, Guangzhou Landscape Architectural Design & Research Institute
CONSTRUCTION
Guangzhou Pubang Landscape Architecture Co., Ltd
AECOM DESIGN TEAM
Wu Kun, Huang Xining, Han Laikun, Zhong Yin, Luo Xin, Pan Qichao, Feng Yangsheng, Tan Sihui, Cai Yanwen, Lin Danwei, Ye Zhanqi, He Xitong, Liu Ye, Fan Yixuan, Ye Hui, Jiang Jing, Chen Yan, Tan Nongchao, Liang Li, Guo Shunhan
GUANGZHOU LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN & RESEARCH INSTITUTE DESIGN TEAM
Li Xiaoxue, Gou Hao, Li Qing, Lin Zhaotao, Fan Liqiong, Mo Yun, Zeng Huixin, Chen Rubo, Li Xueyi, Zeng Qingyi, Liu Yanwei, Lin Jianri, Xiao Zeshu, Liang Yingzhu, Liu Ruoci, Feng Yixia, Yang Jiayao, Wu Duoquan, Chen Guangcheng, Liu Yingtang, Tian Tong, Tan Tingting, Liu Zhiwei, Luo Jiahuan
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF SOUTH CHINA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY DESIGN TEAM
Qiu Jianfa, He Xiaoxin, Zhang Han
CLIENT
Guangzhou Municipal Forestry And Landscaping Bureau
LOCATION
Guangzhou, China
CATEGORY
Landscape Architecture
English description provided by the architects.
Yunxi Botanical Garden is a cornerstone initiative advancing China's national strategies for biodiversity conservation and sustainable development in Guangzhou.
As a critical hub within the city's "1+3+N" urban-park integration framework, the garden designer's vision is to forge a comprehensive network that seamlessly integrates plant conservation, scientific research, public education, and immersive visitor experiences. It stands as a pioneering model for harmonizing national botanical resources with the accessibility of a community park.
Guided by the principles of "Urban-Nature Integration, Ecological Coexistence, and Public Accessibility," AECOM team collaborated with local partners to deliver a comprehensive landscape design for Yunxi Botanical Garden's environmental enhancement.
After three years of dedicated work, the garden now features a natural education center, five specialized botanical display gardens, and three ecological leisure trails. It stands as a cherished green oasis, embraced by residents and visitors as a premier urban retreat.
CITY + FOREST
Located at the western foot of Baiyun Mountain — Guangzhou's "central green lung," — the garden covers a core area of approximately 35 hectares.
Originally opened as Yunxi Park in 1999, the site underwent essential revitalization to align with the city's evolution post-airport relocation, Baiyun New City development, and metro expansion.
Today, it serves as both a gateway for locals to discover wilderness experiences and an elevated recreational destination enhancing Baiyun Mountain's appeal.
ECOLOGY + ART
The design skillfully integrates ecological water management and Nature-based Solutions (NbS), reshaping the site's natural topography while implementing inclusive, all-ages accessibility.
Artistic structures, innovative botanical displays, and "nature-art exhibitions" foster community engagement, stimulate economic value, and ensure the park's sustained vitality.
