As the opening of the 15th National Games approaches, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is welcoming the event with a renewed urban landscape.
Across this wave of urban improvement, 21PARKHOUSE® flexible stone is helping reshape architectural spaces. Its combination of visual character and practical performance supports both the appearance of the city and the experience of residents and visitors.
A New Blueprint for the Greater Bay Area
Major Infrastructure
Large infrastructure projects such as the artificial islands of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link are essential connections within the Greater Bay Area and demand high standards from every building material. Flexible stone combines water resistance, low weight, straightforward installation and impact resistance, helping projects move efficiently while supporting a convenient regional transport network.
Project: Science Museum on the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link West Artificial Island
Selected material: Roman Travertine for interior walls
Cultural Landmarks
Culture gives a city its identity. Urban renewal must bring new life to public landmarks without losing their sense of history. At Guangzhou Archives, flexible stone supports this purpose with a calm architectural appearance, acoustic and moisture-control properties, Class A fire performance and the flexibility to follow curved surfaces.
Project: Guangzhou Archives
Selected material: Tiffany Travertine for interior walls
Commercial Districts
Guangzhou Nanfang Building International Electronics & Digital City was renewed ahead of the 2010 Asian Games, bringing a contemporary identity to an established commercial area. Its Roman Travertine exterior has now been in service for 14 years.
Project: Nanfang Building International Electronics & Digital City
Selected material: Roman Travertine for exterior walls
At China Resources MixC World in Shenzhen, durable and easy-to-install flexible stone helps temporary retail spaces establish a polished architectural presence.
Project: China Resources MixC World pop-up street
Selected material: Roman Travertine for exterior walls
Hotels and Restaurants
Hotels and restaurants across the Greater Bay Area use flexible stone to create welcoming spaces for visitors. Its varied textures and colours are combined with formaldehyde-free, low-odour, flexible and fire-resistant performance.
Project: Zhuhai Phoenix Bay Banyan Tree Hotel
Selected material: Lingnan Rattan for ceilings
Project: Huizhou Taily Yunding Resort Hotel
Selected material: Roman Travertine for interior walls
Project: Guangzhou Artyzen Habitat Hotel
Selected material: North American Line Stone for interior walls
Project: Xitang Restaurant
Selected material: Anna Mushroom Stone for interior walls
Experience Beyond the Greater Bay Area
21PARKHOUSE® flexible stone has also supported urban construction associated with major international events and conferences. From the Xiamen BRICS Summit and the G20 summits in Hangzhou and Indonesia to the Chengdu Universiade, the material has contributed practical performance and natural visual character to projects that represent their host cities.
A Preferred Material for Large Urban Projects
Long-Term Weathering Resistance and Easy Maintenance
Artificial weathering resistance reaches 2,000 hours, equivalent to approximately 30–50 years of outdoor use. When correctly installed as a wall finish, the material is designed to resist cracking and detachment. Straightforward installation and reduced replacement frequency help limit maintenance work and material waste.
Sustainable Materials and a Lower Carbon Footprint
The main raw materials include stone powder, mineral powder, clay and other natural renewable inorganic materials. They are non-toxic and help reduce ecological impact at the source. The product has obtained certifications including Bureau Veritas zero-carbon certification and the US Green Label, supporting lower-carbon building projects.
Natural Appearance with Practical Performance
Advanced 3D coating technology recreates the natural appearance of stone, wood and woven surfaces for a wide range of applications. A special microporous internal structure can adsorb and break down harmful airborne substances such as formaldehyde while helping reduce indoor odours.
As urban renewal and visitor experience become shared priorities, lightweight, fire-resistant and durable flexible stone offers a practical material option for public spaces. 21PARKHOUSE® will continue to support future projects through greater design flexibility and more sustainable surface solutions.
