View of the Hong Kong skyline from the 200-meter-high skyscraper The Henderson.

the henderson – an architectural icon

a landmark that embodies technological innovation

With a building envelope tailored to cutting-edge technology, The Henderson sets new standards in the realisation of 3D geometries. Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, the 200 m tower stands as a glass monolith rising from the ground on one of the world’s most expensive development sites. seele was responsible for the podium and tower top of The Henderson, whose organic building envelope showcases seele’s expertise, especially in managing the wide variety of complex façade unit types.
 

complex geometries for the podium and tower top of the henderson

The 1,210 sqm steel mullion-transom façade, which spans levels 3 to 6, comprises double-curved glass elements and aluminium profiles that were mounted as pre-assembled units.

the henderson: a convex curved exterior

Each unique prefabricated unit varies in size and curvature up to 500 mm and is attached with a toggle bolt system. The fully glazed façade in the entrance area, which rises to a height of 11 m, reflects the organic form of The Henderson with convex corner elements. 3D-formed panels create striking accents and provide smooth transitions between building sections.

 

maximum transparency in the henderson’s banquet hall

The banquet hall on the 37th and 38th floors features a 375 sqm glass façade and a glass roof made of cylindrically curved glass panels. The glazing is made of six-layer laminates to withstand high wind loads, and exterior shading provides solar control. Mirror-polished 3D panels and integrated LEDs create aesthetic accents along the convex building components and roof edges. Additionally, seele implemented mullion-transom façades on the north and south sides.

Façade type
Structural glass
Client
Henderson Land Development Co. Ltd.
Contractor
Hip Hing Construction Co., Ltd.
Engineer
C.M. Wong & Associates Ltd.
Architect
Zaha Hadid Architects / Ronald Lu & Partners
The banquet hall on the 37th and 38th floors impresses with a 375sqm glass façade and a glass roof made of cylindrically curved glass panels.
Gleaming mirrored glass tower The Henderson in Hong Kong's financial district.
The Henderson is located in the immediate vicinity of the Bank of China TowerThe Henderson is located in the immediate vicinity of the Bank of China Tower.
The approximately 1,210 sq m steel mullion-transom façade spanning from level 3 to 6 comprises double-curved glass elements and aluminium profiles.
The façade forms an exclusive stage for artworks.
3D-formed panels create striking accents and provide smooth transitions between building sections.

seele masters high wind loads at the henderson

Hong Kong experiences frequent typhoons, so The Henderson’s façade must withstand significant wind loads. To meet all safety requirements while maintaining maximum transparency, seele designed and produced exceptionally thick glass laminates with up to seven 15 mm layers for the building’s lower areas.
 

structural glazing at the pinnacle of the henderson

At the top of the tower, seele installed large-format panels on both the vertical façade and the roof structure. Notable here are the supporting glass fins, which ensure high transparency on the topmost floor and offer a spectacular panoramic view of the city.

 

Awards for the office project 

mipim Awards Asia 2024 – Gold Winner (Category Best Office & Business Project)
Excellent Intelligent Green Building Systems and Project Awards 2023 (Category Grand Award and Category Design)
Green Building Award 2021 (Category New Buildings)
LEED Platinum Pre-Certification

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Construction, fabrication and installation of various façade types up to level 6, plus design and execution of the all-glass structure for the banquet hall on levels 37 and 38, consisting of 132 curved roof panels and 119 structural glass fins.

1,258 sqm
structural glass façades and roof
1,253 sqm
polished sheet metal cladding
1,170 sqm
mullion-transom façades
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