Swire Properties and Lujiazui Group Announce One and Two Qiantan Place – A New Landmark in Shanghai

Pre-leasing begins for future-ready workspaces in Pudong’s new mixed-use development

Swire Properties is pleased to announce the launch of Qiantan Place (前滩广场), featuring two premium Grade-A office towers – One Qiantan Place (前滩广场一座) and Two Qiantan Place (前滩广场二座). Jointly developed by Swire Properties and Lujiazui Group, these landmark towers form the office component of the expanded, mixed-use Taikoo Li Qiantan development. This partnership builds on a proven track record of success and reflects a shared vision to shape the future of Shanghai’s urban landscape.

Inspired by Swire Properties’ flagship developments Pacific Place and Taikoo Place in Hong Kong, the name Qiantan Place (前滩广场) reflects the Company’s continued confidence in the Shanghai market. The project is situated in Shanghai’s Qiantan area, which has matured into an integrated, mixed-use business hub and become the headquarters for numerous Chinese and multinational corporations. Qiantan Place exemplifies Swire Properties’ vision of building vibrant, well-connected communities. Swire Properties will oversee all leasing and property management services for the development, reinforcing its commitment to quality and placemaking.

"We see tremendous potential in Pudong as a leading commercial hub, particularly given its status as part of the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone,” said Don Taylor, Director, Office at Swire Properties. “The Qiantan area offers a fully integrated, mixed-use environment that continues to attract global investors, major Chinese and multinational corporations, as well as top-tier talents.”

“Building on the success of Taikoo Li Qiantan, these two premium Grade A office towers reinforce our commitment to creating future-ready workplaces that integrate innovation, sustainability, and provide that sense of community. We are excited to collaborate once again with the Lujiazui Group, and together, we are confident that Qiantan Place will deliver high quality workspaces that prioritise employee wellbeing and productivity, capitalising on Shanghai’s growing ‘flight-to-quality’ trend."

Scheduled for completion in late 2026, pre-leasing for Qiantan Place is now underway. Spanning a gross floor area (GFA) of approximately 125,600 sqm, One Qiantan Place features 30 storeys of premium office space, while Two Qiantan Place offers 24 storeys.

Qiantan Place offers exceptional multi-modal transport links, with direct access to major thoroughfares including the North-South Elevated Road and Middle Ring Road. The towers are directly linked to three Shanghai metro lines (Lines 6, 8 and 11) via the Oriental Sports Plaza station. The opening of Metro Line 19 in 2028 will be a transformational upgrade, making it one of Shanghai’s few stations with four intersecting lines, providing accessibility across the city which guarantees convenient connections to both Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport.

Over the past twelve years, Qiantan has evolved into a vibrant urban hub through strategic planning and development. A key milestone was the launch of Taikoo Li Qiantan in September 2021, a joint venture between Swire Properties and Lujiazui Group that successfully blended a global vision with local expertise. The expansion of this iconic retail destination will transform a 63,800 sqm site into a 381,000 sqm (GFA) mixed-use development. The retail component alone is set to expand to 267,000 sqm, more than doubling its current footprint with an additional 147,000 sqm of luxury and lifestyle-focused offerings.

This large-scale expansion provides unparalleled access to retail and amenities for Qiantan Place tenants. The two office towers are seamlessly integrated with an expanded retail podium and the existing Taikoo Li Qiantan mall via underground passageways and skybridges. This purpose-built design offers access to over 500 retail, dining and lifestyle choices within a five-minute walk, fostering a vibrant “live-work-thrive” experience steeped in Taikoo Li Qiantan’s wellness-driven concept.

As of 30 September 2025, approximately 97% of the saleable area of the residential component of the expanded Taikoo Li Qiantan development has been pre-sold.

True to Swire Properties’ commitment to sustainable development, Qiantan Place has been built to international standards. Both towers have achieved LEED Platinum and WELL Platinum pre-certification, directly addressing the growing demand from corporate tenants for environmentally-friendly office spaces with industry-leading ESG credentials. Qiantan Place also showcases advanced technologies, including a dedicated on-site energy centre for carbon-efficient temperature control, state-of-the-art Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) systems, and rooftop photovoltaic panels.

Designed by the world-renowned architectural firm Kohn Pederson Fox Associates (KPF), the office towers have been meticulously crafted to prioritise occupant wellbeing and foster community engagement. Users will benefit from expansive outdoor terraces, breathtaking panoramic views of the Huangpu River, and a 750 sqm public green space crowning the rooftop of One Qiantan Place.

Shanghai represents Swire Properties’ largest operational footprint (by area) in the Chinese Mainland. The Company now has three major developments in the city – HKRI Taikoo Hui and the revitalisation and management of Zhangyuan in Jing’an Puxi, and two mixed-use projects in Pudong in partnership with Lujiazui Group. These Pudong developments include Taikoo Li Qiantan (including Qiantan Place), and Lujiazui Taikoo Yuan, which marks Swire Properties’ first entry into the Chinese Mainland residential market.