"Innovation Crystal" formally passed inspection on June 29 after five years of construction and is poised to become a unique landmark in Lin-gang Special Area.

"Innovation Crystal" (Chuang Xin Jing Ti), which consists of three office buildings connected by a continuous multistory podium, creates a sense of collaboration, interaction and openness in office and entrepreneurship environments.

The innovative design of "Innovation Crystal" is shortlisted for the WAN (World Architecture News) Awards in 2016. [Photo/WeChat account: shlgguanweihui]

"Innovation Crystal" integrates science and technology (S&T) research and development (R&D), production display, academic meetings, shared technology, and generic experiments.

S&T Unicorns, recently started companies valued at more than one billion dollars, have clouded at "Innovation Crystal" and helped it become a hub for innovation. So far, "Innovation Crystal" has seen a number of companies and institutions move in, such as Chengke Microelectronics, DG Intelligence, Yu You Marine Technology, Inventchip (IVCT), iDeepWise, Maidou Electric, Highgoal Tech, Starblaze, Cyclone, Zvalley, Genkun, Skysys Intelligent Technology, and Horizon Robotics, focusing on artificial intelligence, integrated circuits, intelligent networking, energy conservation, environmental protection and other areas.

As a Grade A office complex, "Innovation Crystal" guarantees both quality and safety, and was recognized as a Municipal Excellent Project in Shanghai Metal Construction and Certificate of Green Building Design Label.

Other companies such as McDonald's, ICBC, ABC, and CBC will also be established in the area.

In addition, property of "Innovation Crystal" is desirable for its low property management fees and high-quality people-centered services.