According to information obtained from Shanghai A.F.A., the project's leasing efforts have entered a substantive promotion phase, with its operator currently in advanced talks with renowned domestic and international commercial brands and corporate headquarters. Based on phased plans, the A.F.A. shopping center is expected to officially open in the second half of this year.

Located at 570 Huaihai Road W., at the intersection of Changning and Xuhui districts, the project boasts a total floor area of approximately 230,000 square meters. It comprises three Grade A office towers, four standalone headquarters buildings, the A.F.A. shopping center, and the ROJO art and cultural space. The site enjoys geographical and transportation advantages, being directly accessible via Hongqiao Road Station on Metro Lines 3, 4, and 10.

A standout feature of Shanghai A.F.A. is its spatial design concept that embraces the integration of natural elements into its architectural framework. The project adheres to green building standards throughout, with a green coverage rate as high as 22 percent, weaving natural ecosystems seamlessly into the urban landscape. Rows of cherry trees line the main lawn, set to transform into a romantic blossom-lined path when spring arrives, creating an urban natural haven for citizens. Beyond its scenic beauty, the complex also offers thoughtful amenities including resting benches and pet waste bags, reflecting humanistic care.

The 6,000-square-meter ROJO art and cultural space, a core component of Shanghai A.F.A., has hosted a series of prestigious brand events since its opening, including a Bulgari jewelry exhibition and Ralph Lauren's 2025 spring fashion show. It has also held international performances and exhibitions such as the Common Rare Market, Xiaohongshu's "Wish City," and Asia's exclusive limited residency show "The Blue Man Group," garnering recognition from international brands for its venue appeal.

Guided by the philosophy of "art for life, art for all," Shanghai A.F.A. aims to create an "art-enjoyment city" that seamlessly integrates lifestyle shopping, business office space, cultural activities, and green parks. Originally the site of Shanghai No.10 Steel Plant, the project preserves the industrial architectural fabric while introducing commercial, office, and cultural functions.

The highly anticipated A.F.A. shopping center encompasses approximately 50,000 square meters of commercial space and will feature a diverse mix of tenants including mountain lifestyle brands, extreme sports retailers, restaurants, and coffee shops. Leveraging the ROJO art and cultural space and the art architectural cluster designed by internationally renowned architect Ryue Nishizawa, citizens can experience a refined, interesting, shoppable, and trendy artistic lifestyle right on their doorstep.

The A.F.A. office buildings have obtained LEED, WELL, and two-star green building certifications, and through optimized envelope structures and efficient energy-saving systems, significantly reduce operational energy consumption. With multi-dimensional office scenarios including international Class A office spaces and customized headquarters standalone buildings, along with a humanistic natural and artistic atmosphere, the project will meet enterprises' full-cycle and full-scenario needs, helping their talent achieve "creativity release and imagination implementation."

Ding Junchu, project head of Shanghai A.F.A., said that Shanghai A.F.A. was completed on February 14 this year, and the project's positioning has become increasingly clear. It will continue to introduce commercial brands and headquarters-type enterprises. Under the operational logic of "shaping scenes with art and culture, driving consumption with scenes," the project will deepen collaborations on art and culture intellectual property and brand event operations, using quality content and high-quality scenes to drive foot traffic and commercial vitality, empowering regional economic and cultural consumption upgrades.