CIECC Inaugurated in Beijing

Tuesday, 04.03.2025
Beijing's new Capital International Exhibition & Convention Centre expands the city's exhibition venue to over 611,000 sqm. The facility features nine exhibition halls, three reception halls, a conference centre for 9,000 delegates, and a 410-room hotel.
Fassade des Exhibition Center in Peking

The CIECC’s composite roof system of symmetric geometries creates an insulated, lightweight, large-span structure. Picture: Virgile Simon Bertrand

The Capital International Exhibition & Convention Centre (CIECC) by Zaha Hadid Architects was inaugurated in Beijing, marking a significant expansion of the city’s exhibition and convention capabilities. Strategically located on Beijing Subway Line 15 in Shunyi District near Capital International Airport, the new centre integrates nine exhibition halls, three reception halls, a large conference centre, and a hotel into a modular design that minimizes development time, investment, and operational costs.

Advanced Design and Sustainable Construction

CIECC’s design features a fluid architectural language with a pleated, deep copper-coloured façade and a composite roof system that creates column-free spaces, offering maximum flexibility for various event configurations. With smart building management systems, hybrid ventilation, rainwater collection, grey water recycling, and on-site photovoltaics, the centre meets China’s highest green building certification standards while providing a dynamic venue for conventions, international conferences, and expos.