Wilson Associates joins Shanghai Xian Dai Architectural Design Group
International luxury design firm Wilson Associates has announced an agreement to join forces with East China Architectural Design and Research Institute (ECADI), a company affiliated to Shanghai Xian Dai Architectural Design Group.
“As one of the world’s most renowned architecture firms, we wanted to align our company with a strategic partner that will strengthen our international footprint,” said Mr Qin Yun, Chairman of Xian Dai. “In Wilson Associates, we have found a like-minded company that shares our passion for excellent design and desire to secure high-end market share.”
Wilson Associates and ECADI have previously collaborated on a variety of successful projects, including Doubletree by Hilton Luneng, Renaissance Sanya Resort & Spa, Hyatt Regency Chongming, The Ritz-Carlton, Wuhan and Sofitel Shanghai Jing’an Huamin.
ECADI is a progressive company that has completed more than 30,000 design and consulting projects. Its influential reputation is evidenced by the design of five of the world’s tallest buildings, as well as cultivating some of the world’s elite design experts.
“Partnering with another design powerhouse will present our eight global offices with exciting new design opportunities,” commented Olivier Chavy, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wilson Associates. “Together, we will offer our clients a fully-integrated design service; a team comprised of the world’s most talented designers and architects.”
Wilson Associates offers ECADI a 43-year design legacy with a portfolio comprised of more than 3,000 iconic hotels, resorts, restaurants and high-end residential properties. Its design footprint spans six continents, 50 countries and includes an array of prestigious clients and operators. To date, Wilson Associates has designed and installed more than one million guestrooms worldwide.
Moving forward, Wilson Associates will maintain its name and brand identity.
