In China, an enormous apartment complex is believed to be the largest and most densely populated residential building worldwide.
For those who think a New York building is crowded, this single structure reportedly accommodates an astounding 20,000 residents.
The building is the Regent International Apartment Complex, located in Qianjiang Century City, the central business district of Hangzhou.
It includes an impressive 5,000 apartments within an S-shaped design that reaches 675 feet high and encompasses 260,000 square meters.
According to Parametric Architecture, the apartments vary in size, offering studio options as well as larger units with multiple rooms.
Apart from residential spaces, the complex integrates areas for living, working, and socializing, suggesting that residents might rarely need to exit the premises.
You might be curious about the impressive amenities this building offers, which can vary depending on your location within the complex.
No matter the location, you’ll find facilities similar to those in a small town.
This includes an expansive food court, barber shops, nail salons, medium-sized supermarkets, swimming pools, and internet cafes.
The building gained social media fame thanks to TikTok videos showcasing its amenities.
While its internal features are noteworthy, it’s the building’s grand scale that has captured significant attention online.
A video uploaded by TikTok user @fatheristheone highlights the building’s vastness with stunning drone footage.
Originally designed by Alicia Loo, the chief designer of the world’s second seven-star hotel, the Singapore Sands Hotel, the building was intended to be a six-star hotel.
Today, it flourishes as a residential complex with thousands of apartments, accommodating many more residents.
The stylish apartments attract students, graduates, and young professionals.
If you’re curious about living costs, small apartments without windows are typically priced around 1,500 RMB per month ($210), as reported by local media.
Larger units with balconies are available for 4,000 RMB per month ($570), markedly more affordable than renting in New York City, where the average monthly rent exceeds $4,000, according to Apartments.com.