Core Viewpoint - The Guangdong Public Resources Trading Platform has announced a design tender for the renovation of the Hengqin Dezhihua Square, transforming it into a transitional campus for the Hengqin International University Town to meet the educational and research needs of Macau universities during their expansion period [1][4]. Group 1: Project Overview - The renovation will cover 13 buildings and associated areas, with a total area of approximately 49,000 square meters and a total construction area of about 65,000 square meters [2]. - The project includes a high-rise teaching and office building, a high-rise apartment building, a multi-story hotel, and 10 low-rise auxiliary teaching buildings [2]. - The renovation will focus on three functional areas: teaching service systems (approximately 32,000 square meters), living support systems (over 15,200 square meters), and academic exchange support systems (also 15,200 square meters) [2][3]. Group 2: Strategic Importance - The project is part of a broader initiative to address the land resource shortage in Macau, which has hindered the expansion and upgrading of higher education institutions [4]. - The Hengqin Dezhihua Square renovation is a key component in the development of the Macau-Qin International Education City, which aims to enhance cooperation between Macau and the mainland [4][5]. - The renovated campus will leverage Hengqin's policy advantages to explore dual degree programs, attracting students from the Greater Bay Area and internationally [4][5]. Group 3: Design and Construction Standards - The design of the renovation must align with international top-tier university standards and incorporate a European architectural style [3]. - The project is required to meet the national green building three-star standard and accommodate diverse educational scenarios [3]. - The renovation will also enhance the ecological resources of the Tianmu River, creating a "water-friendly" academic community [3].