Imagine stepping into a world designed like a gigantic Rubik’s Cube. Many of you might think something like that only exists in your imagination—well, the brilliant creatives at 100architects have made it real, specifically into a playground.
We first discovered the Shanghai-based studio five years ago, when they designed High Loop, a colorful bridge built over the river that runs through Shanghai. Now we’re talking about them again because just a few months ago, they opened Rubix Square, one of those places you see and immediately wonder why there isn’t one in every city in the world.
Located in a residential neighborhood of Fuzhou, this playground covers 1,400 square meters and is a full-on explosion of energy and color. At the center of it all is the Rubix Cube, a massive three-story inhabitable sculpture inspired by the iconic puzzle that continues to fascinate thousands. But here, the cube isn’t something to be solved—it’s something to explore. You step inside, get lost among bold colors, geometric symbols, and paths waiting to be discovered, in an immersive experience that feels like diving into a retro video game or an ’80s cartoon.
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But the cube doesn’t stand alone: around it are four other installations, each inspired by a sport or activity, all designed to get people moving, interacting, and, most importantly, having fun. There’s the Hashtag labyrinth, a symbol of our times turned into an obstacle course with slides, swings, and lights that switch on as you pass. Then there’s Basket Triangle, where hoops pop up in all kinds of strange positions—tilted, upside down, at different heights—creating a game that tests both aim and imagination.
There’s also Wall Ball, a football wall with holes of varying sizes and difficulty levels: the goal is to kick the ball into the targets, blending precision with constant challenge. Finally, there’s the skaters’ corner, Heli-Skate, a mini skatepark with ramps designed for beginners to practice and improve their balance in a safe space full of adrenaline.
And if this all sounds magical by day, just wait until night falls. Because that’s when Rubix Square truly transforms. Each installation lights up, edges glow, surfaces shine, and the park becomes something out of a digital dreamscape. The structures become urban lanterns, and the lighting isn’t just there to help you see—it’s there to create an emotion. It adds depth, atmosphere, and a touch of wonder that turns play into something extraordinary.
