[4] The rectangular form of the glass-clad towers is interrupted by a series of metal fins that add a hint of complexity to their appearance and reduce glare for the interior office spaces.

Tower 1 features a crown that incrementally sets back by several meters at three points.

Like many towers that break the 400-meter barrier, reduced floor plate sizes at the top are best suited for hotel uses—with guest willing to pay a premium for accommodations at such heights.

[5] Changsha IFS Tower 1 also has 700 meters of retail street frontage, greater than that of its likeness, Harbour City.

The retail mall, among the largest in Changsha and Central China, offers amenities spanning entertainment, lifestyle, culture, and dining.