Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China in 2012, especially since Baotou was listed as a national urban design pilot city in 2017, the city has carried out multi-level urban design compilation work in terms of the overall city, key areas, and important areas.

Combined with the overall planning of land and space, the "Overall Urban Design of Baotou City Center" was compiled, and Baotou determined an overall urban landscape style that integrates natural landscapes with its urban spatial layout.

The central urban area was divided into nine major styles, including a new urban modern style area, a Donghe traditional style area, and an industrial style area.

In addition, Baotou issued the "Guiding Opinions on Technical Review of Construction Engineering Design Plans" to build landmark buildings at important nodes near Arden Square and Civic Square, carrying out the identification and protection of historical buildings and historical and cultural blocks and the creation of historical and cultural cities.

Through the in-depth application and specific implementation of urban design in planning and management, the culture of Baotou, its architecture, its artistic taste, and its style have become more fashionable and distinctive.