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The fundamental aspiration for the Triathlon Towers project is to create a point of interest at the Ishim River. For centuries of the cities history, rivers divided cities both socially and economically. Our task was to join two parts of Nur-Sultan city and erase the boundaries. 

The project bridges two riverbanks on the ground level, connecting left and right river banks as well as the City and Nur-Sultan Triathlon Parks. A sky bridge connects the two towers at 90 meters mark. It will frame the river views as well as let the citizens enjoy the panoramas of the growing capital city of Kazakhstan. Being located next to a major highway intersection creates new challenges for minimizing the separating effect of the high-traffic roads. Therefore, Triathlon Towers also provide a network of cycleways, pedestrians paths and commercial spaces to revitalize the area. It also has a unique opportunity to host various sports events, such as kayaking, triathlon, marathons, and cycling.

The form of the building takes inspiration from the national emblem of the country, two mythical winged horses, tulpars. The wings (facades) symbolize the freedom, while the horses (the core of the building) stand for bravery and strength. Triathlon Towers were also oriented and shaped to minimize the heat loss in winter and reduce the solar radiation in summer. Gardens and green areas cover the core and the sky bridge, assisting in cooling and providing comfortable work-life conditions for the users.   

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