Carbon based design
An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about carbon based design
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NICE Tower
The NICE Tower, an impressive 140-meter-tall structure made entirely of wood, represents the next step in the revolution of circular timber high-rise construction. The tower derives its stability from wooden bracing in the façade and a wooden elevator core, is fully bio-based, and is entirely free of concrete from the ground floor to the lift core and supporting structure. This drastically reduces CO₂ emissions compared to traditional concrete buildings and helps combat global warming.
The building offers a sustainable and inclusive residential program in response to the increasing pressure on urban space. Its stepped design, featuring communal rooftop terraces, fosters social interaction, while the nature-inclusive design contribut... More