Tower

Spree Timber Haus is a pioneering eco-residential tower redefining sustainable urban living in the heart of Berlin. Rising beside the serene banks of the Spree River, this sculptural timber high-rise is a flagship for green architecture, seamlessly integrating nature, community, and design innovation. The tower’s architecture is inspired by modular treehouse forms, composed of interlocking timber volumes with generous balconies, green terraces, and vertical gardens. Built primarily from cross-laminated timber (CLT), Spree Timber Haus is not only carbon-negative in construction but also acoustically warm and energy-efficient. Its warm, natural aesthetic contrasts and complements the surrounding steel-and-glass cityscape. Caption... More

Potash Tower (Indian Potash Limited Corporate Tower): In the contemporary landscape of corporate architecture, the design of office spaces transcends mere functionality. It becomes an embodiment of brand identity, a reflection of corporate ethos, and an enabler of productivity. The Indian Potash Limited Corporate Tower is an embodiment of this ethos, where every facet of its design is crafted to optimize spatial utilization, champion sustainability, and resonate with the brand's essence. Vinay Panjwani, India Vinay Panjwani, India Elevating Brand Identity through Design and Material: This Indian fertiliser manufacturer’s new corporate office in Ahmedabad is situated on a compact site bordered by a main road and subsidiary... More

This sculptural addition to the business district on Guangzhou’s Pazhou Island is the centerpiece of a reconceptualized city block, which combines green space with covered walkways and multiple levels of retail and commerce. Seth Powers Seth Powers Seth Powers Reshaping Pazhou Island A historic anchor for trade along the Pearl River, Pazhou Island has emerged as a modern center of commerce. The new headquarters for Star River is an emblem of this transformation. From afar, the tower’s pleated facade ascends in a parabolic taper, creating vertical planes of light and shadow that add to its unique character. Situated near two other SOM-designed towers—the Guangzhou Chamber of Commerce and SANY Irootech Pazho... More

A modern 29-story tower stands out in the Business Bay area of Dubai. The luxury is combined with the straight lines of Adeo Living’s construction, creating an impressive result.  Caption The apartments include the most up-to-date amenities, making daily living more enjoyable. The interior is characterized by elegance, staying in line with the project’s design philosophy and approach.   Caption The hinged and sliding aluminium systems used in the building play a vital role in comfort and functionality. This fact leads to excellent performance in terms of thermal insulation, sound insulation and security, adding to a full living experience. Lastly, the thermally insulated curtain wall system perfectly comple... More

The conservation project for the Book Tower aims at restoring the historical site of the University Library, situated in the lively quartier Latin of Ghent, meanwhile at transforming it into a library for the 21st Century. The design unites the ambitions of the University to respectfully repair the monumental site to its original condition, but also to render it a contemporary house for a great diversity of users and for the valuable own collection of the institute. Kristien Daem The Ghent University Library is internationally renowned for its ‘heritage collection’ of manuscripts, books, coins, curiosa, newspapers and magazines. The study into the conservation project revealed that the conservation of these precious object... More

Situated at the head of Spoor Noord, the hospital is a hinge between the park, the docks and the city, and thus benefits from each of their qualities. The limited surface area of the site requires the hospital to be organised vertically. The hospital structure has a clearly discernible layered construction. All outpatient activities with consultation rooms, centres of knowledge and medical technical services are in the lowest section. The various nursing units are located in an L-shape at the top of the pedestal, above which is the administrative block. This entirety is bisected horizontally several times by interweaving the building with its surroundings. The hospital anchors itself in the urban fabric by releasing the entire ground floor... More

 At a site that until 2015 housed the City Council offices in the Croydon region of London, the construction of a new residential building complex was approved. The intention for this new construction was to combine the commercial element with the needs of the local community for affordable housing. Taberner House, located almost 15 kilometers south of the London city center, is a highly anticipated project that was assigned to the architectural firm AHMM. According to the plan, 4 buildings were erected, including a 32 -story tower, which upon its completion will offer 513 new residences for rental and sale, as well as retail spaces. Caption The architectural approach follows the aesthetics of its environment. The design is... More

The tower in Vienna’s Donauplatte area complements the towers DC 1 and DC 2 by Dominique Perrault and offers 832 apartments for temporary living. The 100-meter-high building is connected on several levels to the existing Donaucity quarter as well as to the transport network via public plazas and paths. The projections of the three-dimensionally warped façade elements correspond to cozy alcoves, which frame the view of the Danube and the city in every room. Dietrich Untertrifaller Urban Context The narrow property – hardly more than a traffic island, surrounded by Wagramerstraße, motorway access and underground line – presented us with great planning challenges. But the attractive location on the Danube... More

The Wyatt is located on Dundas Street East, and contributes to the commercial activation of Regent Park’s revitalized neighbourhood with grade level retail and generous landscaped sidewalks. The remaining block perimeter is all residential at grade, with individual brick townhouses entered from the street, providing a more intimate streetscape in relation to the townhouses to the south. Adrien Williams Adrien Williams Adrien Williams ArchitectsKPMB Architects in joint venture Page+Steele / IBI Group Architects KPMB  TeamShirley Blumberg (partner-in-charge), Bruno Weber (principal), Vaughn Miller (associate), Leah Kim, Nina Ispravnikova ConsultantsCPE (structural), Nemetz & Associates Ltd., Reinbold Engineeri... More

Na Nekrasova, a new residential quarter, is located in the centre of Yekaterinburg. Despite its central location, the area has always served an industrial function with utility blocks and private garages. Located nearby are a railway with a train park, office buildings, a metro station and a boating station on the quay. In 2020 Brusnika launched a redevelopment project aiming to integrate this area into the urban fabric, making it well appointed, safe and attractive for city-dwellers.  Caption The plot master plan was designed by a Dutch KCAP bureau. The architects divided the area into four separate residential blocks located around a linear park. One side of the park area abuts onto a pedestrian bridge and a ravine with disused... More

Two buildings in the centre of Novosibirsk are part of a large redevelopment project, which Brusnika launched in 2012. The development company provided accommodation for residents of unfit houses, which were later demolished to start construction works. In 2016 the first house in the area was accomplished, and in 2021 a housing complex designed by DROM, a Netherlands based bureau, was brought to completion.   Caption The team first designed a master plan for two land plots, and later developed the buildings to fit in. The project comprises a U-shaped block with a tower. A quiet pedestrian street links the houses, and the neighbouring housing estate can be reached by crossing a small park. In contrast to the eclectic and sparse ho... More

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As part of a rezoning process in Vancouver, the construction of a 43-storey tower was put on the table. This skyscraper would replace an old office building and provide a large number of modern residencies. Alberni tower in Vancouver, Canada has been designed by the famous Japanese architectural office “Kengo Kuma & Associates”. The 43-storey  construction stands out for its imaginative shape.  The two deep curved recesses in the front and the back side of the building, distinguish it from the traditional cuboid design. Alumil SA According to the vision of Kengo Kuma, Alberni aims to be in harmony with its natural surroundings, including the mountains and the proximity of the waterfront. The facade is in line... More