Tripartite composition

The Bryant is a 32-storey mixed-use building designed by David Chipperfield Architects with a hotel that extends to the 14th floor and private residences above. The location next to Bryant park is surrounded by historical landmark buildings.  © Simon Menges "The goal was to design a building with classical elegance in terms of its symmetries, simple grids and order." - David Chipperfield © Simon Menges The precast concrete facade refers to historic buildings nearby. The concrete is mixed with stone aggregates found in the neighbouring buildings’ masonry. The grid composition is based on classical rhythms found in the areas. © Simon Menges The building respects the classic tripartite compo... More