ASA Journal 15/2023

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The tower’s design is rooted in the concept of
optimizing and utilizing the 2,000-square-meter
usable area. The outcome is an architectural
form characterized by a substantial and robust
proportion. The design team devises a seemingly
randomized pattern to make the building more
visually captivating while effectively toning down
its imposing scale. The mass is designed to
create the illusion of being smaller and more
three-dimensional through the use of recessed
and protruding elements. The design showcases
a dynamic architecture, featuring carefully
calculated intervals of masses and fins in both
horizontal and vertical orientations. The subtractive
technique is utilized, resulting in voids within the
structure that are subsequently filled with lush
green spaces with thriving trees. In terms of
design, the incorporation of these voids serves
to reduce the overall bulkiness of the walls, while
the addition of green elements introduces a
visually appealing and lively atmosphere to the
office spaces. Protecting the building’s exterior
from heat is achieved through the use of fins
that protrude 40 centimeters from the walls, a
measurement that the design team determines
based on the size of a platform used for cleaning
windows in high-rise buildings. Such detail
demonstrates how each range and proportion
is carefully designed to ensure ease of function
and maintenance.
The intention to optimize the green space is achieved by
focusing on this particular portion of the property, thanks
to the lower construction and maintenance costs compared
to if a similar landscape were to be built in other parts of the
building. The podium’s green space is thoughtfully designed to
cater to the lifestyles and well-being of today’s city dwellers.