As 'The Stealth Building' suggests by name alone, it looks like a classic, cast-iron apartment building in Lower Manhattan -- one of the scores that line the area's historic streets. However, the building, which was restored and renovated by WORKac, offers much more than meets the eye, both on the exterior and the interior.
The Stealth Building's most striking feature is the rooftop penthouse. Perhaps inspired by the angular appearance of the stealth bombers used in military combat, the penthouse has a crystalline shape composed of long, corrugated sheets of metal. This hidden feature is not visible from the ground, however, and that gives the penthouse an air of mystery and surprise for those who make it up to the roof of The Stealth Building and see it firsthand.
Stealthy Penthouse Redesigns
WORKac Designed 'The Stealth Building' With a Hidden Penthouse
Trend Themes
1. Hidden Architecture - A trend in architecture where buildings incorporate hidden or surprise elements that add mystery and surprise.
2. Unconventional Rooftop Designs - A trend in architecture where rooftops are creatively designed with unique shapes and structures.
3. Transformative Exterior and Interior - A trend in architecture where buildings undergo restoration and renovation to create a striking contrast between the exterior and interior.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The architecture industry can explore the integration of hidden elements in building designs to create a sense of intrigue for users.
2. Real Estate - Real estate developers can capitalize on unconventional rooftop designs to create unique selling points for their properties.
3. Construction - The construction industry can focus on transformative exterior and interior projects to meet the growing demand for visually appealing and distinctive buildings.