The '99-island' Tower Imagines the Future of Architecture
Michael Hemsworth — June 20, 2021 — Art & Design
References: sou-fujimoto.net & yankodesign
The '99-island' tower has been designed by Sou Fujimoto Architects as a freestanding structure that would work to drastically change perceptions surrounding the aesthetic and construction of buildings.
The tower is designed for the Qianhai Bay as a tower that would be 268-meters in height and help up using a series of 99 pillar-like support beams. What's created is a building that would offer tourist with ample space to explore the surrounding aquatic landscape and beyond.
The '99-island' tower maintains an icy appearance that would rise up majestically from the bay to offer uninterrupted views in all directions and act as a true destination for visitors to the city to explore. The tower would light up at night to reveal an ethereal appearance on the coast.
The tower is designed for the Qianhai Bay as a tower that would be 268-meters in height and help up using a series of 99 pillar-like support beams. What's created is a building that would offer tourist with ample space to explore the surrounding aquatic landscape and beyond.
The '99-island' tower maintains an icy appearance that would rise up majestically from the bay to offer uninterrupted views in all directions and act as a true destination for visitors to the city to explore. The tower would light up at night to reveal an ethereal appearance on the coast.
Trend Themes
1. Pillar-supported Architecture - More architects are exploring the use of pillar-like support beams to create unique and visually appealing structures.
2. Freestanding Towers - Architects are designing more buildings that are not attached to any other structures, offering new opportunities for construction and design.
3. Seamless Integration with Landscapes - There is a growing trend towards designing and constructing buildings that enhance their surrounding environments and work in harmony with the natural landscape.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architects can explore the use of innovative support structures and freestanding designs to create unique and attractive buildings, such as the '99-island' tower.
2. Tourism - Tourism industries can benefit from the development of visually striking and unique buildings that offer ample space for exploration and breathtaking views, such as the '99-island' tower.
3. Construction - Construction industries can explore the use of new materials and building techniques that allow for the creation of freestanding towers with innovative support structures, such as the '99-island' tower.
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