The Brilliant Diamond Tower for NYC is Powered by the Sun and Wind
Amanda Chang — October 1, 2010 — Eco
References: greenlaunches & evolo.us
If the fabulous city of New York wasn’t dazzling enough, the Diamond Tower designed by Mexican architect Luis Durazo is sure to make it above and beyond spectacular. Inspired by the chemical structure of a Diamond, this 300m high scraper’s exoskeleton will resemble that of the Diamond with intricately placed habitable cells and/or units.
Not only did Durazo clearly have the bedazzling ‘wow’ factor in mind when creating this luxury tower, but also wanted it to be eco-friendly. With 20% of the structure’s steel lattice to be used as vertical recreational areas for the city -- such as a museum and art galleries -- the tower will also be powered by wind turbines and solar energy panels.
Not only did Durazo clearly have the bedazzling ‘wow’ factor in mind when creating this luxury tower, but also wanted it to be eco-friendly. With 20% of the structure’s steel lattice to be used as vertical recreational areas for the city -- such as a museum and art galleries -- the tower will also be powered by wind turbines and solar energy panels.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Skyscrapers - The trend of designing skyscrapers with eco-friendly features, such as wind turbines and solar energy panels, is disrupting the architecture industry.
2. Luxury High-rise Living - The trend of creating high-rise luxury towers with intricately designed habitable cells and units is transforming the real estate industry.
3. Vertical Recreational Spaces - The trend of utilizing vertical spaces in skyscrapers for recreational areas, such as museums and art galleries, is revolutionizing urban planning.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The architecture industry has the opportunity to incorporate eco-friendly features in the design of skyscrapers, creating sustainable and visually appealing structures.
2. Real Estate - The real estate industry can leverage the demand for luxury high-rise living by developing innovative and unique high-rise towers with distinctive features.
3. Urban Planning - The trend of vertical recreational spaces in skyscrapers presents opportunities for urban planners to create dynamic and vibrant city environments.
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