King Abdullah University of Science and Technology recently revealed the new KAUST Breakwater Beacon as part of its $7 billion research institution.
The magnificent architectural feat was achieved by international design studio Urban Art Projects and Fairweather Proberts Architects. KAUST Breakwater Beacon stands 60 meters high and overlooks the Safaa Harbor and the Red Sea. The beacon is comprised of amorphous hexagonal sections in the form of an elliptical spire reaching out of the Red Sea and into the air.
The KAUST Breakwater Beacon may sound like it's all about the look, but it's also designed as a natural cooling tower for communal events and celebrations. The beacon has a tapered tower design which pulls the hot air from the floor level up through the tower and brings in cooler breezes.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Tapered Tower Design
- The use of tapered tower designs in architecture offers opportunities for natural cooling and ventilation, providing energy-efficient solutions for large-scale events.
- Amorphous Hexagonal Structures
- The incorporation of amorphous hexagonal structures in architectural designs allows for unique and visually appealing structures that can serve multiple functions.
- Cooling Towers for Events
- The development of cooling tower designs specifically for communal events and celebrations presents innovative solutions for creating comfortable outdoor spaces.
Where This Applies
- Architecture
- The architecture industry can explore the use of tapered tower designs and amorphous hexagonal structures to create sustainable and visually striking buildings.
- Event Planning
- The event planning industry can utilize cooling towers designed for events to offer comfortable outdoor experiences for attendees.
- Materials Manufacturing
- The materials manufacturing industry can develop innovative materials and construction techniques to support the construction of tapered tower designs and amorphous hexagonal structures.
