Recently there was an international competition to design the new town hall in Tallinn, Estonia. The Danish architects Bjarke Ingels Group, together with Adams Kara Taylor of the UK, came out winners for the best architectural concept.
The winning design features a cluster of administrative buildings with large panoramic windows that are arranged around a public square, allowing citizens to see into the building while ensuring lots of natural light into the structure itself. The same concept is applied to the tower with a steeply sloping roof, the underside of which is mirrored creating a “huge democratic periscope”.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Transparent Architecture
- Opportunity for architects to incorporate large panoramic windows in buildings to create transparent and open spaces.
- Natural Lighting
- Opportunity to utilize natural light in architectural designs for energy efficiency and a more inviting environment.
- Mirrored Structures
- Potential for incorporating mirrored surfaces in buildings to create unique visual effects and architectural statements.
Where This Applies
- Architecture
- Architects can leverage transparent and natural-lighting designs to create innovative and sustainable structures.
- Construction
- Construction companies have opportunities to implement mirrored structures in urban developments, adding aesthetic appeal and distinctiveness.
- Interior Design
- Interior designers can integrate transparent architecture and natural light to create visually appealing and vibrant spaces for residential and commercial projects.
