Solar Powered Skyscraper
The Time Residences Tower
The British consortium is building the world's largest gadget; “The Time Residences tower, a solar powered skyscraper that will use the electricity thus generated to rotate through 360 degrees.†Tav Singh, director of Dubai Property Ring said, “We didn't want to build just another building or tower, we wanted to create something unique - a precious place to live - a genuine contender to be one of the great buildings in the world.†The Time Residences tower will offer 200 expensive apartments; Singh said "they want to build many more such towers, with one for every time zone."
Trend Themes
1. Solar Power - Disruptive innovation opportunities in the solar power industry include the development of more efficient solar panels and energy storage solutions.
2. Rotating Architecture - Opportunities for disruptive innovation in rotating architecture include the integration of smart technologies for optimized energy usage and improved building functionality.
3. Luxury Residences - Disruptive innovation opportunities in the luxury residences market include the incorporation of sustainable and eco-friendly features to meet the growing demand for environmentally conscious living.
Industry Implications
1. Construction - The construction industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities in integrating renewable energy technologies into building design and construction processes.
2. Renewable Energy - The renewable energy industry can capitalize on the trend of solar-powered skyscrapers by developing more efficient and cost-effective solar technologies.
3. Real Estate - The real estate industry can embrace disruptive innovation by incorporating sustainable and unique architectural designs, attracting environmentally conscious and luxury-focused buyers.