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.
What's Driving This Trend
- Pillar-supported Architecture
- More architects are exploring the use of pillar-like support beams to create unique and visually appealing structures.
- Freestanding Towers
- Architects are designing more buildings that are not attached to any other structures, offering new opportunities for construction and design.
- 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.
Who This Affects Most
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
