The Africanews Headquarters looks like it's been raised up on powerful stilts, capable of holding a cubed structure overhead. The building was proposed by Mikou Design Studio, and the structure will hopefully be built in the Congo.
As of now this is just a proposed design for the media outlet, but over time if could become a reality. As stated on DesignBoom, "the building is comprised of a two-story glass volume at the ground level, with a large elevated structure above, which is lifted by four massive pillars." Sunshades would also be placed on the outside of the building, allowing for more control of the heat and ability to filter air throughout the design, since it would get quite hot here all year round.
Photo Credits: designboom, mikoustudio
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Stilted Architecture Designs
- Stilted architecture designs are disrupting traditional building methods and can provide efficient solutions in urban areas with limited space.
- Elevated Structures
- Elevated structures are a disruptive innovation opportunity for architecture and construction, creating opportunities for flexible, practical designs.
- Controlled Environment Architecture
- Controlled environment architecture allows for effective temperature control, and demands for such technologies are on the rise globally.
Sectors Adopting This
- Architecture
- Architecture is an industry that can benefit from exploring stilted and elevated structure designs.
- Construction
- Construction can leverage stilted architecture concepts to create more sustainable, efficient and adaptable infrastructure.
- Engineering
- Engineering can contribute disruptive technologies and materials to enable more innovative architectural designs.
