Architects often look for ways to soften the presence of large urban developments in cities and this white, curvaceous residential tower in Paris, France is a great example of how form and palette can be used to create balance. The design of this residential development is credited to Chinese architecture studio MAD and its collaborator, local French studio Biecher Architectes. This curvaceous residential tower is MAD's "first completed project in Europe."
The 13-story building was designed to interact with and supplement its surroundings. The structure is characterized by the curved balconies that wrap around the building. A mix of both private and affordable housing, the MAD x Biecher Architectes development definitely brings a new and unique character to the area.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Curvaceous Architecture
- There is a growing trend in architecture towards designing curvaceous buildings that soften the presence of large urban developments in cities.
- Affordable Housing
- The design of this residential tower demonstrates the importance of creating a mix of both private and affordable housing to provide for the needs of a diverse community.
- Collaborative Design
- Collaboration between international architecture studios, such as MAD and Biecher Architectes, presents an opportunity for innovative approaches to design and implementation.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Architecture
- The trend towards curvaceous architecture creates an opportunity for architects to design buildings that are visually unique and contextually sensitive.
- Real Estate
- By combining private and affordable housing, the curvaceous residential tower in France demonstrates a trend towards creating living spaces that are accessible to all income levels.
- International Collaboration
- The international collaboration between MAD and Biecher Architectes in the design of the curvaceous residential tower demonstrates possibilities for collaboration between firms from different countries and cultures.
