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the project offers 23,000 square meters of landscaped outdoor spaces to the city
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cascading terraces connect with the park and provide outdoor spaces for cafes and restaurants
Cityzen Tower’s design is inspired by Tbilisi’s rolling hills and river valleys
project info:
name: Cityzen Tower
architect: Zaha Hadid Architects | @zahahadidarchitects
location: Tbilisi, Georgia
client: Cityzen
completion: expected 2028
visualizations: © Negativ | @negativ_va
design: Patrik Schumacher ZHA project director: Manuela Gatto ZHA project associate: Yevgeniya Pozigun ZHA project architects: Takehiko Iseki, Massimo Napoleoni ZHA project leads: Armando Bussey (Design), Bowen Miao (Facade), Maria Avrami (BIM), ZHA technical coordination: Kutbuddin Nadiadi ZHA project team: Alicia Hidalgo Lopez, Armando Bussey, Besan Abudayah, Bowen Miao, Catherine McCann, Charles Walker, Ignacio Fernandez De Castro, Jessica Wang, Jose Pareja Gomez, Kutbuddin Nadiadi, Laizhen Wu, Manuela Gatto, Maria Avrami, Massimo Napoleoni, Panos Ioakim, Takehiko Iseki, Thomas Bagnoli, Yevgeniya Pozigun ZHA analytics & insights team: Uli Blum, Danial Haziq ZHA sustainability team: Aleksander Mastalski, Aditya Ambare, Carlos Bausa Martinez, Shibani Choudhury, Disha Shetty
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KPF has unveiled new images of the skyscraper‘s luxury interiors designed by Charles & Co. as residential sales have officially launched.
visualizations © Binyan Studios, Alden Studios
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‘Our aim for a project of this caliber was to design residential spaces that evoke a unique atmosphere, while naturally reflecting the ethos and function of the entire building,’ says Vicky Charles, founder of Charles & Co. ‘We drew inspiration from 520 Fifth’s iconic surrounding environment to capture the glamour of NYC’s past with infusions of contemporary sensibilities. The interiors at 520 Fifth are both welcoming and glamorous, defying traditional expectations for a home in the sky of New York City.’
residences open onto gardened outdoor space as tiered terraces spiral up the tower
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the lobby is accessed through a double-height entry porticoskyscraper
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recent reports reveal significant progress on-site | all images courtesy of Public Investment Fund
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the Mukaab skyscraper anchors the new modern downtown development
New Murabba forms part of the Saudi Vision 2030 strategyskyscraper
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‘The structural exoskeleton’s uniformity was crucial in maintaining the tower’s visual identity,’ shares Greg Bousquet, the studio’s founding architect. ‘In the end, we found that the contrast between mineral and vegetal elements created a striking dialogue, reinforcing the concept of integrating the building with nature.’ The design process involved 48 volumetric studies to achieve a configuration that addresses human comfort while maximizing views and complying with zoning regulations. The result is a distinct silhouette defined by chamfered edges and punctuated with intricate voids supported by a concrete exoskeleton.
all images by Joana França
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ARCHITECTS OFFICE completes AGE 360
a 124-meter-tall residential tower in Brazil
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The Senna Tower is designed as is a tribute to Ayrton Senna, one of Brazil’s most beloved sports icons. The podium will include an immersive space dedicated to the late driver, featuring a race track that will serve as a reminder of his enduring legacy in both motorsports and Brazilian culture. visualizations © FG Empreendimentos
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rising 509 meters, the Senna Tower will become the world’s tallest residential building
As the first residential supertall building in both Brazil and Latin America to feature a Tuned Mass Damper, the Senna Tower sets a precedent for engineering excellence. This advanced system minimizes wind-induced motion, improving stability and comfort, especially on higher floors. The innovation marks a significant step forward in the region’s architectural and engineering capabilities.
Senna Tower will pursue LEED Platinum certification, a significant milestone that would make it the first supertall residential building in the world to achieve this level of sustainability. Additionally, it will feature Latin America’s first Tuned Mass Damper (TMD), an advanced system designed to reduce vibrations and sway in high-rise buildings, providing enhanced stability and comfort for residents.
The tower is scheduled to begin construction in late 2025. If completed, Senna Tower will become the first supertall residential building to achieve LEED Platinum certification, the highest sustainability standard awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council. This certification reflects a commitment to energy efficiency, reduced environmental impact, and responsible resource use, ensuring the tower meets the highest global standards for sustainability.
the tower was conceptualized by Brazilian artist Lalalli Senna, niece of the late driver Ayrton Senna
Senna Tower aims to be the first supertall residential building to achieve LEED Platinum certification
the tower will be the first in Latin America to use a Tuned Mass Damper systemskyscraper
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visualizations © ODA
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New York-based architecture studio ODA arrives in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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The South Tower complements this offering with a state-of-the-art fitness center, yoga and Pilates studios, treatment rooms, and a wellness lounge with outdoor features like a Zen Garden. Outdoor amenities include a resort-style lap pool, plunge pool, and cabana seating. ‘Ombelle brings a caliber of design and amenities unlike anything else on the market in Downtown Fort Lauderdale today,’ said Jay Phillip Parker, CEO of Douglas Elliman Florida Region.
ODA’s new project Ombelle Fort Lauderdale will be a 43-story luxury tower in Flagler Village
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the design includes smart building technology, Italian custom kitchens, and 10-foot ceilingsskyscraper
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