Twisting Skyscraper

[oldguyzer]

The 30-storey, 360-foot tower is the work of Netherlands-based architecture firm MVDRV, who have pedigree with messing with the laws of physics in the name of architecture. In all fairness, the twist has an actual purpose: thanks to the unique shape of the building, surrounding residential properties will only be in the shadow for two hours a day, rather than spending all afternoon sunless. Also, the thinner profile should alleviate the effects of the wind, which can have a dramatic effect on tall buildings.

 

[Curly]

Cool.

 

[oldguyzer]

Imagine rolling home drunk and looking at your building...

 

[ZooCool]

Imagine rolling home drunk and looking at your building...

I look at the floor :biggrin2:

 

[Blubber]

So much for the tower of Pisa.

 

[God]

:-Cool/"