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The Greenland Zhengzhou Towers are unbuilt towers designed by
Brininstool, Kerwin and Lynch
in 2010. According to the architect description, the unique forms are
“rooted in cultural influence, in which the massing is identifiable with
the mountain formations found outside of Zhengzhou. The expression is
balanced between historical symbolism and contemporary innovation.”
With
an area that exceeds 6.5million square feet, this massive
mixed-development was proposed to house a variety of programs, including
office space and a five-star boutique hotel that occupies the top
floors of the shorter tower on the south site. BKL was involved with
the design of the complex on all scales, from the site considerations
the lighting design of the hotel units. In addition to the typical
hotel amenities afforded by luxury hotels (ballrooms, lap pools, spa,
fitness center, etc.), the complex is decidedly Eastern, with meditation
gardens and outdoor terraces. More after the break.
© Brininstool, Kerwin, & Lynch
The tower is constructed of
reinforced concrete and
steel
with a glazed curtain wall system. The dynamic frame is complemented
by the light and delicate skin, which alternates between low-e vision
glass, opaque spandrel glass, and metal scrims. This approach, in
addition to light shelf usage and southern-facing PV panels, are huge
components of BKL’s proposed sustainability strategy. The building was
to rely primarily on passive strategies of harnessing and shielding the
sun for energy savings. In addition to addressing the various proposed
occupancy types, this also capitalizes on the sweeping views of
Zhengzhou and capture necessary daylight.
Architect:
Brininstool, Kerwin, & Lynch Location:
Zhengzhou, China Project Year:
2010 Photographs:
Brininstool, Kerwin, & Lynch
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