ArchShowcase Archive for March, 2011International Polar Foundation Belgian Antarctic Base – “Princess Elisabeth” in Antarctica by Philippe Samyn and PartnersThursday, March 17th, 2011The International Polar Foundation (IPF), led by the civil engineer and explorer Alain HUBERT, was commissioned in 2004 by the Belgian Federal government to design, construct and operate a new Belgian Antarctic research station.  Images Courtesy International polar Foundation
Prisma in Groningen, The Netherlands by NL Architects, Pieter Bannenberg, Walter van Dijk and Kamiel KlaasseThursday, March 17th, 2011It is surprising that in a miraculously flat country like the Netherlands only so few towers emerge. The potential of the unobstructed view -as one of the main topics in Dutch painting- is in housing under developed. There seems to be a collective fear of elevators. (Which maybe explains the success of the Dutch movie Down -originally ‘De Lift’). Prisma takes the view – one of the most glamorous properties of dwelling- as starting point in combination with outdoor space.  Side View of Prisma
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas in Nevada, USA by Rockwell GroupThursday, March 17th, 2011The idea behind Rockwell Group’s overall design vision for the West and East Lobbies, The Chandelier bar, Marquee nightclub, Jaleo restaurant and 3,000 guest rooms in the new Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas was to redefine the total experience of Las Vegas, from arriving to eating to dancing to sleeping.  Interior View
The Ascent at Roebling’s Bridge in Covington, Kentucky by Studio Daniel LibeskindWednesday, March 16th, 2011The Ascent is a gateway to Roebling’s Bridge The Ascent at Roebling’s Bridge in Covington, Kentucky, is a 20-story residential tower that was completed in 2008. Reaching 300 feet at its pinnacle, the 300,000-square-foot building includes 70 residential units, a swimming pool, garden facilities, large public event space, and a restaurant on the plaza level. The Ascent at Roebling’s Bridge was awarded a CNBC Americas Property Award for Best High-Rise Development in 2008.  The Ascent is a gateway to the Roebling Bridge (c) BitterBredt
Palacio de Congresos in Lanzarote, Spain by Henning Larsen ArchitectsWednesday, March 16th, 2011Article source: Henning Larsen Architects The new Concert and Congress Centre, Palacio de Congresos, is inspired by the jagged and characteristic landscape of Lanzarote. The building emphasizes the surrounding nature marking a new cultural hub for the Canary Islands.  Palacio de Congresos by Henning Larsen Architects
Euro Space Center in Libin-Transinne, Luxembourg by Samyn and PartnersWednesday, March 16th, 2011Situated at Libin-Transinne along the highway that connects Brussels to Luxemburg, the Euro Space Center is responsible for the diffusion of knowledge concerning space exploration activities and telecommunications in Europe.  Euro Space Center - Photo by La Fibre Comm.
The Gem Building in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia by Henning Larsen ArchitectsWednesday, March 16th, 2011Article source: Henning Larsen Architects The Gem Building is a unique small-scale landmark surrounded by large buildings in King Abdullah Financial District. The size of the building is adapted to human scale and its crystalline form and faceted facades enhance its quality as a shining beacon.  The Gem Building
Lincoln Mixed Use in Denver, Colorado, USA by Meridian 105 ArchitectureWednesday, March 16th, 2011Lincoln Mixed Use is a design proposal for Denver, Colorado, consisting of a hotel, retail, parking structure, restaurant, and movie theater. The building is sited on a transition lot between high-rise residential and a primary commercial corridor. Overlapping cross circulation is established onsite, easing occupants through the various program uses between these two zones.  Overall View Of Building, At Entry To Restaurant At Grade
American University School of International Service in Washington,District of Columbia by William McDonough + PartnersWednesday, March 16th, 2011How can we design a building that inspires students to dream? This charge— articulated by the dean of the country’s largest foreign service program— guided the design team for this new building on the American University campus.  American University School of International Service
A Place to Catch (SEA) Breeze in Brisbane, Australia by BLOXAS + Chian QuahWednesday, March 16th, 2011This proposal has considered the climactic condition and placement of Brisbane, within it’s geographical context. Brisbane city is located approximately 21kms inland from the nearest coastal edge. Subsequently it is starved of any significant reprievable, or recurrent, sea breeze. This, coupled with Brisbane’s unforgiving sub tropical summer humidity, was the idealistic catalyst for this design concept. Slender, sculptured towers range in height depending on their topographical location.  Birds Eye View
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