By Priyanka Mehta
July 09, 2022
The world's first skyscraper to exceed a height of half a kilometre with super-fast lifts. Taipei 101 received a Platinum rating under the LEED certification system, becoming the tallest and largest green building in the world.
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The structural elements of the building are connected at different angles on each floor due to its shape. This system allows for an open floor plan, vertical support without interior columns, resistance to winds, and ventilation throughout all floors.
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Twin towers in the world that are optimally positioned to take advantage of the desert winds, with three turbines mounted on sky bridges between the towers to use the wind to full advantage.
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Check out the striking sculptural inward glass design glazed coated with solar panels. Claiming to be Europe’s first office fit for the 21st century.
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The largest greenhouse in the world, Eden Project. The efficient structural system consisting of hexagons and pentagons was derived after studying pollen grains, radiolaria, and carbon molecules.
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This 20-storey building stands with a rooftop terrace garden, less heat consuming walls. The low carbon footprint construction inspired use of recyclable construction materials. The building introduced EVs for employee commutes as well.
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A 41,000 m2 waste-to-energy plant with an urban recreation centre and environmental education hub, turning social infrastructure into an architectural landmark.
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The museum features fin-like solar panels designed to maximise the sun’s rays and a natural air conditioning system that requires. Here, it's all about the future.
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