'Pentomonium towers' by Murphy/Jahn, Seoul, Korea
Chicago-based practice Murphy/Jahn has sent images of the
'Pentomonium towers', a high-end residential building for the western side of
the Youngman international business district in Seoul, Korea. The pair of
towers are set diagonal to each other and connected with a bridge at the
midpoint and gridded rooftop canopy, reaching 320 meters tall. The slender
profile emerges from a small square footprint, minimizing the number of units
on each level while maximizing seclusion offering dwellers an urban living experience
previously only found with individual homes.
The scenic southwestern views are enhanced by internally
shifting the vertical circulation cores towards the northeastern elevation. The
resulting U-shaped configuration may be subdivided, maintaining their outward
perspectives while penthouses use the entire floor. The enclosure then shifts
between the neighboring residences, forming bay windows, balconies and winter
gardens. At the perimeter, a screen of vertical and horizontal bars within a 5
meter tall by 3 meter wide modular grid aligns the geometries between each of
the buildings. The exterior surface serves as a structural framework, provides
shade and additional privacy. Four-storey high parks are carved into the sides
at various heights, offering residents recreational areas and lounges. Operable
glass panels allow for manual adjustments to the interior climate.
Upward view of the towers
Sky Park
Super villa at the rooftop level
At night
Courtesy: www.designboom.com
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