...on a parking garage?

The Fairbanks at Cityfront Center in Chicago was built on top of an existing parking garage. In order to support the new football-shaped tower on the center of the garage, a 6-foot deep concrete transfer mat was used to distribute load to the stronger perimeter columns.
Crystal Center

...in crystaline form?

If a tectonic shift sent giant crystals thrusting up through the water’s surface, it might look something like this dramatic arts center prototype by AS+GG. Crystal structures with cantilevers of up to 230 feet are joined at a base beneath the water.
Matrix Gateway Complex

...as a cube?

The Matrix Gateway Complex by AS+GG would be an exception to the rule of monotony in rectilinear buildings. It would provide residents a full 3-D city experience, featuring suspended platforms linking modular housing and community venues.

...like a big "W?"

Walter Towers are Danish architects Bjarke Ingels Group’s latest project in Prague, Czech Republic. Cool design, but will it stand?

Friday, September 25, 2009

Will it stand for another 2000 years?

Posted by Will it stand? at 5:51 AM 0 comments
Even in these technologically advanced times, the massive Roman structures of the first century impress. Perhaps the Romans' most astounding feats were related to their ability to move water. The Pont du Gard of southern France brought fresh spring water nearly 50km from northern highlands to the Roman city at Nîmes. On the way the ancient...
 

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