2018-04-02
Switzerland Geneva JTI Headquarters
设计方：SOM
位置：瑞士
分类：办公建筑
内容：实景照片
图片：28张
摄影师：Hufton+Crow, Adrien Barakat, Johannes Marburg
译者：筑龙网艾比
The architecture draws references not only from its immediate context, but also Lake Geneva and the Alps, establishing a strong identity amongst its illustrious neighbours while responding sensitively to its low-rise context. The building’s form was dictated by the shape of the challenging triangular site and the necessity to maximise useable space. By elevating the north eastern and southern corners of the building, a public courtyard is carved out, creating permeability through the site, opening it up to the local neighbourhood and facilitating direct pedestrian connections to a local transport hub. The impressive cantilevered space and clear-spans of up to 60m and 75m respectively, provide the building with its unique elevations and also create a unique sense of arrival f
