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| Photo by Iwan Baan |
Concrete is one of the primary materials
used in the construction of many contemporary architectural projects being
built worldwide. It is a malleable,
durable and versatile material that is used to make many of today’s feats of
engineering possible. Since The Conco
Companies have been busy working on several skyscrapers in the Western U.S.
that are sure to become iconic landmarks for their regions, we are doing
several blog posts on other concrete marvels that have recently been constructed
across the globe.
One such dramatic concrete building is
the Ardmore Residence Skyscraper in Singapore.
Designed by Ben van Berkel of UNStudio architectural firm, construction
was started in 2009 and completed in 2013.
The remarkable aspect of the building is not so much the height (445’
tall, 36 floors) but rather the elaborate facade that is comprised of “curved
edges, deep recesses and sliced windows.”
The 58-unit skyscraper is designed to
replicate organic forms found in nature as displayed by the curved, opaque
concrete façade. To ensure residents
could take advantage of the spectacular city views, each apartment has large
bay windows and double-height balconies. According to the architect, "The
highly textural facade of the Ardmore Residence works in unison with the
organization of the individual apartments, affording both extensive daylight to
the unique residential spaces and panoramic views over the city of Singapore."
By repeating the elaborate façade pattern in intervals of
every four stories, the building is provided with a formal rhythm to its
silhouette. The actual residential units
do not start until the 8th floor and the base of the tower is filled
with gardens, terraces and a private swimming pool.
The Conco Companies are a leading
supplier of concrete services for the Western United States. We have built a
reputation on superior concrete formwork, reinforcing, place and finish,
shotcrete and other ancillary services that benefit from our vast
experience. We have four regional
offices to serve Southern and Northern California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada
and Colorado.
Source:
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