The Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi by Asymptote Architecture

"a perfect union and harmonious interplay between elegance and spectacle. The search here was inspired by what one could call the ‘art’ and poetics of motor racing, specifically Formula 1, coupled with the making of a place that celebrates Abu Dhabi as a cultural and technological tour de force."

Hani Rashid
Asymptote Architecture
The Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Images: © Asymptote Architecture

de Meuron’s Le Projet Triangle, Herzog & de Meuron

Herzog & de Meuron's new project raises up in Paris, by lifting of a ban on tall buildings in the city Paris reveals its first inner city tower since 1977.

The design was showcased by Deputy Mayor, Anne Hidalgo said in her blog:

“Paris is indeed now part of the first world capitals in tourism business, trade fairs and exhibitions. Since 2001, the City of Paris has always radiated at the heart of its priorities economic development, employment and innovation. In a context of European and global competition increased, this ambition must now be translated in concrete by reinforcing its economic attractiveness.”

de Meuron’s Le Projet Triangle
Herzog & de Meuron
de Versailles, Southern Paris
image © Herzog & de Meuron

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