丨巴基斯坦伊斯兰堡丨Lyon,Szot Architecture

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The Gardenia

Our proposal for a new high-rise residential tower and mixed-use facility in Islamabad aims to return a natural dimension to the high-rise living experience: finding pleasure in proximity to nature by creating a private, natural patch of greenery for each unit in the building.

The project was commissioned to appeal to Pakistani expatriates returning home to work by remote and reconnect with their extended families. Our approach to the construction of the building used materials which will withstand the climate, can be locally sourced, and will age gracefully with minimal maintenance.

The project is characterized by its use of raw concrete and bare masonry to reflect a hand-crafted quality, striking a powerful contrast with the presence of leading-edge sustainable technologies: LED lighting, rainwater collection for vegetation support and greywater use, and a robust thermal energy storage system to reduce peak use of power for cooling. In this respect, the building will set a new standard for sustainable residential and commercial design in Islamabad.

The complex features 434,000 ft2 of residential space distributed among five different residential unit types; community-based domestic amenities such as a pool, gym, private lounges; 17,000 ft2 of retail space; and underground parking for 358 private vehicles.

Status:

Under Construction

Location:

Islamabad, PK

Firm Role:

architect

Additional Credits:

structural Engineering: Ajmad Haneef

interior Design: Outside In Design New York Design Studio

developer: ZEM Builders

visualization: Brooklyn Digital Foundry

side elevation

bridge to vertical park

facade at day

facade at night

main courtyard

aerial

unit interior

pool lounge at night

secondary courtyard 1

terrace park

alley drive

floor plan

residential unit plan

wall section