‘crystal laputa’ is a three tower residential project designed by 5+design, located in chengdu, china. the 150,000m2 project includes three high-rises, one mid-level structure, a fitness center, spa, and three 4,000m2 penthouses — one topping each building. visualized as a floating neighborhood, ‘crystal laputa’ is surrounded by a lake, with various marinas, waterways, and land bridges connecting elements.

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view from the base
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on-site transportation is provided in three ways: pedestrian pathways, roads, and marine infrastructure. the latter is capable of supporting not only residents’ vessels, but a private fleet of water taxis for the development. ‘crystal laputa’ was designed by hollywood-based studio 5+design.

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tower façade

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‘crystal laputa’

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looking west 

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view from east

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unit exterior detail

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tower one

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pedestrian bridge

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sunset 

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dock view

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plan view sketch

 

 

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edited by: nick brink | designboom

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