asymptote architecture (22 articles)
asymptote architecture is a leading multi-disciplinary architectural practice based in new york city, with a satellite office in vienna.
interview with hani rashid on asymptote's missoni baia residential tower in miami
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the project's architecture references the works of american minimalist sculptors such as sol lewitt and donald judd.
the project's architecture references the works of american minimalist sculptors such as sol lewitt and donald judd.
venice architecture biennale: antarctic pavilion by studio hani rashid
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the pavilion will showcase visuals that underline possibilities of new forms of architecture, planning, thinking for the vast tundra.
the pavilion will showcase visuals that underline possibilities of new forms of architecture, planning, thinking for the vast tundra.
asymptote envisions parco degli angeli in tuscan countryside
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an intelligent and sculptural covered ampitheater is featured in the development of this cultural complex in peccioli, italy.
an intelligent and sculptural covered ampitheater is featured in the development of this cultural complex in peccioli, italy.
asymptote architecture complete the ARC multimedia theater
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drawing from the stratified forms of rocks and the impossible curves of a moebius strip, the encompassing theater employs pioneering 360 degree projection technology.
drawing from the stratified forms of rocks and the impossible curves of a moebius strip, the encompassing theater employs pioneering 360 degree projection technology.
asymptote architecture unveils sejong center for performing arts
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referencing the hyperbolic curving structures of nearby temples, the bold exterior form opens the theater to surrounding public spaces.
referencing the hyperbolic curving structures of nearby temples, the bold exterior form opens the theater to surrounding public spaces.
asymptote architecture: beukenhof auditorium and crematorium
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nature informs structure in this dutch religious auditorium and flexible cultural venue-- open to all faiths and designed to celebrate human exuberance.
nature informs structure in this dutch religious auditorium and flexible cultural venue-- open to all faiths and designed to celebrate human exuberance.
asymptote architecture: velo towers YIBD
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calibrated circular volumes rotate vertically along the tower's profile to create capsule-like residential communities.
calibrated circular volumes rotate vertically along the tower's profile to create capsule-like residential communities.
asymptote architecture: kaohsiung port terminal
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conceived as a place that would awaken the waterfront, the design specifically extends beyond the site and into the city's center, drawing both locals and visitors towards its »
conceived as a place that would awaken the waterfront, the design specifically extends beyond the site and into the city's center, drawing both locals and visitors towards its hovering configuration.
asymptote architecture: the azzano san paolo complex
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the masterplan for the area near bergamo, italy is influenced by the rolling planar aspects of the region’s countryside.
the masterplan for the area near bergamo, italy is influenced by the rolling planar aspects of the region’s countryside.
asymptote: dream hub yongsan IBD masterplan
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asymptote's proposal for the 'dream hub' in seoul was influenced by the korean cultural landscape, drawing on the architecture, nature and the arts of the country, with themes of »
asymptote's proposal for the 'dream hub' in seoul was influenced by the korean cultural landscape, drawing on the architecture, nature and the arts of the country, with themes of elegance, the future and sustainability in mind.
asymptote: the yas hotel nears completion
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the yas hotel by asymptote in abu dhabi, UAE is nearing completion. the main feature of the project's design is a 217-meter expanse of sweeping, curvilinear forms constructed of »
the yas hotel by asymptote in abu dhabi, UAE is nearing completion. the main feature of the project's design is a 217-meter expanse of sweeping, curvilinear forms constructed of steel and 5,800 pivoting diamond-shaped glass panels.
asymptote architecture: WBCB solomon tower advances
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work on the millennium tower world business center (WBCB) in busan, korea by asymptote architecture is progressing towards a 2012 opening date.
work on the millennium tower world business center (WBCB) in busan, korea by asymptote architecture is progressing towards a 2012 opening date.
asymptote architecture: penang global city center
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set against the backdrop of the nature reserve of penang hill, the twisting, glass facades of the towers 'perform' various surface effects - reflecting, refracting and distorting »
set against the backdrop of the nature reserve of penang hill, the twisting, glass facades of the towers 'perform' various surface effects - reflecting, refracting and distorting views of penang, the surrounding landscape and the seascape beyond.
asymptote architecture: the yas hotel, abu dhabi
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a feature of the yas hotel is its 217-meter facade which consists of diamond shaped glass panels.
a feature of the yas hotel is its 217-meter facade which consists of diamond shaped glass panels.
venice architecture biennale 08 preview: asymptote (update)
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conceived and manufactured digitally, this exhibition is comprised of three large fiberglass objects which are each meant to express forms which are a result of high velocity, »
conceived and manufactured digitally, this exhibition is comprised of three large fiberglass objects which are each meant to express forms which are a result of high velocity, acceleration and speed, fluid dynamics ballistics and mathematically modeled form.
venice architecture biennale 08 preview: asymptote
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asymptote's installation features three compositions of their 'motionscapes' - 'small, formal experiments - that investigate flux, technology, and organicism'. the modules are »
asymptote's installation features three compositions of their 'motionscapes' - 'small, formal experiments - that investigate flux, technology, and organicism'. the modules are produced from fiberglass and finished with a high-gloss lacquer.
'the strata tower' by asymptote
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the building features an environmentally responsive louver system designed specifically for the intense heat of the region and is integrated into the cantilevered exoskeleton »
the building features an environmentally responsive louver system designed specifically for the intense heat of the region and is integrated into the cantilevered exoskeleton which surrounds the exterior of the tower.
asymptote: penang global city
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asymptote announces the design of penang global city center (PGCC), an expansive, sustainable, mixed-use development with two iconic sixty-story towers.
asymptote announces the design of penang global city center (PGCC), an expansive, sustainable, mixed-use development with two iconic sixty-story towers.
zumtobel: milan design week 2007
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the avantgarde collection by hani rashid is unveiled at zumtobel during milan design week 2007.
the avantgarde collection by hani rashid is unveiled at zumtobel during milan design week 2007.
asymptote: metamorph installation
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asymptote's interventions and design concepts for the 9th international biennale of architecture opening in september of 2004 in venice, are inspired by both historic and »
asymptote's interventions and design concepts for the 9th international biennale of architecture opening in september of 2004 in venice, are inspired by both historic and contemporary influences that impact this historically loaded event and its environs.
approach the future the asymptote experience
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this exhibition shows numerous models, photographs, drawings, projections and, in particular, site-specific installations of the new york based architecture firm, and has been »
this exhibition shows numerous models, photographs, drawings, projections and, in particular, site-specific installations of the new york based architecture firm, and has been designed by hani rashid and lise anne couture of asymptote.
hani rashid / asymptote interview
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designboom: what is the best moment of the day? there are two, very early in my office before anyone gets there. the other when my cell phone is turned off and I »
designboom: what is the best moment of the day? there are two, very early in my office before anyone gets there. the other when my cell phone is turned off and I switch to private mode.
