A landmark bioclimatic office tower that set early standards for tropical high-rises. Its faceted form is a direct response to the movement of the sun and the urban grid of KL.
Location
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Year
1985
I.
A landmark bioclimatic office tower that set early standards for tropical high-rises. Its faceted form is a direct response to the movement of the sun and the urban grid of KL.
II.
Employs external solar shading and deep-recessed windows to mitigate heat gain. The service cores are positioned as thermal buffers, protecting the internal office spaces from direct afternoon heat.
