j. mayer h. architects raises hospital grounds in dusseldorf

feb 12, 2014

j. mayer h. architects raises hospital grounds in dusseldorf

j. mayer h. architects rise hospital grounds in dusseldorf all images courtesy of j. mayer h. architects

berlin-based studio, j. mayer h. architects, has begun constructing a 14-story building, standing tall over the city of dsseldorf and the rhine river. the rkm 740 tower takes its form as a continuation of the neighboring waters left bank. the aquatic theme of the structure is furthered as the reflective faade lends light with cloud-shaped horizontal wave-like patterning. furthermore, the semi-transparent outer layer acts as a gown over the building with perforated exposures directing views inside and out while providing protection from the sun and wind. as the former site was also a hospital, the grounds will continue to encourage retail spaces for medical goods and various doctors offices. surrounding open spaces in combination with new plantings on terraces, provide a natural atmosphere and microclimate.

detail of rkm 740 tower

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