Vincent Callebaut Architectures (VCA) has designed a stunning twisting residential tower in Taipei, Taiwan, that resembles a DNA double helix. This eye-catching building, known as Tao Zhu Yin Yuan or Agora Garden Tower, stands at an impressive 93.2 meters (305 feet) and consists of 21 floors. Each floor twists by 4.5 degrees, creating a 90-degree rotation from the base to the top, ensuring that every apartment is flooded with natural daylight. With floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides of each unit, this unique design not only encourages natural air circulation but also offers column-free spaces for added flexibility in living spaces.
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The tower is engineered to withstand earthquakes and flooding, using a high-strength steel frame anchored by 68 foundation piles reaching 50 meters (164 feet) into the bedrock. Seismic isolation pads further enhance the building’s resiience, while flood barriers and high-wind-tested windows add extra protection. This sustainable architecture was recently awarded the prestigious LEED Platinum certification, confirming its environmentally friendly design.
A key feature of the tower is its incorporation of approximately 23,000 trees, shrubs, and plants on balconies, terraces, and landscaped garden areas. This greenery not only creates a pleasant atmosphere for residents but also helps absorb up to 130 tons of carbon dioxide annually. Solar panels on the roof provide around 40,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity each year, enough to power 10 households, while six wind turbines generate an additional 1,400 kilowatt-hours to support public facilities.
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The Tao Zhu Yin Yuan tower exemplifies sustainable living, blending innovative design with green architecture to reduce its carbon footprint and create an inviting, eco-friendly environment for its residents.
