I Love Modern Architecture - The Three Graces: Dubai

Historically in art, The Three Graces have been viewed as a symbol of lasting unity that represent joy, beauty and charm. NOX | Lars Spuybroek has designed a family of towers called The Three Graces in Dubai which emulates that very dynamic. The family of towers, which are currently in progress, will be interconnected by a footbridge that will reduce footprints on the piers. The symbolism of unity will make The Three Graces appear as a gate to the harbor on which it is situated.

Inspired by the famous Firth-of-Forth Bridge in Scotland, the three towers are constructed from one load-bearing skin which is geometrically based on small oceanic creatures called 'radiolaria'. One meter behind the skin, there is a glass-mullion which acts as structural element dividing adjacent windows. The towers' climates can be regulated by a mixture of both natural and artificial ventilation. Looks like something out of a sci-fi movie.

NOX | Lars Spuybroek's website
Courtesy of Designboom

Tags: Architecture, Dubai, Graces, Modern, Three

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Comment by rp {|} // .MrPresident___++ on December 10, 2008 at 11:28am: @Eugene - fo sho... I just got my passport..

Comment by PANDA JU on December 10, 2008 at 1:00am: The exterior looks like it's covered in those pear holders hehe.

The creatures from SPORE should live here.

Comment by Eugene on December 9, 2008 at 10:36am: @ Roro - Ya, Dubai is definitely coming up. We should go check it out soon.

Comment by rp {|} // .MrPresident___++ on December 9, 2008 at 10:29am: Man Dabai is going to be "it" in about 10-20 years.. It use to be these large countries that dominate the world and lead in innovation... Nope not anymore... Just a state within the UAE...making SO much noise.