The Z axis

Design of a highrise

With intentions to create blocks of greens to work inside, with a central core, the unobstructed facade allows site gazing from all sides.

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The voluminous spaces inside mass allows an immersive view of the cityscape to its users.

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Vehicular entry to commercial highrise was made at the South Badda road away from the Mohakhali-Gulshan road to minimize traffic congestion.

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The Podium is un-interrupted and open to invite pedestrians. Activities to cater mass of people:

  • - Food carts
  • - Lake view restaurant
  • - Open public seating spaces with lake view
  • - Shopping mall
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Separate entries for office and visitors.

Studio: 3rd year - 2nd semester

Project duration: 2 weeks

Instructors: Late architect Bashirul Huq Saiqa Iqbal Meghna (saiqa@bracu.ac.bd)

Presentation tools: Rhinoceros 6, Autocad, Lumion 10 and 12, Photoshop