Melbourne Tower is Inspired by the Folds of Origami

Melbourne Tower is Inspired by the Folds of Origami - Facade, Windows
Courtesy of BINYAN 3D

Rothelowman, in conjunction with KPDO, has revealed plans for 88 Melbourne, a $100 million, 55-story tower in the Australian city’s Southbank Entertainment Precinct. According to developers New Sky Group, the audience for this project is “downsizers who don’t wish to downgrade” and “[the project is] designed to cater [to] those upgrading their lifestyle, when trading in the family home.” The tower’s design is inspired by the facets of jewels and the art of origami, creating diamond patterns on the exterior that will glisten during the day and light up at night.

Melbourne Tower is Inspired by the Folds of Origami - Cityscape, Facade, WindowsMelbourne Tower is Inspired by the Folds of Origami - Table, Windows, ChairMelbourne Tower is Inspired by the Folds of Origami - Windows, CityscapeMelbourne Tower is Inspired by the Folds of Origami - Table, Sofa, Windows, Chair, ColumnMelbourne Tower is Inspired by the Folds of Origami - More Images+ 3

Melbourne Tower is Inspired by the Folds of Origami - Cityscape
Courtesy of BINYAN 3D

The interiors by KPDO are meant to evoke the elegance of European hotels and luxury homes, with a range of textural finishes and opulent touches including appliances by Sub-Zero and Wolf. The apartment interiors were devised with zoned living and privacy in mind. Shared amenities of the building include a spa, steam room, sauna, and indoor lap pool. There will also be a communal wine cellar with tasting area, bar, and outdoor terrace, a communal kitchen for large-scale events, and flexible spaces intended for informal meetings and socializing.

Melbourne Tower is Inspired by the Folds of Origami - Table, Sofa, Windows, Chair, Column
Courtesy of BINYAN 3D

“88 Melbourne will have a sophisticated presence in the city and change the way people think of apartment living,” said Chris Hayton, Principal at Rothelowman. “It will be an iconic Melbourne address and a lasting moment in the evolution of local architecture and how we design for changing life-stages.”

Melbourne Tower is Inspired by the Folds of Origami - Windows, Cityscape
Courtesy of BINYAN 3D

Project location

Address:88 Queensbridge St, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

Click to open map
Location to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.
About this office
Cite: Vladimir Gintoff. "Melbourne Tower is Inspired by the Folds of Origami" 06 May 2016. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/786971/melbourne-tower-is-inspired-by-the-folds-of-origami-rothelowman> ISSN 0719-8884

Courtesy of BINYAN 3D

受折纸启发的墨尔本大楼

You've started following your first account!

Did you know?

You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.