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−	In October 2017, UNStudio~~, in collaboration with~~ Werner Sobek, unveiled their ~~designs~~ for a new Dubai skyscraper with what has been described as the 'world's tallest ceramic facade'.	+	In October 2017, UNStudio and Werner Sobek unveiled their design for a new Dubai skyscraper with what has been described as the 'world's tallest ceramic facade'.

−	Wasl Tower is located in an exceptional central position ~~in Dubai’s network -~~ along Sheikh Zayed Road, the main thoroughfare that connects the Emirates north to south - and directly opposite the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa.	+	Wasl Tower will be located in an exceptional, central position along Sheikh Zayed Road, the main thoroughfare that connects the Emirates north to south - and directly opposite the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa.

	The 300 m-high skyscraper is designed with a twisted, asymmetric shape and will be clad in glazed clay tiles that interlace to form sweeping curves. According to the designers, their concept adopts the principle of 'counterpose', a form in classical sculpture which involves one foot taking more weight and the shoulders and hips being naturally twisted off-axis.		The 300 m-high skyscraper is designed with a twisted, asymmetric shape and will be clad in glazed clay tiles that interlace to form sweeping curves. According to the designers, their concept adopts the principle of 'counterpose', a form in classical sculpture which involves one foot taking more weight and the shoulders and hips being naturally twisted off-axis.

−	[[File:~~Wasl Tower 02~~.jpg]]	+	[[File:Wasl_Tower_02.jpg\|link=File:Wasl_Tower_02.jpg]]

−	The facade will be illuminated at night in a programmed rhythm, giving the impression that the building is breathing. Developed by Arup, the lights will be positioned behind the fin-shaped tiles and will be ~~solar~~ powered through panels installed on the roof of a nearby car park.	+	The facade will be illuminated at night in a programmed rhythm, giving the impression that the building is breathing. Developed by Arup, the lights will be positioned behind the fin-shaped tiles and will be powered through solar panels installed on the roof of a nearby car park. The carefully-angled tiles will also provide shade whilst allowing natural light to filter into the building.

−	The ~~carefully~~-~~angled tiles~~ will ~~provide shade for the interior as well as allow natural light~~ to ~~filter into~~ the ~~building~~.	+	The mixed-use building will be operated by hotel group Mandarin Oriental and, in addition to a hotel, will contain offices, private apartments, and public spaces. An open seam will run the full height of the tower, forming a 'vertical boulevard' of stacked outdoor balconies and greenery, with an infinity pool at the top.

−	~~The mixed-use building will be operated by hotel group Mandarin Oriental and,~~ in ~~addition to a hotel, will contain offices, private apartments~~, and ~~public spaces~~.	+	Construction began in 2016, and is scheduled to complete in 2020.

−	~~An open seam will run the full height of the tower, forming a 'vertical boulevard' of stacked outdoor balconies and greenery, ending in an infinity pool at the top.~~	+	[[File:Wasl_Tower_03.jpg\|link=File:Wasl_Tower_03.jpg]]
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−	~~Construction work began in 2016, and is scheduled to complete in 2020.~~	+
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−	[[File:~~Wasl Tower 03~~.jpg]]	+

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	The 300 m-high skyscraper is designed with a twisted, asymmetric shape and will be clad in glazed clay tiles that interlace to form sweeping curves. According to the designers, their concept adopts the principle of 'counterpose', a form in classical sculpture which involves one foot taking more weight and the shoulders and hips being naturally twisted off-axis.		The 300 m-high skyscraper is designed with a twisted, asymmetric shape and will be clad in glazed clay tiles that interlace to form sweeping curves. According to the designers, their concept adopts the principle of 'counterpose', a form in classical sculpture which involves one foot taking more weight and the shoulders and hips being naturally twisted off-axis.
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	The facade will be illuminated at night in a programmed rhythm, giving the impression that the building is breathing. Developed by Arup, the lights will be positioned behind the fin-shaped tiles and will be solar powered through panels installed on the roof of a nearby car park.		The facade will be illuminated at night in a programmed rhythm, giving the impression that the building is breathing. Developed by Arup, the lights will be positioned behind the fin-shaped tiles and will be solar powered through panels installed on the roof of a nearby car park.
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	Construction work began in 2016, and is scheduled to complete in 2020.		Construction work began in 2016, and is scheduled to complete in 2020.

−	Content and images courtesy of UNStudio~~...~~.	+	[[File:Wasl Tower 03.jpg]]
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	In October 2017, UNStudio, in collaboration with Werner Sobek, unveiled their designs for a new Dubai skyscraper with what has been described as the 'world's tallest ceramic facade'.		In October 2017, UNStudio, in collaboration with Werner Sobek, unveiled their designs for a new Dubai skyscraper with what has been described as the 'world's tallest ceramic facade'.
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In October 2017, UNStudio, in collaboration with Werner Sobek, unveiled their designs for a new Dubai skyscraper with what has been described as the 'world's tallest ceramic facade'.

Wasl Tower is located in an exceptional central position in Dubai’s network - along Sheikh Zayed Road, the main thoroughfare that connects the Emirates north to south - and directly opposite the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa.

The 300 m-high skyscraper is designed with a twisted, asymmetric shape and will be clad in glazed clay tiles that interlace to form sweeping curves. According to the designers, their concept adopts the principle of 'counterpose', a form in classical sculpture which involves one foot taking more weight and the shoulders and hips being naturally twisted off-axis.

The facade will be illuminated at night in a programmed rhythm, giving the impression that the building is breathing. Developed by Arup, the lights will be positioned behind the fin-shaped tiles and will be solar powered through panels installed on the roof of a nearby car park.

The carefully-angled tiles will provide shade for the interior as well as allow natural light to filter into the building.

The mixed-use building will be operated by hotel group Mandarin Oriental and, in addition to a hotel, will contain offices, private apartments, and public spaces.

An open seam will run the full height of the tower, forming a 'vertical boulevard' of stacked outdoor balconies and greenery, ending in an infinity pool at the top.

Construction work began in 2016, and is scheduled to complete in 2020.

Content and images courtesy of UNStudio.

= Find out more =

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