The "Absolute Towers" of Canada

Yes, that is actually what they are called and are a five tower development on the north-east corner of the crossroads of Hurontario Street and Burnhamthope Road, a gateway to the Mississauga town center in Canada. After the success of the first tower, developers announced that a fifth and final tower over 50 stories will be added to complete the project. The total area of the site is about 255,000 square feet while the total square footage of the Absolute Towers 1 and 2 are about 135,000 and 120,000 square feet respectively.

Both towers, designed by M.A.D Architects Studio have been designed with very organic convolutions that seek to not only break with the form of traditional highrises, but also relate to each other. Ma Yansong, one of the principles said of the designs, "they talk to each other and harmonize with each other. There is a synergy between them, an aura which transcends each of the individual buildings."

Also of ultimate importance in the design is the effort made to ensure that all occupants within the building have a a view. The entire 56-story building rotates by different degrees at different levels, which corresponds with scenarios at different heights. A continuous balcony surrounds the building giving adequate sunlight and ventilation.

I would say that this is a very unique design but it does really remind me of Zaha's design for the Farrer Road residential complex in Singapore. I'm all for inspiration but not when it bears a strong resemblance to its predecessor.



Image obtained from: www.arcspace.com
For more info, check: www.archinnovations.com/featured-projects/mixed-use/mad-the-absolute-towers-in-mississauga