Top 8 ambitious residential projects

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The world does not stand still, and new residential projects from the world's leading architects and developers impress not only with their futuristic shapes and environmental friendliness, but also with a completely innovative approach to living space as such. Today, not just new walls are being built that surround a person, but a new personality is being formed, living beyond the limitations of living space and fantasy. Let's see how advanced architects of the XXI century see the symbiosis of man-living space.

1. Marina One— coastal area in the center of Singapore

One of the most impressive modern residential projects is located in the heart of Singapore, which is famous for its ultra-modern buildings. It will open the doors of 3,000 owners in the first half of this year. The huge population, the changing climate - all this creates additional difficulties for architects and developers, but it is also a great inspiration. The Marina One project is a complex of four mixed-use buildings, which occupied an impressive area of 400,000 sq. m. An incredible tropical oasis, which is called the "Green Heart", will become its center. It will be surrounded by a "three-dimensional" architectural structure, which will become a home for the new owners, a real masterpiece of architectural thought. The Green Heart will decorate a variety of more than 350 tropical plants and present one of the largest artificial gardens in Singapore. Animals and birds will also settle here. It will be possible to relax in common areas, restaurants and cafeterias, on the food court, and to shop in shops and a modern supermarket.

2. A mountain village in China

The Huangshan Mountain Range is located in Anhui Province in eastern China. It is here that some of the most beautiful mountains in the country are located, and it is here, in places protected by UNESCO, that an amazing residential project will be erected. «The mountain village» Huangshan Mountain Village will blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. Futuristic modern buildings will become a home for the real lucky ones or a temporary shelter for guests of the region. The ambitious project is part of the tourist development plan for the area surrounding the local Taiping Lake. Each apartment of Huangshan Mountain Village is designed as a separate retreat: a panorama of the mountain range opens from the huge balconies, thus "extending" the interior with the exterior. The highest technologies carefully use natural resources. This is definitely one of the most advanced residential projects of today.

3. Pixel —«pedestrian»residential quarter in Abu Dhabi

Pixel — a residential quarter in Abu Dhabi with an area of 76,000 sq. m. It will consist of unusual «pixel»buildings in which apartments, office, retail premises and common spaces will be located. The project is part of the global renovation of the Makers District, which is carried out by RNL Design. Pixel is a new approach to the organization of residential areas: houses are represented by "mini towers", built taking into account severe weather conditions, bright sun and strong winds. At the same time, outwardly the new area looks like a real garden of eden - green, with bright colors and a thoughtful landscape. A huge pedestrian zone will unite seven residential buildings, which will connect the living space and the nearby beach, marina and The Artery entertainment complex. Premises (retail, coworking, cafes, restaurants, etc.) are available for rent for everyone. Delivery of the project — 2020.

4. «White tree»— residential skyscraper in Montpellier, France

This unique residential building, designed in the form of a white tree, will be located in the south of France in Montpellier. A city with a Mediterranean climate, it remains warm even in winter. It was this feature of his that was the backbone when creating the concept of Arbre Blanc or, in French, "White wood". It is customary to spend a lot of time on the street here, so all apartments are equipped with huge balconies-terraces. The building has 17 floors in total, and it is not only its snow-white facade that impresses, which "blooms" upwards with an unusual snow-white crown. The whole structure of the house is as impressive as its appearance. The white tree rises above the bank of the Les River, its facades are arranged in such a way that they perfectly block bright sunlight. The interiors are made in the same style as the futuristic exterior of the building. Like many other modern projects, Arbre Blanc will include not only apartments, but also offices, retail premises, restaurants, etc.

5. Lightstone — «brilliant»high-rise in New York

The luxury condominium will be located in the center of Manhattan and will become the first New York project of the famous architectural bureau Adjaye Associates, whose owner was recently knighted by Queen Elizabeth II, and also entered the list of the 100 most influential people in the world according to TIME magazine. The company's portfolio includes many buildings of cultural significance, including the National Museum of African-American History in Washington and the National Holocaust Memorial in London. The building with a sparkling golden facade will be located on one of the oldest streets in New York, which is why its design is rooted in tradition and departs from the usual concrete and glass. The project is truly unique and unlike any skyscraper in the world: the facade will resemble the times when houses were built without the use of technology. Arched windows, a style-forming element of interior design, will become the trademark of the building. Sales will begin in the spring of this year.

6. Ski Vest — «copper» residential complex at the ski resort

Innovative ski apartments will be located in Norway, the birthplace of alpine skiing. The Ski Vest residential complex will be built on the territory of a former military camp and will become part of a modern ski infrastructure. The design will reflect the "modest" traditions of Norwegian architecture of the late XIX century, however, its entire structure and decoration will take this concept to a whole new level. «Lace» balconies trimmed with copper will look favorably against the background of a snow-covered or green forest, and its unusual shape will definitely stand out among houses of a similar purpose.The new residential complex will consist of 50 apartments of impressive size, each of which will have high ceilings and a spacious terrace. 

7. Forêt Blanche — the first «vertical forest» in France

The first vertical forest "will grow" in the town of Villiers-sur-Marne, in the east of the Paris region. Forêt Blanche — is a 54-meter tower, completely made of wood. The facade of the building, designed by Stefano Boeri Architetti studio, is covered with 2000 trees, shrubs and other plants. The area of plantings is equal to a whole hectare of forest, that is, more than 10 times the area of the base of the building! Apartments will be located on the upper floors of the "White Forest", offices, retail and commercial premises will be located on the lower floors. The windows of the building will offer fantastic views of Paris, and a smart ventilation system will use the location of the building to create an ideal microclimate in it.

8. «Valley» in the business quarter of Amsterdam

An impressive Valley residential project will be located in the very center of Amsterdam, the authors of which won the tender for the renovation of the Zuidas business district. It will open its doors to its residents in 2021. The buildings are made in the form of four intersecting structures with family apartments, offices, restaurants, etc. They will be elevated by three towers of "variant" height, in which exclusively apartments with fantastic views of the city will be located. And at the highest point there will be a cozy bar. An amazing landscaped park with spacious recreation areas will become the heart of the Valley.

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