HOCHHAUS
GATE 2
VIENNA
AUSTRIA, 2014
TOWER
PR–494
The Hochhaus Gate 2 project addresses the need for a true hub in the Gasomètres neighborhood, which has plenty of open space but lacks a defining urban landmark.
GALLERY
017
PROGRAM
A mixed-use hybrid tower combining office and retail space.
DETAIL
Situation
Gugl-gasse, Vienna, Austria
Year
2014
Status
Restricted competition
Site area
2 400 m²
Built-up area
32 000 m²
Project management
Austria Immobilien GmbH, Döblerhof Immobilien GmbH & Co, Vienna
Project implementation
Dominique Perrault, architect, urbanist
DESCRIPTION
Its role is twofold: to engage with neighboring buildings and pedestrian squares, while affirming the neighborhood’s unique and historic character within Vienna’s skyline. The project proposes a hybrid cylindrical tower that combines the advantages of a circular core—minimizing shadow effects, reducing facade surfaces and corridor lengths, and optimizing natural light—with eight rectangular modules that allow for efficient and flexible office layouts.
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Architecturally, the tower evokes a stack of rotating gears, creating a dynamic and adaptable facade. Each module features green terraces, providing high-quality outdoor spaces and accommodating high-end offices and residential units. The modular structure ensures maximum flexibility and easy adaptability, making Gate 2 a powerful urban landmark and a functional, sustainable project.
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