Site. 217,000 sq. ft Office Space. 185,000 sq. ft
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Twisting Ecosystems is an innovative office project in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. The design of the office aims to connect occupants with natural elements through the use of an extensive outdoor terrace, connection to the adjacent park, and a twisted form that removes the rigidity and stoic feel to the tower. and replaces it with more opportunities for light and greenery. There are twelve total floors with retail space occupying the first two levels in order to bring in foot traffic from the street. The exterior facade, made from perforated terracotta panels, eliminates harsh sunlight to maintain energy efficiency and rainwater is collected using cisterns that are then used to water the vegetation on site.
Program Diagram (Left). Ecosystems Diagram (Right).
Ground Floor Plan (Left). Typical Upper Floor Plan (Right).
East-West Section
Detailed Wall Section
Interior Perspective
Model Photos