Urban Symbiosis Mix Use Towers

Architecture Design Award Winner.
Awarded for Good Architecture, Building and Structure Design.

Urban Symbiosis Mix Use Towers
by Xiyao Wang

Awarded April 15, 2025
CLIENT: Extended Play Lab
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Urban Symbiosis is a mixed use supertall development above the 7 Train station in New York City, integrating condos, serviced apartments, and offices. Celebrating the great underground, the subway entrance is placed at the center, offering natural light and 24/7 public access. The design optimizes energy loads by combining office and residential programs, reducing grid pressure. Unlike traditional vertical stacking, a horizontal split forms two towers, creating shared public spaces with amenities like restaurants, co-working areas, and gyms for constant interaction.

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