Daniel Libeskind's The Ascent at Roebling's Bridge, Kentucky

The Ascent at Roebling’s Bridge in Covington provides a dynamic addition to the skyline of the greater Cincinnati area and is a dramatic departure from the surrounding waterfront buildings. Its curving crescent form and sloping roof line are designed to maximize views, with each unit having an unobstructed view of the Cincinnati skyline. Through the vertical, non-repeating articulation of the facade, the building breaks from the repetitive, horizontal orientation of typical high-rise buildings. Its multiple layers blur the distinction between interior and exterior, both visually and experientially. This texture also functions to provide shade to all units from the east sun... (to find out more...)

text and images from: http://www.daniel-libeskind.com/projects/show-all/the-ascent-at-roebling-s-bridge/

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