Commercial Projects

Purposeful design characterizes the Jammu Habitat Center, providing a space that serves the community's needs while maintaining aesthetic appeal. The Jammu Habitat Center emerges as an architectural cornerstone that caters to the diverse needs of the community. Architecturally, the form of the center is a thoughtful composition of multipurpose spaces, green courtyards, and communal areas that foster social interaction. Sustainable design principles are seamlessly integrated, creating an environmentally conscious architectural masterpiece. The lighting design adapts to the varied functions of the center, ensuring that every space is visually appealing while promoting a sense of inclusivity within the architectural narrative.

Archwens presents a novel commercial architecture defined by its dynamic interplay of solid and void. The facade is conceived as a rhythmic composition of recessed volumes and projecting planes, creating a constantly shifting pattern of light and shadow throughout the day. Materially, the building employs a restrained palette of textured concrete and glazed surfaces. The rough texture of the concrete provides a tactile counterpoint to the smooth reflective glass, enhancing the depth and dimensionality of the facade. Interior spaces are designed with flexibility in mind, accommodating a range of potential commercial uses. Natural light is strategically introduced to animate the internal environment and reduce reliance on artificial illumination. The building's overall form aims to integrate harmoniously within its undefined urban context, creating a landmark that is both distinctive and sensitive to its surroundings.

One Vanderbilt is a 1,401-foot supertall skyscraper that redefines the Manhattan skyline and the experience of Grand Central Terminal. Designed by KPF, the tower features a tapered form comprised of four interlocking volumes that spiral up to the sky. Its facade of terracotta and glass pays homage to the details of Grand Central, to which it is directly connected. The building includes "SUMMIT," a multi-sensory observation deck, and achieves the highest standards of sustainability.

One World Trade Center is the symbolic and physical centerpiece of the rebuilt World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan. Standing at a symbolic 1,776 feet, it is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. SOM's design features an octagon that tapers into a square glass parapet. It sets a new benchmark for safety and sustainability, featuring a high-strength concrete core, extra-strong fireproofing, and a LEED Gold certification. The tower structure refracts light like a prism.