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Shenzhen Designs Futuristic Sky Tower That Looks Like Floating Islands In A Final Fantasy Game

Sou Fujimoto Architects Unveils Designs For Sky Island Tower In Shenzhen

We’ve seen majestic skyscrapers and state-of-the-art architecture around the world. Yet, architects continue to challenge our imagination with complex structures we never thought possible.

Consider this ambitious 268m Sky Island Tower at Qianhai Bay in Shenzhen, China.

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The ethereal marvel seems to float thanks to 99 pillar-like support beams, making it look like a group of floating islands you’d see in Final Fantasy games.

Here’s a closer look at this fantasy-like structure by Sou Fujimoto Architects that won Shenzhen’s New City Center Landmark competition.

Sky Island Tower looks like it’s floating above Qianhai Bay, Shenzhen

Shenzhen, one of the most popular tech hubs in China, is known as a futuristic city.

We might not be able to time travel but this design for a proposed local landmark may transport us decades into the future or into a Final Fantasy game.

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At first glance, the skyscraper seems to be floating on top of the water but you’ll immediately notice the centralised core that guarantees its stability.

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The structure seems to be floating or suspended from mid-air due to the 99 “islands” or tower-like pillars hanging from the upper deck of the bay.

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The pillars gradually become thinner as it gets further from the centre, making it seem like a giant fountain.

Gorgeous views from above & below

No skyscraper is complete without a viewing deck. Watching the sunrise and sunset from these floor-to-ceiling windows will definitely be an unforgettable experience.

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According to Archinect, there’s a restaurant, walkway, sky lobby, and exhibition space on the rooftop platform.

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Meanwhile, at the base, visitors will be treated to a water dance event space.

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