This 204-meter residential tower is located in downtown Dubai. Through geometric simulations, a cylindrical form was identified as the most effective shape for minimizing wind resistance. Wind analysis revealed three critical elevation zones with noticeably higher wind speeds; these levels were therefore designed as public terraces to harness natural ventilation.

Dubai’s solar angles, 88° in summer and 67° in spring and autumn, indicate that the main challenge lies in mitigating east and west direct sunlight. A 1.5-meter-deep balcony effectively blocks solar gain during all three seasons. Adjustable fins allow residents to modulate shading: closed in summer for cooling and open in winter for warmth. Because lower levels remain naturally shaded, fins are limited to 30 meters above ground.

Prevailing north-west winds guided the natural ventilation strategy. Openings are introduced along the façade to channel airflow across the interior, enhancing cross ventilation. Structurally, each floor plate rests on columns anchored into a solid concrete core.

The residential program is organized into vertical clusters of three floors, each forming a small community centered around shared recreational space. Floor layouts were developed through simulations comparing different orientations, apertures, and unit configurations. Within each unit, vertical ducts along interior walls support efficient cross ventilation and natural air circulation.

A distinctive façade pattern inspired by traditional Dubai motifs defines the public levels. The pattern density gradually decreases from south to north, providing sun shading on the southern façade and promoting wind capture from the north.

Given the site’s proximity to nearby retail, I proposed an elevated corridor linking the building directly to the commercial zone. The tower offers unobstructed views toward the Burj Khalifa.