The Vertical Diamond
Each surface a different cut in the diamond reacts to the light and movement, reflecting Times Square's energy
Studio Topic | Mixed-Use Building
Location | Times Square, New York
Academic Year | Fourth Year
Rising in the heart of Times Square, The Vertical Diamond sparkles amongst the urban skyline with a formal concept inspired by the crystalline geometry of a diamond.
I'ts intricate façade, composed of a field of triangular glass panels, draws inspiration from the facets of stone, generating a continuous play of light and shadow throughout the day.
The building is designed to create a dialogue between the pulsating urban life of Times Square and the pedestrian experience: a public lobby opening onto the square, hotel floors directly oriented toward the iconic space, and offices with full transparency to the metropolitan panorama.
Concept Evolution Diagram
Building Perspective
Isometric Plans
ENTRANCE FLOW
The design of the main entrance invites the dynamic movement of the city inward, guiding passersby from the vibrant streets into the core of the building.
Inside, a sequence of open levels allows visitors to traverse vertically while remaining visually connected to Times Square at every point.
HOTEL ROOMS
The hotel floor in New York accommodates a variety of room types and sizes, while the lobby is oriented to overlook Times Square, offering visitors a direct and continuous connection to the iconic cityscape.
OFFICES
The office floors open up to a sweeping panorama of New York, where expansive glass façades frame the city’s iconic skyline, allowing occupants to engage visually with the urban fabric from the elevated heights.
Building Perspective
As part of the studio project, my teammates and I created a visual presentation video, shown below