Dubai will soon have the world’s first rotating skyscraper.
The idea for the revolutionary tower first surfaced way back in 2008, but the project was put on hold - until now.
The planned opening date for the skyscraper is 2020 although the construction company, Dynamic Architecture, is yet to announce the date of commencement of the project.
Once completed, the 80-storey Dynamic Tower will become the first 4D skyscraper in the world, reaching 420 metres in height and covering an area of around 1.2 million square feet.
Italian architect David Fisher described the tower as, "the first building designed by four dimensions", in an interview with educational channel Your Discover Science.
“In other words, it is the first building that continues to change and never look the same,” said Fisher.
Each apartment can reportedly be bought for $30 million (AED110 million) while the skyscraper will cost $3 billion (AED11 billlion) to construct.
Once completed, the building will constantly be changing as each apartment will rotate independently, at adjustable speeds.
(Image courtesy: Dynamic Architecture)
The skyscraper will have apartments that can rotate 360 degrees, moving independently through voice-activated command controls that allow you to adjust the speed or stop the movement.
The firm’s website stated that, “hotel guests will be given the unique opportunity to shape the building and choose their view, thus redefining completely luxury in the hospitality sector.
"In doing so, they will also design the building and the skyline of the city."
The building will also feature wind turbines positioned horizontally between each floor and solar panels on the roof, which will allow it to be completely self-powered.
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