US: New York-based architects ODA has revealed the design of a 47-storey mixed-use tower in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
The tower will be located south of the New River in the Rio Vista neighbourhood. It will feature 830 residential units and 13,000 square feet of a, entity and commercial space. At ground level, the project incorporates a large corner plaza. By placing functions for the public at the lower levels, the project aims to activate the walkways and public spaces, thus adding to the life of the neighbourhood. It will also provide 951 parking spaces.
Eran Chen, founder and executive director of ODA, said: “Buildings at this scale house a community of people who live, work, and play in what they consider home. This new lifestyle is formed by a building that is shaped to be flexible, creates strong connections, and allows for diverse activities.”
