Project Type High-Voltage Pylon Competition
Location Iceland
Type of Client Landsnet, a public company that owns and runs the electrical transmission system in Iceland.
New or Renovation New - Pylon design competition.
Special constraints & site description The pylons were intended to be constructible, affordable and durable.
Design challenges & solutions We sought to make an iconic, unforgettable pylon, that created an identity for Iceland and the power company.
Original/Adaptation The design is original.
Innovative building components Each structure is composed of a kit of parts, minimizing construction costs.
Sustainable design elements The structure is predominantly recyclable.
Material use Steel, glass and concrete.
Completion date 2008
Others involved None
Designed by Jin Choi & Thomas Shine, Choi+Shine Architects.
Type of Client Landsnet, a public company that owns and runs the electrical transmission system in Iceland.
New or Renovation New - Pylon design competition.
Special constraints & site description The pylons were intended to be constructible, affordable and durable.
Design challenges & solutions We sought to make an iconic, unforgettable pylon, that created an identity for Iceland and the power company.
Original/Adaptation The design is original.
Innovative building components Each structure is composed of a kit of parts, minimizing construction costs.
Sustainable design elements The structure is predominantly recyclable.
Material use Steel, glass and concrete.
Completion date 2008
Others involved None
Designed by Jin Choi & Thomas Shine, Choi+Shine Architects.
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