Groundscraper
A groundscraper is a large building that has relatively few stories but which greatly extends horizontally.
Definition
MSN Encarta defines groundscraper as "a large low or medium-rise building, typically containing offices, that spreads horizontally and occupies a large amount of land".[1]
Examples
- Swiss bank UBS is planning the largest office building in the City of London; the design of 5 Broadgate has been labelled a groundscraper.[2]
- China Vanke headquarters in Shenzhen is as large as the Empire State Building, but is laid out horizontally and 5 stories above ground level.[3][4] A park occupies the space below.[3][4]
See also
References
- "Groundscraper definition". MSN Encarta. Archived from the original on November 17, 2009. Retrieved January 17, 2011.
- "City 'groundscraper' unveiled". FT.com. May 16, 2006. Retrieved January 17, 2011.
- Cheek, Lawrence W. (January 15, 2011). "Architects Find Their Dream Client, in China". The New York Times.
- "Horizontal Skyscraper - Vanke Center". Steven Holl Architects. Retrieved September 16, 2014.
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