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Tour Trinity
A symbol of architectural innovation in La Défense, Paris
A symbol of architectural innovation in La Défense, Paris
The Paris skyline has been enhanced by an extraordinary work of architecture: the Trinity Tower. Located in the heart of the La Défense business district, this 32-story, 140-meter tower has captured the world's attention with its bold structure and revolutionary design.
One of the Trinity Tower's most striking features is its bold placement on a concrete slab suspended above a seven-lane road. This ingenious solution optimized space and created a unique environment within the skyscraper. With a total area of 46,000 square meters for office space and 4,000 square meters for services, the tower will house about 4,500 employees, making it a landmark in the Paris business landscape.
But what makes Trinity Tower truly unique is its off-center core and the clever use of glass on the facade. This architectural choice not only allows the building's interior to be seen from the outside, but also creates a visual link between the tower's occupants and the surrounding Défense landscape. The green terraces and common reflection areas located near the elevators become spontaneous meeting places and encourage socialization among employees.
With eight tree-lined terraces, 12 planted balconies and 23 balconies, Trinity Tower offers more than 1,500 square meters of outdoor space, adding value to the quality of life of its occupants. At the top, six floors become three duplexes, with the 25th floor housing a rooftop terrace and the 33rd dedicated to a large meeting room. These spaces make the most of La Défense's urban landscape and demonstrate the tower's commitment to interacting with its surroundings.
The Trinity Tower is more than just an architectural structure. It is also an example of sustainability and ecological innovation. Bioclimatic glass facades act as exterior insulation, contributing to the building's energy efficiency. In addition, the tower has achieved dual HQE Exceptional and Breeam Excellent certification, both highly regarded awards in the field of sustainable building.
The Trinity project represented a significant collaborative effort, addressing complex challenges such as building on an existing road without disrupting traffic. The tower represents a bridge between architectural innovation and environmental sustainability, demonstrating that it is possible to create exceptional buildings that improve people's quality of life and respect the surrounding environment.
The Trinity Tower is a tangible manifestation of La Défense's evolution from a traditional commercial district to a dynamic urban center. This project represents a milestone in contemporary architecture and a source of inspiration for future urban development challenges.
"Through this transparency and its highly interactive appearance, the Trinity tower shows its high technical, urban, architectural and ecological ambitions in the La Défense neighborhood, with bioclimatic glass facades serving as exterior insulation and dual HQE Exceptional and Breeam Excellent certification."
Major awards and recognitions for this project:
CTBUH Awards 2022 : Overall Winner and Prix d'Excellence, Best High-Rise Office Building category.
Grands Prix du Design 2022 : Winner of Platinum Product Design, Small Series and Craftsman category.
CTBUH Awards 2021 : Award of Excellence, urban residential building category, single site
Trophées de la construction 2021 : Winner, Commercial Building Construction, Office category
Trophées de l'Ascenseur 2021 : Winner, Environment and Sustainable Development Category
SIATI 2020 Award : Special Jury Mention, Developers Category, for the most innovative project
CUSTOMER
VINCI Construction
LOCALITY.
Paris - France
DESCRIPTION
Stick System Facade
Coating
Aluminium Window
9,002 sq. m.
DESIGNER
Crochon Brullman + Associés
YEAR
2020
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