Hayri Atak Sarcostyle Tower

We thought Santiago Calatrava’s work was beautifully stark against most city skylines, but this amorphous “Sarcostyle” tower by Hayri Atak Architectural Design Studio changes everything. The renderings show a building that contrasts the straight lines of its surroundings with an organic biological look that’s both refreshing and a bit harrowing, kind of like an alien culture has infiltrated Manhattan. The parametric design involves curves, voids, ultra-smooth surfaces, and no apparent corners that give the tower a truly bold appearance. It also looks different from each side and also makes you wonder who’s going to clean the windows.