The skyscraper "Erosion" designed by Herzog & de Meuron would be a striking addition to the New York skyline. The Swiss architects have designed a building that supports individualized floor layouts for occupants, offering more external space for some depending upon tastes and desires. As pointed out in a recent post on Eikongraphia, one of the more notable features is a floor-to-ceiling height of four meters. Many urban dwellers would welcome the modernist aesthetic, panoramic cityscapes, and open plans. But in these tough economic times, could such a design see the light of day, or will the force of current economic winds wear away this vision?
