with Guillaume Mangeot
A short glossary of The Link’s innovations in 14 points.
episode 5
1 ATYPICAL
The great thing about a high-rise is the view: that’s what sparked the fundamental idea behind The Link’s design.
2 BENEFICIAL
3 BOTANICAL
4 VITAL
The terraces create a human and visual connection with local life.
5 CONGENIAL
The XXL business center is designed to meet employees’ every need.
6 ESSENTIAL
The building’s energy autonomy ensures uninterrupted power supply.
7 VISUAL
8 HISTORICAL
The Link is the first high-rise in La Défense with an entrance on the Puteaux side.
9 IDEAL
10 NATURAL
11 AERIAL
12 PRACTICAL
13 TECHNICAL
Besides providing protection from solar rays, the double skin can accommodate photovoltaic panels to make the most of its exposure.
14 THERMAL
Innovations were designed-in from the drawing board to enhance usability, for a sustainable and resilient building.