Cascading Tower

UC Berkeley construction project

This project tests the limitations and capabilities of wood based on type, use, and treatment. Standing at 12’ 2” tall, comprised of modular components no longer than 36” each, and including a 6” cantilever jutting out from the middle, this structure not only remains stable on its own, but also provides an aesthetic feeling of “weightlessness.” Each component is comprised of one central vertical strip (3/8”) and 2 curved laminated wood components (3 stacked 1/8” laminated strips total), which pair with the triangular platforms to create a waterfall, cascading effect.

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